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EXTERNAL SLIDING DOORS

Our specialist range of bespoke glass sliding doors provide a real wow factor for any home.

Not sure which patio sliding doors are right for you? Learn more about our external sliding door options below:

large panoramic glass sliding doors from kitchen

Our extensive range of glass sliding doors

We’re continually evolving our range of sliding glass doors to offer our customers unrivalled choice when it comes to choosing the perfect aluminium sliding patio doors for their home.

From slim grey aluminium sliding patio doors that are perfect for small homes to large patio sliding doors in black overlooking wide gardens, many of our sliding patio doors are ideally suited for installation in heavily exposed locations.

Watch our video for a brief overview of the sliding glass door types we manufacture and install, or read on for detailed information on our aluminium patio door options.

Get in touch today to discuss your project.

Which sliding patio door is right for you?

We understand that everyone and every home is different. When it comes to sliding patio doors, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all, so what may be the perfect product for one of our customers may not be the best fit for you.

That’s why, when you choose us, we’ll work together with you to create the perfect external doors to suit your needs.

BEST SUITED FOR: UPGRADING EXISTING HOMES / AFFORDABILITY

DOUBLE SLIDING DOORS

Are you looking for a more traditional patio entrance? Bespoke to your home’s needs, our double sliding patio doors couple toughened or laminated glass with ultra-thin frames to create an open entryway with slim sightlines and fantastic views.

Whether you want to open up your kitchen, lounge, or a particularly dim room, our 2-panel door range can be installed flush into any existing opening or new extension, helping you to maximise the amount of natural light entering your home.

BEST SUITED FOR: NEW BUILD & EXTTENSIONS / THAT WOW FACTOR

TRIPLE TRACK SLIDING DOORS

Perfect for opening your home up to the outside, a set of triple-track sliding doors combines the visual benefits of a picture window with the flexibility of patio doors, creating a seamless opening between your ground floor and garden.

Each 3-panel sliding patio door is also tailor-made to meet your project’s needs, giving you a flush finish and unrivalled opening flexibility, to deliver that wow factor without compromising on your designs.

BEST SUITED FOR: EFFORTLESS OPERATION / EXPOSED LOCATIONS

LIFT AND SLIDE DOORS

The perfect solution for very wide and tall doors, lift and slide patio doors are lockable in any stage of opening, making them great option for safety particularly in households with young children. The handle mechanism for these doors takes the weight off the rollers, making the doors almost effortless to slide, regardless of their weight and size.

Slim sightlines are possible for two and four-panel doors in a twin-track with a vertical sightline as thin as 47mm with our XP Infinite system and 25mm with our XP Slide LS25 system. Three and six-panel lift and slide doors on a triple track do contain a thicker sightline; however, because of the lift and slide mechanism required in the third panel.

TRACK OPTIONS

OUR SLIDING DOORS

At Express, we have been manufacturing and installing aluminium doors since our inception in 2007. Since then, we have constantly evolved our range and launched a new generation of four different industry-leading doors.

Every Express sliding patio door is manufactured in-house, installed by us, and comes with a 10-year guarantee.

We have four great products available:

  • XP Glide is our state of the art sliding glass door, with discreet sightlines.
  • XP Slide 25 is our most cost effective option.
  • XP Slide LS25 is our slimmest lift and slide door yet.
  • XP Infinite is a heavy duty system that gives your home a high-end feel.

Each of our sliding glass doors is available in our full palette of colours and finishes. Our sleek patio doors in black and grey aluminium sliding patio doors are some of our most popular, boasting a contemporary yet timeless appearance that will elevate the look of your property.

Take a look at all four sliding doors to decide which is the best fit for your home.

Aluminium sliding doors opening from lounge to garden patio

State-of-the-art sliding doors

XP Glide

Offering flexible setup configurations, a larger glass area, and just a 20mm sightline – say hello to the XP Glide sliding door from Express.

Our most cost-effective sliding door

XP Slide 25

A stunning sliding door system boasting excellent thermal performance, plus all panels sliding, a lift and slide option and a sightline of just 25mm,

The slimmest lift and slide door available

XP Slide LS25

The XP Slide 25 is a cost-effective lift and slide door with the slimmest interlock on the market with a vertical sightline of just 25mm.

A MODERN STYLE LIFT-AND-SLIDE SYSTEM

XP Infinite

The XP Infinite is our leading lift and slide system and represents the new generation of our high-end sliding, patio door systems.

Lift & Slide Doors

Double Sliding Patio Doors

TRIPLE-TRACK SLIDING PATIO DOORS

WHY CHOOSE SLIDING PATIO DOORS?

There are numerous benefits of sliding doors for any property. The main benefit is the clear connection that they create with your outdoor space, but it doesn’t stop there.

Architect and TV presenter George Clarke shares his expert opinion on the benefits of sliding glass doors and how they can transform your property.

Alternatively, discover even more advice and inspiration.

The benefits of sliding doors

Sliding doors or French doors?

bi-folding doors vs sliding doors?

 

And, to see more for yourself, you can explore our portfolio of completed work, which highlights how our external sliding doors have helped our customers create their own dream home.

 

SETTING THE STANDARD SINCE 2007

When choosing your new external doors, your primary consideration simply needs to be choosing the door you most like the look of; one that’s easy to use and sits comfortably within your budget. We’ll take care of the rest to help create the open space you’ve been dreaming of.

All our bespoke sliding doors are expertly manufactured and installed by ourselves and come with the same comprehensive guarantee. The popularity of our products is down to the continual research, development, and innovation we put into our patio sliding doors to create the perfect patio door experience, putting us at the forefront of our industry.

From thermal enhancements in our double-glazed glass and increasingly slender profiles to enhanced high-security features, we’re always working towards growing our portfolio of aluminium sliding doors and improving our products to better suit your home needs.

 

External Sliding Doors FAQ's

HOW MUCH DOES A SLIDING GLASS DOOR COST?

The cost of a sliding door depends on the door system you choose. A traditional sliding patio door is the most cost-effective option, with a starting price of under £4,000 for the installation of a new and bespoke door.

However larger doors with massive glass areas, and lift and slide doors with additional components will cost more, as will installations where four installers are needed to safely install the glass.

You can visit our individual product pages for more information on our door prices or request a quote directly.

You can read more about how our door types compare in our article comparing bi-fold and sliding doors.

Which is your slimmest sliding patio door?

Our slimmest sliding door is now the XP Glide. This system uses structural bonding for thinner panes and boasts a sightline of just 20mm. The XP Glide is available with a twin or triple track outer frame and is suitable for installations right across the UK.

For a more cost-effective option, we also offer the XP Slide 25, another slim framed external sliding glass door with an extremely slim sightline of just 25mm.

Can I have a level threshold inside and out?

Absolutely! Because our patio doors are bespoke, we’ll precisely measure them, so the inside of the track sits flush with your internal floor level along with a track’s draining system.

This type of finishing detail is displayed within all our showrooms, and our expert staff will be able to provide help and assistance to you and your builder to ensure you achieve the finish you require.

Are sliding patio doors cheaper than bi-folding doors?

The large increases in energy prices in recent years has had a big impact on the price of glass, causing glass prices to increase significantly across the whole industry.

Because our slim framed sliding doors contain so much glass,  they’re now generally slightly more expensive than our bi-folding doors.

The price difference between a sliding door and a bi-folding door will always be a few hundred pounds, but because you’re going to use and enjoy the benefits of these products for years, it’s always best to choose the product needed for your home rather than trying to make a small saving.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN DIFFERENCES BETWEEN YOUR RANGE OF SLIDING DOORS?

We offer two types of patio sliding doors: sliding and lift and slide doors.

Lift and slide doors contain a mechanism within the gearing that lifts the door up slightly, making it easy to slide, as well as the option of locking it in any open position. Traditional sliding glass doors, on the other hand, don’t have this mechanism, so the weight is always directly on the steel rollers.

Sliding patio doors also tend to have much slimmer frames and sightlines, whereas lift and slide doors have chunkier frames. They’re popular amongst the elderly and families with busy households and children as the doors are easy to operate and can be locked open, which is ideal if the kids are running in and out. That said our cost effective lift and slide door the XP Slide LS25 is available on a twin track with a sightline of just 25mm, a great product that offers the benefits of a lift and slide door but with a real slim sightline.

CAN I HAVE INTEGRAL BLINDS IN MY SLIDING DOORS?

Yes, but bigger doors come with size restrictions. Within the XP Glide and our lift and slide doors we can offer integral blinds in overall glass sizes up to 2.2m2 per panel. Electric blinds are also available within our twin-track lift and slide doors in glass sizes up to 5m2 per panel.

 

WHAT’S THE BIGGEST SLIDING DOOR YOU DO?

Size limitation is based on a height-to-width ratio, so we recommend keeping each glass panel under 5m2 so 6mm toughened glass can be used within the door. When 5m2 is exceeded, we have to use 8mm toughened glass, which makes the price jump considerably, as well as the weight of the glass within the door itself.

We do offer door products that can create huge sliding door panels, offering sliding doors as wide as six metres in two panels and up to eight metres in three panels, but we will limit the maximum height of these doors. We’ll also have to consider how we’ll get the glass to the site and how to install it safely.

Are sliding doors heavy?

Slim framed sliding doors will always feel heavier than our lift and slide equivalents because the weight is directly placed onto the sliding door runners. However, the quality of the running gears within our doors means they always slide with minimal effort, but once glass weights start approaching 200kg or you slide two panels at once, you can feel the weight.

What glass options are available for sliding doors?

The glass options within a sliding door selection are the same as what is available within windows and other door products, except that the glass itself often must be thicker.

Once a glazed area exceeds 2.4m2 the thickness of the glass itself must increase from 4mm thick to 6mm thick. The current demand for large expanses of glass and slender profiles means most aluminium sliding doors are fitted with 6mm toughened glass.

Aluminium sliding doors opening from lounge to garden patio

State-of-the-art sliding doors

XP Glide

Offering flexible setup configurations, a larger glass area, and just a 20mm sightline – say hello to the XP Glide sliding door from Express.

Our most cost-effective sliding door

XP Slide 25

A stunning sliding door system boasting excellent thermal performance, plus all panels sliding, a lift and slide option and a sightline of just 25mm,

The slimmest lift and slide door available

XP Slide LS25

The XP Slide 25 is a cost-effective lift and slide door with the slimmest interlock on the market with a vertical sightline of just 25mm.

A MODERN STYLE LIFT-AND-SLIDE SYSTEM

XP Infinite

The XP Infinite is our leading lift and slide system and represents the new generation of our high-end sliding, patio door systems.

Lift & Slide Doors

Double Sliding Patio Doors

TRIPLE-TRACK SLIDING PATIO DOORS

Always Bespoke

From getting a free no obligation quote and expert advice to installation and aftercare, we’re here to make sure that you get exactly what you require, every step of the way.

To start the process of transforming your home with bespoke sliding doors, made just for you, you can either get in touch and speak to our design team to discuss your project today, or you can come down and take a look around one of our showrooms in London, Surrey, Brighton, Essex, Leeds, Manchester, and Glasgow.

Alternatively, we also understand that time is precious, so now you can explore our showrooms and some of our completed projects from the comfort of your own home.

We offer the unique experience of exploring our Leeds, Glasgow and London showrooms through 360 photography and the rare opportunity to explore some of our completed projects using the same digital technology.

View our virtual showrooms, or alternatively, take a look through some of our completed projects below that all feature our industry-leading, British-made sliding patio doors.

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