Patio Doors

Patio Doors an Architectural‑Grade Solutions for Contemporary Homes

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Specification

  • Ultra Slim Sliding Patio Doors

  • Bifolding Patio Doors

  • Pivot Patio Doors

  • Curved Patio Doors

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Ultra Slim Sliding Patio Doors

Ultra‑slim sliding glass doors are one of the most sought after patio door solutions for contemporary homes. These systems are defined by exceptionally narrow sightlines, often just a few millimetres, allowing the glass to take visual priority. The result is a near‑frameless aesthetic that maximises natural light and preserves uninterrupted views of the garden or patio. For architects and homeowners seeking a refined, modern look, ultra‑slim sliding patio doors offer a level of elegance that traditional patio doors simply cannot match.

When used as patio doors, ultra‑slim sliding systems elevate the connection between home and garden. Their expansive glazing blurs boundaries, creating a living environment that feels brighter, larger, and more luxurious. For architectural projects where aesthetics and performance must work in harmony, they offer unmatched design flexibility.

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Bifolding Patio Doors

Bifolding patio doors remain one of the most versatile options for homeowners searching for ways to open their living spaces to the outdoors. While many people associate “patio doors” with standard sliding units, bifolding systems offer a different architectural experience featuring flexibility, full‑width openings, and a dynamic connection between home and garden.

For high‑end projects, bifolding patio doors from IQ Glass elevate this familiar concept into an architectural feature. Slim aluminium profiles, precision engineered hardware, and bespoke configurations allow these systems to integrate seamlessly into contemporary designs while delivering the performance expected of an architectural grade product.

As patio doors, bifolding systems offer a level of openness that no other door type can match. When fully retracted, they dissolve the boundary between inside and outside, transforming kitchens, living rooms, and dining spaces into bright, expansive environments. For projects where flexibility and full‑width access are priorities, bifolding patio doors provide a practical yet visually striking solution.

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Pivot Patio Doors

Pivot patio doors offer a striking alternative to traditional hinged or sliding systems, bringing a sculptural, architectural quality to any home. While many people searching for “patio doors”, pivot doors redefine the category introducing large format glazing, minimal framing, and a dramatic opening movement that instantly elevates the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Unlike standard doors that rely on side hinges, pivot patio doors rotate on a pivot mechanism. This allows for much larger door panels, slimmer sightlines, and a smooth, weightless motion that feels effortlessly luxurious. For high‑end residential projects, ultra pivot patio doors deliver both performance and visual impact, making them an increasingly popular choice for contemporary architecture.

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Curved Patio Doors

Curved patio doors create a continuous glazed frontage where a straight system won’t suit the architecture. Most commonly delivered as curved sliding glass doors, these made-to-measure systems run on a curved track radius to follow a façade line or form a bespoke curved opening.

Curved glazing is specified as safety glass (toughened, laminated, or toughened-laminated) and can be manufactured as double or triple glazed units with performance coatings (such as Low-E or solar control) where required. Practical limits and detailing depend on the radius, panel geometry, glass thickness, and angle of curve, so curved patio doors are typically engineered to project-specific constraints.

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Choosing the right Patio Door for your home

When choosing a patio door for your home or project there are a number of things to take into consideration. The ideal system should enhance natural light, improve the flow of your living spaces, and complement the architectural style of your home. Choosing the right patio door for your home comes down to how you want your interior and exterior spaces to work together.

The right choice depends on your layout, the size of the opening, your design ambitions, and the level of performance required. By selecting an architectural grade system tailored to your home, you create a patio connection that feels seamless, bright, and beautifully integrated while also ensuring durability and exceptional thermal performance.

 

Why consider IQ Glass for Patio Doors?

IQ Glass offers a portfolio of patio door systems that combine cutting-edge engineering with refined architectural detailing. Whether the project requires a minimal sliding system, a dynamic pivot door, or a flexible bifolding solution, IQ Glass provides patio doors that elevate the architectural quality of any home.

 

Looking to transform your space with patio doors? Contact us now!

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Specification

Ultra Slim Sliding Patio Doors

  • Sightlines

    • Ultra-slim profiles from 20mm

  • Glazing

    • Double or triple glazed options; typical IGU depth 32–38mm (system dependent)

  • Thermal performance

    • Thermally broken aluminium framing; Uw from 1.165 W/m²K achievable (double glazed configuration)

  • Weather performance

    • Integrated base-frame drainage options, including details for high rainfall zones; tested for weather tightness / wind / water performance

  • Security

    • PAS 24 certified (system-level testing for high-security compliance)

  • Extreme weather

    • HVHZ / hurricane-certified (TAS testing criteria; suitable for exposed coastal environments)

  • Configuration options

    • Standard sliding, pocket sliders, opening corners (approx. 65°–177°), curved sliders (bi-rail), Juliet balcony + other system-compatible formats

  • Threshold details

    • Flush / recessed base options; concealed frame variants (base-only or full perimeter); drive-on base option with stainless steel track

  • Finishes

    • PPC in any RAL; specialist finishes available; optional internal timber finishes (e.g., oak, walnut, larch, maple, cherry, teak)

  • Glass options

    • Performance coatings (Low-E, solar control), low-maintenance coatings for marine environments, and heated glass options (project dependent)

Bifolding Patio Doors

  • Framing: thermally broken aluminium bifolding door systems

  • Finishes: powder coated to any RAL colour

 

  • Sieger Lux Bifold

    • Sightline: 74mm

    • Max sash size: 3.0m H × 1.2m W

    • Air permeability: Class 4

    • Water tightness: Class 7A–9A

  • Sieger Super Lux Bifold (extended height with stabilising wind profile)

    • Sightline (vent + frame): 44mm; meeting profile: 144mm

    • Max sash size: 5.0m H × 1.2m W

    • Air permeability: Class 4

    • Water tightness: Class 7A–9A

  • Schüco slim framed bifold (dual continuous gasket sealing)

    • Sightline: 90mm

    • Max sash size: 3.0m H × 1.5m W

    • Air permeability: Class 4

    • Water tightness: Class 9A

Pivot Patio Doors

  • Sealing & threshold

    • Flush base with magnetic weather seal that rises on closing; integrated water channel for protection against driving rain

  • Frame

    • Thermally broken slim aluminium designed and tested as an exterior door system

  • Performance (EN testing):

    • Air permeability: up to Class 4 (EN 12207)

    • Water tightness: up to Class 6A (EN 12208)

    • Wind load resistance: up to Class C2/B3 (EN 12210)
      Test size: 1800mm W × 3000mm H; larger sizes subject to project conditions

  • Thermal & security

    • U-value 0.8 W/m²K (minimal windows 4+ Pivot); RC2 certified (EN 1627)

  • Glazing

    • Double glazed as standard with Low-E + argon fill; optional solar control and other specialist glass options (e.g., low iron, decorative)

  • Finishes

    • PPC any RAL; specialist metallic finishes available; marine grade as standard

  • Hardware

    • Integrated locking in slim vertical profile; internal thrust lever or euro-cylinder key; optional minimal external D-handle without changing sightlines

Curved Patio Doors

  • System type

    • Bespoke curved sliding patio door system with slim, thermally broken aluminium profiles

  • Minimum radius

    • 4000mm (sliding leaves) / 1000mm (fixed leaves)

  • Maximum pane size

    • Up to 4500mm height; pane width dependent on radius

  • Maximum sliding pane weight

    • 500kg (double glazing) / 1000kg (triple glazing)

  • Glazing & performance

    • Low-E coating as standard; double or triple glazing options

  • Operation

    • Smooth-running base/roller design; automation recommended for larger/heavier panels, with smart home integration available

  • Weather detailing

    • Integrated drainage, adapted to the curved geometry for effective water run-off (including high rainfall locations)

  • Finishes

    • PPC in 200+ RAL colours, plus anodised and specialist coatings

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