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Sliding doors — types and advantages. A buyer’s guide

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A panoramic view of the area surrounding the building, optical enlargement of the interior, extraordinary convenience of use, and attractive design... These are just a few of the many reasons why sliding doors enjoy unwavering popularity among architects and users. Discover the greatest advantages of aluminum sliding doors and choose the perfect model for your home.

Types of sliding doors

Sliding doors combine a number of advantages valued by architects and users. They are an extremely practical solution and give a building a prestigious and attractive look. With the large number of models available on the market, you can select the type of doors that match different architectural and interior design styles. Today, the choice of types and systems is very wide. Here are the most popular ones.

Sliding doors

Sliding doors add a touch of modernity and functionality. Interiors with sliding doors can be designed and furnished in a much more efficient and optimal way. They work well both with smaller and larger glazing. The latter in particular is a growing trend.

Panoramic sliding doors, such as the MB-Skyline Type R model, are a unique proposition for those who dream of spacious interiors that provide abundant natural light and seamlessly connect the indoor and outdoor living areas. With its hidden frame, Skyline provides an unforgettable visual experience and makes the room seem larger and more spacious. The door can be opened or closed with just one gentle movement of the hand. Excellent thermal and acoustic insulation ensure highly comfortable conditions all year round. Another noteworthy advantage is the extremely practical, flush-mounted design.

Lift-and-slide doors (HST)

Imaginehuge glazed door panels that open up the space, filling it with natural light and giving a sense of harmony with the surroundings. This is exactly whatlift-and-slide doors, known as HST-type doors, provide.

This solution will not only delight its users with its lightness and ease of use (with minimum force being required to open and close the doors), but also with exceptional stability and long-termdurability. Equipped with innovative technologies, modern HST-type doors canwithstand all weather conditions, at the same time providing excellent thermal insulation and protecting from outside noise.

The system comes in an impressive variety of structural configurations and can incorporate multi-meter glazing, even of unusual shapes. Significantly, the flush-mounted design offers barrier-free access for people with disabilities or senior citizens, among others. This type of terrace door meets the requirements and needs of architects and users who opt for solutions that provide comfort, high aesthetic qualities, and durability.

Tilt-and-slide doors (PSK)

Tilt-and-slide doorswork in a slightly different way. To open them, one has to tilt a door sash, then push it back and slide it along the guides, which requires a slightly greater force. Thanks to this tilt-and-slide mechanism, a sash can be either tilted to provide additional ventilation to the room or moved to the side to create a wide passage. This system can use slightly smaller glazing than an HST-type system, and the thresholds are not flush with the floor.

What are the greatest advantages of sliding doors?

Space-saving design

One of the most important benefits of sliding doors is space-saving. Unlike traditional tilting doors, which require space to open and close, these modelsmove along a wall or on a guide. This ensures high functionality, making it possible to fully use the available space, which is especially important in small rooms, where every square meter counts.

Aesthetics

Sliding doors give interior spaces a modern touch. They come in a variety of materials, colors, and finishes, making it easy to find matching doors for most properties. In addition, glazed sliding doors let in an abundance of natural light, creating a pleasant atmosphere.

Comfort of use

Featuring state-of-the-art mechanisms, modern sliding doors open quietly and smoothly. HST-type systems additionally offer a lifting function and glide almost effortlessly, which translates into great ease and convenience of use. All this goes hand in hand with a high level of safety, which makes sliding doors especially useful in homes where there are senior citizens and children.

Thermal and acoustic insulation

State-of-the-art models of sliding doors use modern seals and high-quality materials which minimize heat conductivity and significantly reduce noise from outside. Models with appropriate parameters can certainly be expected to reduce energy consumption and significantly increase user comfort.

Sliding doors – a combination of aesthetics and functionality

When choosing a sliding door, it is worth paying attention to practical aspects, aesthetic qualities, and environmental benefits.Modern aluminum doors not only provide excellent thermal insulation, but are also made of nature-friendly materials. By using them, you can enhance energy efficiency and make a measurable contribution to the protection of our planet.

Looking for aesthetically pleasing and durable doors manufactured in a sustainable construction-oriented way? We have something for you – MB-Skyline Type R panoramic sliding doors.Thanks to advanced technology, they guarantee excellent thermal and acoustic insulation and are durable enough to serve you well for many years to come.

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