french patio doors: swing in or out?
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Help Please! Should my patio door swing in or out?
Comments (11)While Krycek is right to ask about snow, this looks like it would be a door opening to a very sheltered corner of a large covered patio. Unless you regularly get heavy snowfalls with winds that be blowing toward that corner and therefore would cause drifts of snow 16 to 18 ft from the edge of the patio, I don't think you need to worry too much about snow. And, rain should not be an issue either. Check local building codes though. In some areas out-swing exterior doors are not allowed. In others (such as Florida) out-swing exterior are actually encouraged and may even be required in a few localities because they stand up better to hurricane force winds. Again though, unless you're in an area that tends to get hurricane force winds, that probably won't be a major factor in your decision making. Here is a website that discuss the pros/cons of inswing versus outswing doors. The author is pro out-swing but some of those commenting on his article make good arguments for inswing so you get both viewpoints as far as functionality goes. Personally, if codes allowed, I would do outswing in your particular situation. Here is a link that might be useful: inswing versus outswing doors...See Morereplace patio french doors - what door company to go with?
Comments (8)Get the best quality and highest rating your budget can afford (DP or Performance Grade) because of the southern exposure. A multi point lock on both panels would be ideal. Not all multi points are created equal. I prefer a multi point that locks into the head and sill of the door frame not to the adjoining panel as some do. They will help to keep the door panels plumb over time. If you don't have an overhang or trees providing shade in the summer, I would also recommend Lowe 366 or its equivalent. As for the install, make sure they use a sill pan under the door. Again, especially because of the southern exposure. Familiarize yourself with the manufacturer's recommended installation method (should come with the door or found online) and question anything you don't like. Don't hover over the installer's shoulder as they won't appreciate that but show that you care and want it done right. You won't regret it....See MoreSimonton French Swing Patio Doors
Comments (3)I agree, you might consider a 6' door with 2 sidelites. Or even a French style sliding door. If you're set on the 8' 2 panel hinged door I'd make sure you understand the warranty. It should work out just fine as Simonton is a reputable company and they likely wouldn't produce something that doesn't function. That said, if any product will have a problem 5-10 years down the road it's something like this....See MoreReplace sliding patio door with French In-Swing Hinge Patio Door NYC
Comments (8)I have a patio door with a single sidelight the same width as one of the patio doors. It looks like a 3 panel setup but only two of the doors open. I think they are 36" wide but would have to double check. So a bit wider that your existing opening. Looks similar to the door in the picture but i have two doors that open....See MoreRelated Professionals
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