The Low-Maintenance Benefits of Andersen® Sliding Doors

Many door manufacturers claim to offer low-maintenance sliding doors, but few deliver on that promise like our Andersen® sliding patio doors. Today we take a closer look at their low-maintenance features, as well as their other unique features and benefits.

Low-Maintenance Features

Andersen sliding patio doors are made with materials with low-maintenance properties: Perma-Shield® and Frenchwood® frames are protected with a vinyl sheath, while the Narroline® frames are protected with a urethane base finish. Keeping the patio doors clean only requires a garden hose and a clean cloth.

Our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, standard on all of our replacement windows, French doors, and sliding doors, likewise requires little maintenance. The low-emissivity (Low-E) coating system includes an exterior metal oxide coating that causes water to sheet over the glass, making the surface easier to clean. This exterior coating can also reduce water spotting by up to 99% when activated by sunlight.

Other Reasons to Choose Andersen Sliding Doors

Low-maintenance is one of the many features that make Andersen sliding doors one of the best home improvements you can get. There’s the space-saving design, which allows installation in spaces where hinged doors would not otherwise fit. The bottom frame is fitted with Andersen track rollers featuring two adjustable, self-lubricating tandem rollers that use steel wheels with ball bearings. What you get is a sliding motion so smooth, it feels like it’s gliding on air.

Our patio doors and replacement windows wouldn’t be as great without their energy efficiency features. In addition to the insulated frames, our High-Performance, Low-E4 glass comes in standard dual-panel design, which eliminates contact between interior and exterior surfaces. This minimizes heat transfer, helping reduce heat loss during cold days and heat gain during hot days. You get lower energy bills too, as a result. The Low-E glass coating also blocks harmful UV rays and solar heat, which means you can let in as much sunlight as you want without worrying about its harmful effects.

Call Renewal by Andersen of New Jersey-Metro New York today if you would like to learn more about the benefits of our sliding patio doors. You can reach us through (866) 609-5033, or through our contact form to schedule your free in-home consultation. Find out why the many homeowners in Hillsborough, New Jersey and surrounding areas call us for their window and door needs.