Anderson Patio Doors
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Anderson patio doors have the look of French doors and come in two styles: gliding and hinged. These doors allow ample lighting inside a house and make an interior room feel bigger.
Anderson patio doors are considered by many builders and homeowners to be some of the best in the business, on par with Pella patio doors. Anderson, however, offers a unique owner-to-owner transferable warranty. This allows a homeowner to transfer the 20 year warranty to the next buyer if they sell their home. Anderson doors are on the high end of the patio door price range. Most patio doors range in the $700-800 range. Anderson doors are pricier, ranging from $1100 up to $2750.
Anderson markets its patio doors as being able to handle even the toughest weather conditions; the company touts a Stormwatch™ protection system. This system includes a variety of different styles, shapes and sizes of doors. Some are designed to stand up to hurricane winds and windborne debris. Others are made with impact resistant glass. Another variety is engineered with Perma-Shield ™ and is resistant to salt water and sea air. All of the hardware used on Anderson doors is corrosion resistant as well.
Anderson doors are not just resistant to weather-–they are also resistant to burglars. The company's proprietary three point locking system locks the door at the top, bottom and middle of the door, making it difficult to enter without a key.
Anderson Patio Doors Style
As with most patio door manufacturers, Anderson has a variety of styles to match your home. Consumers can choose based on looks, climate and weather conditions or based on the amount of space they have available. For example, small patios should not be overtaken by doors opening and closing. Anderson offers doors that swing both inward and outward as well as doors that slide along the door jamb. This allows you to maximize even the smallest outdoor living space.
Anderson Hinged Doors
A hinged patio door has one or more panels usually made of glass. At least one, and often all of the panels can swing in or out. Hinged patio doors open and close like conventional doors. An outswing design can save up to 28 square feet of interior space. Likewise, an inswing can save up to 28 percent of outdoor patio space.
Homeowners who want to create a unique look can add a light grille to their door. Anderson grilles come in diamond shapes, curves and circles and are available in custom widths. Door hardware can also be customized. Hinges come in a variety of finishes and architectural styles including:
- polished brass
- antique brass
- chrome
- distressed bronze
- nickel
- white
Anderson Gliding Doors
Anderson gliding patio doors are very similar to the hinged doors in look, style and options. The main difference is that one panel glides past the other to open. Gliding doors are a great space saver when both indoor and outdoor space is at a premium.
Regardless of your style or space limitations, there is an Anderson patio door to meet your needs. Anderson patio doors are not a budget alternative, however they have a strong reputation for quality.
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