PVC Sliding Doors FAQs
Can sliding upvc doors be spray painted?
The simple answer is yes, you can paint uPVC sliding doors, provided that it is done properly. You can either hire a professional or attempt to do it yourself. You can follow our simple step-by-step guide below:
- Step 1 – remove the door handles and locks
- Step 2 – cut out the old silicone from around the frame.
- Step 3 – thoroughly clean the surfaces that are going to be painted with a solvent-based product
- Step 4 – cover the glass, surrounding masonry and opening into the room
- Step 5 – your doors are ready to be painted using a uPVC door paint.
However, before you use a uPVC spray paint on your plastic sliding door consider the following factors:
- Avoid painting uPVC that is less than a year old since the resins used in the production process continue to be secreted for up to a year and prevent paint from adhering to the surface.
- If your door/s faces south and receives a lot of sunlight, you should consider getting a paint that is UV-resistant.
- Many are unaware that DIY projects, including painting uPVC doors or windows, can void the guarantee. Before you begin a new project, always verify with the supplier.
Is it normal for sliding pvc doors to mist up?
It is completely normal for your uPVC sliding patio doors to mist up from time to time. There are 3 ways in which the windows can mist up:
- From the outside – the most common occurrence – this happens due to your window performing highly or having a low u-Value, meaning that it keeps the heat in whilst deflecting the cold air on the outside
- From the inside – another common occurrence – this usually happens due to poor ventilation throughout the home, the easiest way to fix that is to increase the airflow by opening a window
- Condensation built up between the two glass panes - this is a major indicator that suggests your double glazing may not be functioning as it should, which is reason for concern. In this instance, it is best to call a professional.
How tall can upvc sliding doors be?
There is no specified maximum height for PVC sliding doors. Standard sliding door size varies depending on the number of panels. We supply sliding uPVC doors that reach 2100mm (6.9 ft) with a maximum panel weight of 120kg per sash. However, the sliding door dimensions are different for every variant that we offer.
Are sliding doors expensive?
The sliding door cost varies depending on a several factors, such as the type of glass and installation costs. You should take into account all the various elements that affect the cost of uPVC patio doors, such as:
- Size of glass
- Size of frame
- Door configuration
- Type of glazing
Our uPVC sliding doors starting point price is as little as £600. For a full breakdown of costs and quotes, contact our friendly expert team.
How to hang a curtain rod above a sliding door?
Hanging a curtain rod for sliding glass doors may differ a bit compared to hanging curtains above other windows or doors. We break down the 3 simple steps you will need to follow to hang your curtains above your patio doors:
- Step 1 – Measure the doors, if you have a tall sliding door you will need more material. Locate the door's centre and add a pencil mark there just above the wall. Then, mark 4 inches above the door frame and 2 inches from each side of the door.
- Step 2 - Drill holes in the pencil-marked points. Drilling the holes requires using a drill bit that is smaller than the drywall anchors. In this manner, the anchors are set and prevent pulling out of the wall. After that, holes must be drilled through the brackets and into the anchors for the screws. The middle bracket needs to be attached after that is finished.
- Step 3 – It is important to not tighten the screws right away after mounting the centre bracket. The curtain rod needs to be levelled before the screws are tightened. We recommend tapping the rod on the top and bottom sides to confirm that it is straight. You can tighten the screws after completing these steps.
After completing these 3 steps, all that is left to do is hang the curtains from the curtain rod.