A Wall of Glass That Glides Open at Your Fingertips
Arkay aluminium patio doors, precision-fitted by our Martlesham team. Choose the slim-framed EdgeGLIDE+ or the near-invisible GLIDE21 — both British-made, thermally efficient, and covered by our 10-year guarantee.
The View, Uninterrupted
The best thing about a sliding patio door isn't the day you open it — it's every other day of the year. Because the panels glide rather than fold, they carry far bigger panes of glass and far less frame, so even on a grey February morning your garden is right there in the room with you. It's why patio doors have quietly become one of the most requested improvements we fit from our Martlesham base, in homes across Kesgrave, Ipswich, Woodbridge, Felixstowe and throughout Suffolk and Essex.
We install two aluminium sliding door systems, both manufactured in Britain by Arkay Windows: the EdgeGLIDE+, our standard system with impressively slim 35mm sightlines and a choice of 2- or 3-rail layouts, and the GLIDE21, our ultra-slim premium option whose outer frame disappears into the wall, leaving just 21mm of visible aluminium where the glass panels meet. Both are thermally engineered to keep your home warm, available in a huge range of colours, and fitted by our own installation team — never subcontractors.
Every installation starts with a free, no-obligation survey, is protected by our 10-year guarantee, and is FENSA-certified for building regulations compliance.
Choose Your System
Not sure which is right for your home? The simple version: EdgeGLIDE+ gives you slim, elegant frames at excellent value; GLIDE21 makes the frame virtually vanish and carries truly enormous panes of glass. Our consultants will walk you through both at your survey.
Arkay EdgeGLIDE+
A beautifully engineered inline sliding door that suits almost any home — from modern extensions in Kesgrave to period cottages in Woodbridge. Slim frames, smooth colour-matched hardware, and it can even be manufactured at window height, which makes it a brilliant choice for opening up a kitchen.
| Visible sightline | 35mm interlock |
|---|---|
| Thermal performance | U-values from 1.2 W/m²K — Part L compliant |
| Configurations | 2-rail or 3-rail, all panes sliding |
| Max panel size | 2.2m wide × 2.6m tall (up to 240kg) |
| Glazing | Double glazed, units from 14mm to 36mm |
| Acoustic insulation | Up to 40dB Rw |
| Colours | Single or dual RAL colours & anodised finishes |
Arkay GLIDE21
For homeowners who want the "glass wall" look. The GLIDE21's outer frame and sash are fully concealed within the surrounding structure, so when the doors are closed all you see is glass and a whisper-thin 21mm line where the panels meet. Each panel can reach a full 3 metres wide and 3 metres tall — genuinely floor-to-ceiling — and it glides on rollers tested to 25,000 open-and-close cycles.
| Visible sightline | Just 21mm — outer frame fully concealed |
|---|---|
| Max panel size | 3.0m wide × 3.0m tall (3.5m tall in some configurations) |
| Max panel weight | 350kg standard, up to 450kg |
| Weather rating | Class 4 air, Class 9A water, 2000 Pa wind load |
| Glazing | Units up to 32mm |
| Durability | Rollers tested to 25,000 cycles |
| Threshold | Flush or low-threshold options |
Lead Times
Patio Door Price Guide
The prices below are honest, indicative ranges for standard colours including professional installation — no hidden extras. Your exact quote depends on dimensions, the system you choose (EdgeGLIDE+ or GLIDE21), threshold options, and any structural work.
| Configuration | Est. Width | Estimated Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Panel | Up to 3.2m | £2,800 – £3,600 |
| 3 Panel (Most Popular) | Up to 4.8m | £3,900 – £5,200 |
| 4 Panel | Up to 6.0m | £5,200 – £6,800 |
| GLIDE21 Glass-Wall Spans | Bespoke | £3,800 – £8,500 |
Customisation & Upgrades
- Bespoke Colours: A huge range of RAL colours plus anodised finishes to match any aesthetic perfectly.
- Dual Colours: Anthracite Grey outside, Crisp White inside? Dual-colour manufacturing is available on both systems.
- GLIDE21 Upgrade: Step up to the ultra-slim concealed-frame system for the full glass-wall effect, with flush threshold options.
Recent Aluminium Patio Door Installations
Sleek, modern aluminium sliding patio door installations completed across Suffolk.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Our Patio Door Customers Say
Reviews related to our sliding patio doors
We wanted to open up our kitchen extension and the glide doors Jack recommended are perfect. The slim frames let in so much light and they glide effortlessly.
Dave sorted us out with a stunning 3-panel sliding door for our garden room. Superb service and the lead times were exactly as promised.
Absolutely brilliant from start to finish. No pressure, great advice on the flush threshold levels so there's no trip hazard, and the installers were spotless.
Cannot recommend Homestyle enough. The fitters were polite, tidy, and their attention to detail on the finishing trims around our new doors is exceptional.
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