Aluminium sliding doors in Maida Vale

The housing in Maida Vale is largely Edwardian mansion blocks, stucco villas and converted period flats. In Victorian side-return extensions, a two or three-panel sliding door gives wide views while staying practical in narrow gardens where swinging doors would get in the way.

Sliding doors suit flats opening onto balconies or terraces because they do not swing, but check freeholder consent and drainage at the threshold first. On period homes in conservation areas, rear sliding doors are often acceptable where hidden from the street, but confirm with the council before ordering.

The Maida Vale conservation area covers much of the neighbourhood, and Westminster City Council expects windows to match originals closely, so we check before quoting. In mansion blocks the managing agent normally has a say on window style and colour, and fitting days must be planned around shared entrances and parking. We are about 8.4 miles away.

Sliding patio doors use large glass panels that glide along a track, opening up a rear wall without taking any space inside or out. Made with slim aluminium frames, they suit kitchen extensions, living rooms and modern homes where owners want maximum glass, views and daylight.

• Large panes with slim aluminium frames
• Slides open without swinging into rooms
• Maximises views and natural light

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