A Top Comprehensive Buyer’s Guide for the Best Sliding Patio Doors

Sliding Patio Doors

What are the best sliding patio door manufacturers on the market? Whether you’re planning a new build or renovating your patio, NanaWall sliding patio doors offer seamless transitions, increasing functionality, and performance-driven operations rooted in 40 years of leading innovation. This guide provides a clear breakdown of what sliding patio doors are, what makes NanaWall different, and how to choose the right system for your home. 

The Leading Patio Door Manufacturer: NanaWall Sliding Patio Doors at a Glance

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Best Sliding Patio Door Manufacturers: Why NanaWall?

For over 40 years, NanaWall has been the leading innovator in the opening glass door category. Each system is engineered for long-lasting durability and ease of operation. In addition, systems are independently tested for air, water, structural, forced entry, and sound control with excellent results, ensuring each system meets performance requirements.

German-engineered NanaWall sliding patio doors are capable of solving various design challenges with unique configurations, including open corners, panel pocketing, and multidirectional sliding panels that open to the left or right of the opening. Plus, NanaWall Systems is a single-source supplier, meaning the components for our opening glass doors are manufactured by NanaWall, ensuring consistent performance and durability.

Things to Consider When Selecting Sliding Patio Doors

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1. What is the Maximum Height and Width of a NanaWall Sliding Glass Door?

Depending on model selection, NanaWall sliding systems can achieve openings over 60 feet wide and up to 15 feet tall. Up to five or more tracks are possible with cero, and up to three tracks are possible with NW MultiSlide 630.

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2. Can I Customize My Sliding Patio Doors?

Yes. NanaWall systems can be paired with convenient screens (by others). Additionally, our cero minimal sliding glass door has an automation option (by others) for everyday functionality. The Generation 4 NW MultiSlide 630 can be specified with simulated divided lites for added appeal and aesthetics.

cero by NanaWall sliding patio door system

3. Are NanaWall Sliding Patio Doors Energy-Efficient?

Yes. NanaWall sliding patio doors can be specified with double or triple glazing for optimal weather performance and energy efficiency. In addition, the spaces between each pane of glass can be filled with air or argon gas to improve thermal performance and insulation.

Minimal Sill for cero sliding glass wall

4. What Sill Options Do NanaWall Sliding Patio Doors Offer?

Depending on your project’s needs, choose from a variety of water-rated, barefoot-friendly, and ADA-compliant sills for smooth transitions. Pictured above is the Minimal Sill, one of three sill options for our Cero Minimal Sliding Glass Wall.

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5. Are NanaWall Sliding Patio Doors Secure?

Yes. As the leading patio door manufacturer, NanaWall Systems ensures each sliding glass door system is independently tested for air, water, structural, operation, acoustics, and forced entry with excellent results. 

The cero system ensures security through a two-point, tamper-resistant locking mechanism integrated into a slim 1 5/16" vertical profile stile, preserving its sleek look. 

Meanwhile, the NW MultiSlide 630 comes with highly secure two-point locking. With a simple 180° turn of the handle, steel locking rods with a 1" (24 mm) throw drive into both the head track and the sill. These locking rods, along with an anti-lift feature in the head track, provide built-in additional security, eliminating the potential for vandals to lift or pry a panel out of the frame.

NW MultiSlide 630 sliding patio doors

6. Can NanaWall Systems Install My Patio Doors?

Yes. Our network of independent, certified installers ensures your NanaWall system is installed correctly, quickly, and without hassle. This minimizes callbacks and future headaches by getting it done right the first time.

7. How Much Do NanaWall Systems Cost?

Unlike other patio door manufacturers, NanaWall is a custom product tailored specifically to your project needs. Numerous features and options make up the price, such as the type of system, panel size, glass type, hardware, and other custom specifications. The best way to determine cost is to consult with your local area NanaWall architectural representative.

In addition, the NanaWall multislide system adds lasting value to any home, offering exceptional durability, smooth operation, and performance that is built to withstand years of everyday use. Meanwhile, cero is a customizable, premium solution with the largest panels available and precision German engineering. 

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The NanaWall Difference: Why NanaWall Sliding Patio Doors Are the Best Option

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As one of the best patio door manufacturers, NanaWall systems are engineered with performance and durability in mind. In return, these systems elevate indoor-outdoor living by opening interiors to the outdoors while increasing property value and ROI. 

The latest innovation in our sliding glass door product family, Generation 4 NW MultiSlide 630, features multidirectional panels that slide left or right for optimal user flexibility. 

Explore Our Sliding Patio Doors, Including Product Highlights and Benefits

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NanaWall Generation 4 Multislide Patio Door

This award-winning sliding door system offers expansive, floor supported, aluminum framed multislide panels that are thermally broken to deliver exceptional energy efficiency. Optional multidirectional panels allow users to open at the left or the right of the system based on daily needs. Aluminum frames are a mere 2 1/8” (55 mm) for optimal views. Plus, when paired with Generation 4 folding glass walls and windows, the NW MultiSlide 630 offers consistent glass lines for a cohesive design.

NW MultiSlide 630 reaches heights up to 11’ (3350 mm) and widths up to 6’6” (1980 mm). 

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In addition to the smoothest operation and slim frames, this multislide patio door features a built-in rattle-resistant feature to ensure quiet operation. For optimal security, a two-point locking mechanism and anti-lift feature offer peace of mind. Plus, for unobstructed openings, configurations that store the panels in a pocket are possible. 

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NanaWall Minimal Sliding Glass Walls

The award winning cero® offers ultra-thin, uniform aluminum framed sliding glass panels with recessed top and bottom tracks. cero allows for maximum transparency with the largest glass panels offered by NanaWall.  Aluminum frames are a mere 1 5/6” (34 mm), achieving a minimal look and optimal views. The system’s floor supported design features rollers that run above the water table, ensuring long-term durability and ease of operation.

Cero reaches heights up to 15’ (4550 mm) and widths up to 9’10” (3000) wide.

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In addition to accommodating open corner configurations, cero can also be specified in configurations that store the panels in a pocket for fully unobstructed openings. This system offers a Performance Sill option for cero II and cero III, and a barefoot-friendly Minimal Sill for cero II. Plus, cero can be specified with panel automation (by others) for effortless and quiet operation.

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Final Thoughts

As the leading patio door manufacturer, NanaWall systems continue to innovate movable glass wall solutions that elevate homes with the indoor-outdoor experience. These weather-performing sliding patio doors offer the ideal alternative to conventional patio doors, featuring slim frames for enhanced views, smooth operation for everyday use, and weather performance for optimal comfort in any climate. Plus, they can be customized to fit any project parameter and home aesthetic. So, which system will you choose?

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