A living room with a wall of glass created by an Andersen® E-Series Gliding Patio Door flanked by stationary panels that wrap around a corner.

Sliding Doors

Sliding doors, we call them gliding patio doors, put the landscape first. With their expansive glass and clean lines, they invite us to look beyond the door to beauty in our own backyards. With a simple operation to match, they truly embody a less-is-more approach, making them especially fitting in a modern home. Find out about your options and get answers to your top questions too. 

Explore your sliding door options

Lowest maintenance

100 Series gliding patio door

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100 Series Sliding Glass Doors
  • Fibrex® (2X stronger than vinyl*)
  • Contemporary style

Exterior Colors

Black
white color swatch option for andersen windows
Dark Bronze
+2

Thinnest frame

200 Series Narroline®

$$$$$
200 Series Narroline Sliding Glass Doors
  • Wood protected by vinyl exterior
  • Contemporary style

Exterior Colors

white color swatch option for andersen windows
Black
Dark Bronze
+3

Completely protected

200 Series Perma-Shield®

$$$$$
200 Series PermaShield Sliding Glass Doors
  • Wood protected by vinyl interior and exterior
  • Contemporary style
  • Blinds-between-the-glass option

Exterior Colors

white color swatch option for andersen windows
Black
Dark Bronze
+3

Gliding patio door

400 Series Frenchwood® 

$$$$$
400 Series Frenchwood Sliding Glass Doors
  • Wood protected by vinyl exterior
  • Classic style
  • Blinds-between-the-glass option

Exterior Colors

white color swatch option for andersen windows
terratone color swatch option for andersen windows
sandtone color swatch option for andersen windows

Connect with an Andersen Expert

Get personalized guidance from a knowledgeable Andersen representative—no pressure, just expert advice.

Why choose a sliding door?

A woman pulls a retractable insect screen across the opening side of her Andersen 200 Series Narroline Gliding Patio Door.

To create a sleek look

With their clean lines, they have an aesthetic that’s especially fitting in modern homes. 

A bedroom with Andersen E-Series Gliding Doors flanked by stationary panels and topped with E-Series Picture Windows.

To save space

With their flush opening, they have a compact design perfect for balconies and other tight spaces.

Justina Blakeney opening wood frame sliding door

To expand the glass

With two full panels, they create a floor-to-ceiling effect while still allowing outdoor access.  

Inspiring sliding doors

Get a sense for the configurations and selections available with our gliding patio doors by exploring the real-world projects below. 

Design your own sliding patio door

Let us help you get started. Use this tool to see possibilities for your next project.

Sliding door FAQs answered

Gliding patio doors ideas and inspiration

A black sliding patio door is featured with an outdoor patio that has two chairs.

Tips

Patio doors: Hinged v. sliding doors?

Which patio door is right for your home? It all depends on your style, space, and needs. We'll help you think through these factors, so you can land on exactly the right door. 
An outdoor meal on the sunny deck is made easy thanks to the folding outswing doors connecting to the kitchen inside

Ideas

Patio door options that run S, M & L

Bridge the gap between indoor and outdoor living with a patio door that's just the right size.
An exterior photo of Justina Blakeney’s olive, two-panel 200 Series Narroline Gliding Patio Doors with Albany hardware.

Tips

Parts of a patio door

The best way to get the exact door you want? Talk the talk. We’ll teach you what each part of a patio door is called so you can make the right selections and communicate clearly with contractors, dealers, or anyone else. 

More options

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Full-Service Replacement

Sliding patio doors are available from Renewal by Andersen, our full-service replacement window division.

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Find a Certified Contractor

Vetted, trained and backed by the industry leader, Certified Contractors have extensive window and door knowledge to make any project a success.

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Need a Part?

Browse our online parts store to find genuine Andersen parts and accessories for your awning windows.