Open spaces are a home renovation trend that won’t go away any time soon. Sliding doors are a great way to create open spaces in your home. Here are the reasons why sliding doors are the design trend to consider this season.

Sliding Doors Eliminate the Need to Build Up or Out

Building up or out means you must invest in home additions, which will require a higher material and labor cost, more permits and longer installation times. Large openings create an impression of spaciousness, and sliding doors can help with this. The large, uninterrupted glass panels connect indoor and outdoor spaces. It makes your home look bigger without needing to change the floor plan. And, the best part is, we can finish a sliding door installation project in less than a day.

Sliding Doors Let More Natural Light Inside

One of the greatest benefits of sliding doors it it allows more natural light into your home. Harnessing natural natural light has many advantages, from the health benefits derived from healthy amounts of sleep to the energy savings from less dependency on electrical interior lighting. Sliding doors complement large window styles, such as bay windows, which let in even more natural light. Thanks to our High Performance™ Low-E4® glass packages, you can enjoy the benefits of natural light without worrying about the effects of solar heat and ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Sliding Doors Save Space

Sliding doors are the ideal patio door style for homes with limited space. Traditional hinged doors require a swing arc. Some homes may not have the space for this, or a hinged door may make the doorway too awkward to use. In such situations, sliding doors are perfectly suitable. It gives you more flexibility for furniture and decor placement. And, the best part is, with the right choice of frame and grille options, sliding doors work in any home style.

Renewal by Andersen® of Western New York is your leading provider of sliding doors and popular window styles, such as double hung windows. Give us a call in Rochester or Buffalo. You can also fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve customers in Buffalo, NY, and surrounding areas.