Double plastic doors. Double balcony doors

Double balcony doors are by no means a new fashion trend. This is an alternative to conventional single doors, which is why they are found in both apartments and country houses, and in office buildings.

Such doors have a special design, and hence a different design and functionality from other products.

Design and functions

A double balcony door, unlike single doors, is equipped with two leaves. Typically, one leaf is responsible for opening and closing, while the second remains blind. But sometimes mobile mechanism receive both leaves.

The first option is good because all the fittings are attached to a blind sash - a strong support for the entire door. And in doors with two opening leaves, frame fittings are used for this task in order to do without an impost. Therefore, such designs are much more expensive.

On the other hand, double doors allow you to take advantage of the entire width of the opening and easily carry large furniture onto the balcony.

The role of double doors in the interior and their design

The double balcony door is wider than the usual one, its glass area is larger. Due to this, it increases. This is true for dark rooms whose windows face north. The abundance of sunlight visually makes the room more spacious and refreshes the interior.

Doors with two leaves are open to experimentation with design. They can be laminated to look like wood and antique, painted in a variety of colors, decorated with layouts and stained glass.

Balcony doors from Kaleva are also friendly with different ways decoration and allow you to create individual design for any home.

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There are a large number of door options for designing an exit to a balcony. They differ in design, material performance characteristics, and cost. Most often, balcony doors made of plastic profile, originally combining their excellent aesthetics and style with high performance characteristics.

Traditionally, a balcony door is installed as a single block with two or one window. Although today, exits to the balcony, decorated with a separate doorway, are becoming widely popular. Taking into account its width, single or double leaf balcony doors are installed. Two doors are used to equip openings with a width of more than 90 cm. This is mainly a frame model.

The main sash is made 70-90 cm wide, the second one covers the remaining part of the opening. The auxiliary half is fixed with a latch and is mainly located in the closed state. Typically, a passive sash is used as an additional source of natural light.

Double-leaf balcony doors are installed without an impost, as a result of which, when they are fully opened, the light opening is significantly increased.

The hinged door has the following original design. The additional sash is fixed with bolts at the top and bottom. There is no handle on it. Therefore, to open it, you need to move the lever lock. A lock strike plate is installed on the inactive sash, into which the bolts of the main lock are hidden. On the main half of the door there is plastic handle with a locking mechanism.

Double sliding doors to the balcony are very popular in private country houses and cottages. Also, designers very often offer such models in new buildings, where large spacious balconies are provided. If desired, double doors can be installed in houses old building by installing an inactive sash instead of a window block.

Double-leaf doors equipped with double-glazed windows at full height have become very popular among owners of balconies and loggias. But if desired, you can install it on one or both leaves plastic sandwich panel having a height of about 70 cm.

Important! To equip an apartment with a double panel door leading to a balcony or loggia, you must obtain permission for the alteration from the architectural department.

Advantages of a double door for a loggia or balcony

Double-leaf balcony doors have a number of advantages:

They allow you to organize an increased light opening, as a result of which the room will receive more natural light. This is true for rooms with insufficient natural light, for example, they are located on the north side of the building or the room has a relatively spacious area, and window unit installed in small sizes.
Balcony double-leaf doors of the shutter type perfectly complement different interior, bringing some zest to the style. The huge range of textures and colors of modern plastic makes it possible to choose a model to suit even the most demanding taste of the owner.
They allow you to significantly increase the viewing angle, making it possible to more comfortably admire your garden or the picturesque surrounding landscape.
When organizing family meals on the balcony, you can easily take out a large table through the double doors.

The panel door to the balcony, made in the French style, looks very original.

September 24, 2016
Specialization: master in construction plasterboard structures, finishing works and styling floor coverings. Installation of door and window units, finishing of facades, installation of electrical, plumbing and heating - I can give detailed advice on all types of work.

If you have a balcony or loggia, then most likely you have a balcony door with a window on one or both sides. This type of structure is called a balcony block and can have a variety of configurations.

Previously, during construction, wood products were always installed, the requirements for which are specified in GOST 11214-86 “Windows and balcony doors made of wood with double for residential and public buildings" In modern buildings, plastic is increasingly installed, which is much better in terms of reliability. If you are thinking about replacing this part, then this review will tell you all the nuances of the work and the types of structures that can be used.

Legal aspects related to balcony doors

I am very often asked questions about whether dismantling is balcony door redevelopment. There are several nuances that need to be discussed:

If you just want to remove the window and door and leave the opening, then no approvals are needed, because the configuration of the wall does not change;
If you need to widen the opening, you cannot do without approval. If you live in panel house, then most likely they will not give you permission, if in a brick building, then such an opportunity may be present;
If your balcony is transitional and can be used as an escape passage, then you will not receive permission to dismantle it. You can only replace the balcony block;
Finally, if you want to replace the door with a different type of structure, then no permits are needed.

Can be supplied completely glass structures instead of standard ones or replace wood with PVC, there are no restrictions. The main thing is that the design is reliable and durable. If you are interested in the requirements for glass doors on transitional balconies, the most important thing is resistance to burglary; most modern manufacturers use anti-burglary fittings, so this question disappears by itself.

In the review I will talk about which doors can be installed, especially since there are many options, and each of them has its own advantages.

Types of doors

I will talk about three main options: wooden, plastic and aluminum doors to the balcony. Each solution has its own advantages and disadvantages, so the final choice is yours in any case.

Wooden doors

This option is familiar to almost everyone - the products do not tolerate moisture well, the structure deforms over time, which is why the door does not close well. But modern products very different from the Soviet versions, these are no longer low-quality doors, in our time they have a number of advantages:

The structure is made of laminated veneer lumber, which withstands changes in humidity much better and practically does not deform over time. Such products will not warp in a couple of years, they will work as expected for a long time;

The design should use high-quality fittings, this guarantees ease of use;

In general, I would advise first of all to clarify what fittings are used in the design. No one will put expensive components on low-quality products, so if the seller talks about the reliability of the accessories, then most likely you have a good option.

Wood - environmentally friendly pure material, and this, according to many, is its main advantage. Moreover, beauty natural structure wood can be very useful in many interiors, and if you wish, you can buy it painted in the option you need;

The thermal insulation properties of wood are much higher than those of plastic or aluminum, so if you need to protect the room from cold penetration, then choose wooden doors with energy-saving double-glazed windows. The most reliable option is double design, in which there is space between the canvases;
Another advantage of wooden doors is that, if necessary, you can carry out repairs yourself. The surface can be painted with any suitable composition, and replace faulty fittings with new ones;

Structures can be made from pine or more durable species: oak or larch. The latter options are much stronger and resist moisture much better, but their cost will be noticeably higher than that of standard solutions.

Now let's look at the shortcomings, they also exist:

If you have an open balcony, then over time paintwork the structure will inevitably deteriorate and all elements will need to be painted. If you have indoor balcony or loggia, then this aspect does not matter;
The biggest disadvantage of wood products is high price. For example, standard option a balcony block measuring 2000x1500 mm made of pine will cost you about 35-37 thousand rubles, a product made of larch will be 4-5 thousand more expensive. And if you decide to install an oak structure, then be prepared to spend about 70,000 rubles.

Plastic windows

This is the most popular and sought-after product option today. There are several reasons for this popularity:

Affordable price The cost of a balcony block averages from 10 to 15 thousand, as you can see, in comparison with the same tree, this option wins many times over. But I don’t recommend buying the cheapest designs; it’s better to pay more, but get a product from quality profile with high-quality fittings and energy-saving double-glazed windows

Advantage	Description
Durability	The design will serve you for decades, and if you use it on open balcony or loggias, then the service life increases significantly. Roughly speaking, you can install plastic and forget about the fact that the doors need to be changed in the near future. PVC is not afraid of changes in temperature and humidity, which determines its durability
Good performance	High-quality structures have good heat and sound insulation characteristics, that is, for reasonable money you get perfect solution, which will protect your home from cold and extraneous sounds. If the balcony is glazed, then even near the highway the noise in the apartment will be minimal
Possibility to choose color	If regular option white seems too dull and boring to you, then you can purchase laminated products. They can be different colors, and also imitate the structure of natural wood, making the structure as attractive as possible

It should also be noted that plastic doors have a much larger glazing area than their wooden counterparts. The glass unit can be from floor to ceiling, which provides the best illumination of the premises.

Of course, PVC balcony doors also have their disadvantages:

Many believe that the material used has a negative impact on human health. This is only partly true: plastic does indeed contain harmful components, but their content does not exceed acceptable standards established by law. If they can be used in Europe with its strict regulations, then you don’t have to worry about the safety of such products;
The appearance of the products is standard, even the use of lamination does not make them exclusive, because the same profile is used for production;
Over time, the fittings require adjustment or even replacement. For example, if the door does not open for ventilation, but otherwise works well, then adjustment is needed, but if there are problems in all modes, then most likely the mechanism or its individual parts need to be replaced. Also, seals may wear out over time, but replacing them is not a big problem.

Aluminum structures

This option is increasingly being used on balconies due to several important advantages:

Designs can be either cold or warm. If earlier aluminum doors(most often sliding) were used only on insulated balconies, modern ones themselves perfectly protect against the cold and can be used in cold spaces;

Aluminum is not afraid of changes in humidity and temperature, and is not afraid of precipitation, so such doors can last for decades. This metal is not susceptible to corrosion, so there is no point in worrying about its safety;
The most suitable designs are made from this profile. different sizes, and the glazing in them is always continuous, which improves appearance and allows you to see everything that happens behind the door;
The material does not burn and does not emit any substances harmful to humans, so it can be used in any room without any restrictions;
Another important advantage is the light weight of the structure, it does not create a load on the structure and is easy to install.

Now let's look at the disadvantages, they are as follows:

Aluminum has low sound insulation properties, which is why it is undesirable to use it in noisy places;
In terms of thermal insulation, this option is still inferior to both plastic and wood;
If scratches appear on the surface, it will be very difficult to remove them.

Types of structures

In addition to the material used to make the doors to the balcony, they can also differ in design, I will tell you about the main options, each of them is suitable for certain conditions, so there should be no problems with the choice.

Swing doors

This option is the most common and simple, but there are many types of design that have their own differences, let’s look at them:

The standard swing option is when the entire width of the doorway is covered with one leaf, which opens into the room in a direction convenient for you. The design can be different: they can insert glass from bottom to top, they can divide it into two parts and make one blank, it all depends on your preferences. If desired, an additional anti-mosquito door can be installed, which will protect the room from insects in the summer;

The second option is a double-leaf design, one part of which opens and the other is blind. This reduces the cost of the product and simplifies the task of how to decorate the opening: install two sashes different widths, and the system looks much better than a huge door. In houses of the 50s, the dimensions of the balcony door are non-standard, so it may be necessary to install a structure with additional glazing in the upper part so that the height of the leaf is standard;

If the opening width is large, then excellent option will be the installation of a double-leaf version with an impost(this is the name of the jumper in the middle, to which the doors are adjacent). This option is durable, but the jumper creates interference when moving, so this type It is advisable to use products only in cases where you use one leaf, and the second is most often in the closed position;
Shtulpovaya double door differs in that there are no jumpers between the sashes; one part of it at the top and bottom is fixed with special latches that open if necessary. If necessary, the latch opens and you get a large opening without any obstacles. This is a very convenient solution, but its cost is much higher than that of the above-described option with an impost;

Sliding systems

This option is suitable only for those who have a large opening and can fit two or more sashes into it. There are two main types of structures:

Portal doors, this design is also called a compartment by analogy with wardrobes. Its main feature is that two or more sashes are located on special guides. When opening is necessary, the moving part of the structure moves towards itself and moves to the side, everything is simple and reliable. In the highest quality models, the doors can be folded back for ventilation, this is very convenient and practical;

Another option is an accordion door, which was named so for the specifics of its opening: the doors fold like an accordion and stand on the side, freeing up the opening. This option looks very impressive in large openings, and the design is often made of double doors - one part opens for everyday use, and the second as needed, clear example shown in the photo below.

At the end, I would like to add a few notes about external fittings, so that you can open and close the door from the outside without any problems, and you do not have a situation where the door slams and you are left on the balcony.

There are several options to solve the problem:

You can install full-fledged rotary handles both inside and outside, then you can open the structure from any side, and the problem of how to close the door from the outside will not arise at all. The disadvantage of this solution is that strangers will be able to enter the house if they get on the balcony. To avoid this, I advise installing a full-fledged structure with a lock on the outside handle; among other things, this will allow you to close the balcony from children;
The second option is to attach a magnetic latch with outside, this is a very simple solution: a block with magnets is attached to one part of the structure, a metal strip is attached to the second, even an inexperienced master will not have questions about how to install this element. For convenience, you can attach it from the outside a simple pen to use it to open the door.

Conclusion

Whatever option you choose, be it a glass balcony door, a multi-leaf structure or wooden version, it is important to purchase a quality product equipped with reliable fittings. The video in this article will tell you Additional information on the topic, and if something is not clear to you, then do not hesitate to write your questions in the comments under the review.

Only a properly installed balcony door can effectively protect your home from the cold. The peculiarity of balcony doors is that they are usually transparent, this is necessary for the normal flow of light into the room. IN modern doors Instead of ordinary glass, the same double-glazed windows are installed as on the windows, which allows you to effectively save heat in the apartment.

Types of balcony doors

In order for you to be able to choose the right balcony door, you first need to understand its varieties, find out the features of each option, its advantages and disadvantages.

Balcony doors vary in location relative to the window: they can be integral with it and located on the left or right side, or they can also be a separate element.

The balcony door can be located on the left, right of the window or in the middle

Also, balcony doors have different opening mechanisms:

the swing mechanism is traditional, therefore the most popular;
the sliding mechanism is convenient to use on small balconies;
the rotating mechanism is most often used in small apartments;
tilt and turn doors can additionally be opened for ventilation.

Depending on the type of construction, balcony doors can be single or double leaf. For their production they are used different materials: wood, plastic, glass, aluminum.

Before choosing a balcony door, you need to decide how it will be installed. Usually installed in apartments balcony blocks, and remodeling the wall for a different type of door will be expensive and difficult.

Photo gallery: types of balcony doors

Combined balcony door provides excellent thermal insulation Double doors allow large items to be moved onto the balcony Sliding balcony doors save space Glass panoramic doors allow entry large quantity Sveta Stained glass windows in balcony doors look elegant

Types of balcony doors by material of manufacture

The functionality and service life of a balcony door will largely depend on the material from which it is made. Let us consider the features of structures made of various materials, their advantages and disadvantages.

Wooden doors for balconies

Wood is environmentally friendly and safe material, but how practical will such doors be? People who love everything natural believe that a wooden door will be the most the right decision. They are guided by the fact that such structures have a chic appearance and are environmentally friendly.

In order for a wooden balcony door to serve reliably, only dry, quality wood and modern double glazed windows

But despite their presentable appearance, wooden balcony doors have one serious drawback - after a while they dry out and their functionality decreases, after which they do not protect the room well from the cold.

If you decide to use wooden doors on a balcony or loggia, then they must be additionally insulated. This is done in the places where the double-glazed windows are attached, as well as in the joints of the door frame. The most simple option Self-adhesive tape will be used. In order for the door to harmonize with the interior of the room, we use decorative materials for upholstery that matches the design of the room.

Plastic doors for balconies

The championship among balcony doors is confidently occupied by plastic structures, they are also PVC doors. This is explained by the optimal balance between characteristics such as quality and price. Besides, plastic doors practical, convenient to use, and they have a beautiful appearance.

Plastic balcony door - modern solution, which not only reliably protects the room from the cold, but also has beautiful view, Not high cost

Among the disadvantages of PVC structures, some experts note their comparative fragility, but it all depends on compliance with the rules of operation and maintenance. If you inspect them in a timely manner and, if necessary, change fittings and panels, then such doors will serve you for decades.

Glass balcony doors

You don’t see glass doors to a balcony in an apartment very often; this solution is usually chosen by creative people. More often they are installed in cafes or offices, as they allow them to better attract customers.

The following materials can be used to create a glass balcony door:

triplex;
plexiglass;
polycarbonate

The materials described are transparent, but their strength is much higher than that of ordinary glass, so they are safer. If glass is used, it is pre-tempered, which significantly increases strength and can withstand higher loads.

Glass door to the balcony - modern and unusual solution, which allows you to transform any apartment

There are two design options for such structures: framed and frameless. To create the frame, steel, aluminum, plastic or fiberglass are used. In the frameless version there is no frame; instead, fiberglass filler and polymer binders are used.

The advantage of this option is that the room turns out to be bright, its dimensions visually increase, glass - environmentally friendly material. The disadvantage of glass balcony doors is their high cost and low thermal insulation performance, so they are recommended to be installed only on glazed balconies. Also, such doors are difficult to install, which is unlikely to be done on your own.

Combined doors for balconies

A popular solution is to install combined doors. In this case, the lower part is usually made of PVC or wood, and double-glazed windows are installed on top. Thus, the bottom of the door protects the room well from the penetration of cold, and the transparent upper part allows a sufficient amount of light into the apartment.

Combined doors can have paneled or panel structure. The main advantage of combined structures is their low cost, and covering the surface with veneer or laminated panels of the required shade allows you to select doors to suit any interior.

The combined structure is usually made of wood or plastic at the bottom, and the top part is made of double-glazed windows

The main disadvantage of combined balcony doors is that the buyer cannot check the filling that is inside, and strength, sound and thermal insulation characteristics designs.

To determine the quality of a combined balcony door, you can focus on its weight. If it is light, this indicates the use of cardboard or thin slabs, which indicates poor sound and heat insulation characteristics.

Types of balcony doors according to their design

The choice of balcony door design depends on the size and shape of the opening in the wall, as well as your preferences and financial capabilities. There are several types of doors that differ from each other design features, and each of them has both pros and cons.

Until recently, there was practically no alternative to traditional swing structures. But now the market offers sliding, sliding, panoramic doors, and you can install accordion doors.

Double balcony doors

This solution can be implemented both in an apartment or house, and in offices. Double door has a special design - two canvases that are located parallel to each other. Such doors were often installed in old houses, but have not lost their popularity even now.

A double door consists of two leaves located parallel to each other

The presence of two door leaves allows for better heat retention in the house, so such doors can be installed on an unglazed balcony. The disadvantage of this design is that each door leaf has its own fittings, the purchase of which will require you to spend twice as much money.

Balcony double doors

In old houses, only a single balcony door was installed, but modern apartment layouts allow the use of hinged or double-leaf models. This design consists of two doors, most often one of them remains blind, and the second is used, but both halves can be made to open.

If only one sash opens, then all the fittings are installed on it. When both doors open, bevel fittings are installed, which makes the design more expensive. The advantage of the double-leaf option is that large furniture or other large objects can be placed on the balcony.

A double door allows you not only to go out onto the balcony normally, but also to take out large objects there

Since each half double door less than a single-leaf one, then less load is created on the fittings, which increases its service life. The disadvantage of this design is that its installation requires an opening, the width of which is at least 90 cm. The upper latch on the sash is located high, so if it is necessary to open the doors completely, it will be difficult to reach it.

If you want to widen the opening to install a double-leaf balcony door, then before carrying out the work you must obtain permission from the housing commission.

Due to the fact that this design has a large area of glass, it better transmits light into the room. This allows you to visually increase the space, which is especially important for rooms with windows facing north.

Sliding doors to the balcony

Such designs allow you to remove the barrier, so the room expands and is filled with sunlight. Installing a sliding balcony door gives the apartment modern look. This solution allows you to make the apartment respectable, and also saves space when opening and closing doors. Sliding doors can open parallel or tilt like windows.

Since the structure has significant weight, it is necessary to take a powerful and reliable profile. Most of such a door consists of glass, so you need to choose modern and high-quality double-glazed windows that have good thermal insulation characteristics.

Sliding doors do not take up space when opened, giving the room a modern look

Wooden doors require more attention and care compared to plastic options. Laminated PVC structures embody the practicality and reliability of plastic, as well as the beauty of natural wood.

Sliding doors can be of the tilt-and-slide type, they are light in weight, provide good tightness and thermal insulation. You can ventilate the room without opening the door.

The lift-and-slide structure has large dimensions; such doors move on rails installed on the ceiling and floor. When you turn the handle, the blade rises and moves to the side. This allows you to create durable structures up to 2.5 m wide.

Balcony doors

This option resembles an accordion when opening the door leaf. Despite the design features, such doors have insufficient tightness and therefore can be used on a glazed balcony. The characteristics of the door will depend on the quality of the fittings and seals used.

An accordion door allows you to close a large opening, but it is better to install it on glazed balconies, since its tightness is low

The main advantage of such doors is that they take up little space, as they fold like a fan. They are used in large openings, the width of which can reach 6 m. If compared with other door designs, these will have worse tightness.

Panoramic balcony doors

Panoramic doors can have different designs: sliding, hinged, accordion-shaped. The frame can be made of plastic, aluminum, wood.

The main advantage of this solution is the presence of a large amount of sunlight in the room. It is necessary to provide blinds or curtains, since in the summer the room will become very hot.

Panoramic balcony door is a modern solution that allows you to enjoy the view from the window

Beautiful panoramic view, which can be enjoyed at any time of the year. For greater comfort, the door is equipped with a thermal break and warm glazing. This design provides stylish design, it emphasizes the refined taste of the apartment owners and their financial position. Among the disadvantages of this design, it is worth noting its high cost, complexity of installation and maintenance.

People often confuse sliding and sliding doors and believe that they are the same thing. In fact, the peculiarity of sliding doors lies in their name. They have wheels with which they open, and the weight of the canvas falls on them. This ensures a rigid and reliable support. Sliding doors have only a top guide, which negatively affects their performance.

Thanks to the presence of support wheels, the service life of sliding doors is much longer than that of sliding structures. There are no problems during their operation; they do not warp or jam. This design is much quieter during opening and closing.

The presence of a lower guide and support wheels makes the design of sliding doors more reliable and durable

Their disadvantage is that the lower guide creates certain inconveniences, as it interferes with walking and dirt accumulates in it. Short thermal insulation properties do not allow the installation of sliding doors on an unglazed balcony. Pictures, shelves, etc. cannot be hung on the wall located next to the door.

Dimensions of doors for a balcony

GOST 11214–86 indicates what the dimensions of doors for a balcony should be. In old houses, the width of the doorway is only 61 cm. This allows normal passage through the doors, but it will not be possible to carry large items.

IN modern apartments the size of the window block has increased significantly. Now the width of the door clearance is 70–90 cm, and its height is from 2 to 2.2 m.

Standard width, height and thickness of a balcony door provide:

together with the window there is sufficient illumination of the room;
repeated use and durability, which are ensured by the rigidity of the structure;
thermal insulation of the room;
Possibility of room ventilation with open doors.

If you decide to make custom doors or purchase them yourself, then you need to take the measurements correctly. Dimensions are taken from the outside and inside, and this is done in several places. In addition to such parameters as the width and height of the balcony door, great importance It also has a thickness; according to existing standards it should be 75 mm.

Installation of doors for a balcony

Before you begin installing a balcony door, you first need to take correct measurements and purchase necessary materials and tools. The most popular are plastic doors, so let’s look at the process of installing them. To complete the work you will need:

measuring instruments;
level;
perforator;
plumb line;
fastening elements;
hammer.

The procedure for installing a balcony door:

Dismantling old door. Carefully remove old design and clean thoroughly doorway from plaster. To prevent dust, the surface is coated with a primer.
During dismantling, it is necessary to carefully remove any remaining plaster so that it does not interfere with the correct installation of the new door.
Preparing a plastic door. Before installation, it must be disassembled. It will be easier to carry out installation when the canvas is removed from the box and the double-glazed windows are pulled out of it.
When the leaf is separated from the door frame and the glass unit is removed, it is much easier to install the door and there is less chance of damaging the glass
Door frame installation. For this purpose, the plastic door kit contains fastening elements. WITH inside boxes have special grooves into which brackets are installed. For fastening with anchors, a hole is made in the leaf; this is much simpler and faster, but the appearance of the door will be ruined. At least three fasteners are installed on each side.
When installing a door frame, you must strictly observe both vertical and horizontal installation.
Installation of the canvas. First, the canvas is placed on the lower canopy. The door is closed, and the parts of the upper hinge must match; when this happens, they are connected using a pin.
After the canvas is installed on the lower canopy, the upper loops must match, and then they are fixed with a pin
Sealing door block. After you have checked with a level the correct installation of the door frame and fixed it well, and also installed door leaf, the opening between it and the wall is filled with polyurethane foam.
After hardening polyurethane foam it must be protected from negative influence external factors, under the influence of which the material quickly loses its thermal insulation properties

Video: installation of a balcony door

Features of operation

In order for balcony doors to function normally throughout long period, they must be properly operated and maintained on time:

periodically lubricate the moving parts of the fittings with technical petroleum jelly and inspect them;
clean drainage holes;
inspect the condition of the seals and lubricate them with grease.

Profile care involves periodically cleaning it from dirt, using special products or soapy water. The fittings must be protected from dirt and staining. Rubber seals need to be cleaned and wiped twice a year special means. This will preserve their elasticity and water-repellent characteristics.

Accessories for balcony doors

If plastic doors are installed on the balcony, then usually a separate lock and push handle are not installed for them. The same fittings are used as for windows. In this case, the quality of the fittings is of great importance, since the doors have more weight, and the load on the hinges, handles and locks will be greater.

To ensure better tightness, balcony doors are equipped with a middle clamp. This prevents cold air from entering the room. For the same purposes, the porch and balcony latch are used.

Fittings used on balcony doors:

Balcony latch. It serves to secure the doors when a person goes out onto the balcony. Its presence allows, although not hermetically sealed, to close the doors and while a person is on the balcony, heat will not escape from the room.
Balcony latch allows you to fix the door when a person is on the balcony
Double-sided handle. This device allows you to close the doors hermetically. It is not recommended to be used on the first floors, as it additional opportunity for thieves to break into the premises. To more reliably protect your home from burglars, you can purchase a double-sided handle with a lock.
The presence of a double-sided handle allows you to open doors both from the outside and from the inside
Mosquito net. This is an additional device for a balcony door, which is very popular. It does not allow insects, dirt and fluff into the room. For ease of use, you can purchase mosquito net in the form of a door that is mounted on hinges and has its own handle for fixing and opening. It's more convenient option than just a net, which will have to be removed and reinserted every time you go out onto the balcony.
The mosquito net reliably protects the apartment from both insects and dirt and fluff.
Double-glazed window. Usually it is used the same as on windows. To properly protect a house from extraneous sounds and cold, it must have at least two chambers.
If the balcony is glazed, then you can use a single-chamber double-glazed window in the doors, but if not, then a double-chamber one is better
Threshold. To create it, use part of an ordinary window sill. This plastic is strong enough to support the weight of a person, and it is warmer than a concrete threshold. To plastic threshold could withstand a lot of weight, it must be installed correctly, there should be no voids under it.
The presence of a threshold prevents cold air from entering the room
Stopping devices. They are mounted on the floor or wall and prevent the doors from swinging wide open, and also fix them in a certain position.
Door hinges. Although the weight of a plastic door is less than that of a wooden one, in order for it not to sag and to work reliably, it is necessary to install powerful hinges and adjust them correctly. Basic requirements for door hinges:
Automatic closers. These are special devices that allow you to smoothly close doors without your participation. They can be installed both at the top and bottom of the door, but there are door closers that are hidden at the end of the door leaf. The closer has the ability to adjust the closing speed.
Automatic closers prevent doors from closing abruptly
Locks. They serve to protect the apartment from thieves. Locking devices can be:

Video: choosing fittings for plastic doors

When choosing a balcony door, you need to take into account its purpose, the area of the room and the interior design features. In addition, you need to familiarize yourself with possible options doors, their features, advantages and disadvantages, after which you can make the right choice.

The double plastic balcony door fits harmoniously into a modern or classic interior. The product helps to achieve the highest possible level of reliability and functionality. It is insensitive to moisture and temperature changes. Thanks to its thoughtful design, the model is securely fixed in the opening and provides reliable protection from cold air masses throughout the entire service life.

Buy a double plastic door with glass

You can buy a double PVC plastic door in any shade. When producing products, we use RENOLIT PVC films. Color palette Such components help to fulfill any wishes of customers. Finished goods, equipped with high-quality fittings, lightweight, and not subject to corrosive processes. They comply with GOST requirements, which is confirmed by the relevant certificates. Our products will help organize any space, filling it with natural light.

If you require double plastic PVC doors to the balcony, please contact us! The team of the Gigant window construction plant will cope with the work in a short time. We will produce products that will fully meet customer expectations. Contact us! Our managers will accept the application and send a measurer. Qualified craftsmen will install the structure in accordance with current technologies. To find out more, call the numbers listed on the website, fill out and submit a special form. Polite staff will answer any questions!

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