What should you pay attention to when choosing a screen door for a sliding door?
Do you have a sliding door and want to enjoy fresh air without insects in summer? Then a screen door for your sliding door is a smart choice! But what should you actually pay attention to when choosing the right screen door? We list the most important points for you in the article below.
Sliding screen door or pleated screen door?
There are different types of screen doors available for sliding patio doors. The most popular are:
- Sliding screen door: This slides smoothly aside, parallel to your sliding door. Ideal if you are looking for a sturdy, practical solution that fits nicely to your front.
- Plissé screen door: This type of screen door folds up like a harmonica. It is space-saving, stylish and easy to use. A popular choice for modern interiors!
Mounting the screen door: drilling or not?
Not everyone wants to drill holes in the window frame. Fortunately, there are screen doors that can be mounted without drilling and screwing. For example, the Splendid Plissé screen door, which works on the basis of strong tape, snaps on easily and causes no damage to your window frame. If, on the other hand, you have no problem with a few screws, you can opt for a more robust variant such as the KeJe Original Horn Door.
Inside or outside mounting of door screen
Depending on the space in and around your home, you can choose whether to mount on the inside or outside of your sliding door. Do you have little space on the inside? Then an outside installation might be a better option. The same applies the other way round: do you have a roller shutter, for example? Then an inside-mounted screen door is more practical. In addition, you sometimes have awkward situations with a latch that gets in the way. Here too, a screen door with an on the day set offers a solution.
Screen door for plastic frames
If you have a plastic sliding door, don't worry! There are special screen doors that can be fitted without drilling, such as the ZIZA Plissé screen door and the Splendid Plissé screen door. These screen doors click into the frame and are an ideal solution if you want to keep your plastic window frames intact.
Solutions for limited space
Not all sliding doors have the same amount of space for a screen door. For example, do you have a roller shutter or a narrow passageway? Then there are ultra-thin screen doors such as the Micro 13 screen door (only 13 mm thick!) or the slightly more robust Midel 22 screen door. Both are ideal if you have little mounting space but still want to keep insects out.
Made-to-measure for a perfect fit
Every sliding door is different, and a screen door needs to fit perfectly for optimal performance. Therefore, choose a made-to-measure screen door to ensure a perfect fit and maximum effectiveness against unwanted critters.
Conclusion: Which screen door suits you?
A screen door for your sliding patio door is a must-have if you want to leave your doors open without worry in summer. Whether you choose a sliding screen door, a pleated variant, a solution without drilling or an extra narrow model for limited space: there is always a suitable option for your sliding door. Let that fresh air come in - without bugs! For the best tailor-made advice, contact a dealer in your area. Find your dealer here