Creating a flush threshold on sliding doors as well as effective drainage and weather protection has many benefits when planning a new extension.
Sliding glass door threshold detail.
On the exterior the pan flashing should lap over the deck or masonry flashing below.
They fit into tighter spaces than our hinged doors because their panels don t interfere with your room or patio.
The series 600 sliding glass door is available in nearly any configuration with panels up to 72 wide and 144 tall maximum 60 square feet.
Sliding glass doors can also bi part in the center.
Whatever material is used all pans should have a dam on the ends and along the inside edge.
Figure 3 26 above flashing details above and below an exterior door.
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Figure 3 27 above pan flashing and threshold details below an entry door.
Also called sliding glass doors these doors are designed to glide horizontally with one operating panel and one stationary panel.
Not only does a flush threshold provide a very attractive detail with the doors open or closed but it also provides step free access as you move in and out of your home.