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When choosing the frame, balance visibility with cost. Aluminium framing has the slimmest sightlines (the visible frame between the glass panels) which can be as narrow as 20mm, optimising the glazed area.

The budget option is uPVC, but this means a chunkier frame. Older home? Choose timber frames to complement its architecture.

When creating the best connection between the inside of your house and the outside space, sliding doors are often the top patio door option. While it’s true that

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