Window Installation in 8 Steps: What to Ask Your Installer
The standard procedure for installing windows and doors in 8 steps, from inspection to clean-up, plus a client checklist.
Choosing products
Sliding Doors: Lift & Slide, PSK or Standard?
The main types
| Type | How it opens | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Lift & slide (Hebeschiebe) | The leaf lifts slightly and slides; when closed it lowers onto the seals | Large openings, frequent use |
| Standard sliding | The leaf slides on tracks | Balconies and simple openings |
| Parallel-slide-tilt (PSK) | The leaf tilts, then slides parallel in front of the fixed part | When you want ventilation and sliding in one door |
| Folding (bi-fold), aluminium | Leaves fold over one another | Very wide openings, indoor-outdoor connection |
How to choose
- Opening width: very wide openings usually call for lift & slide, panoramic or aluminium folding systems.
- Space to the side: sliding leaves need somewhere to stop.
- Profile and colour: uPVC or aluminium; see how to choose the colour.
- Glass: double or triple, tempered or laminated for safety.
- Insect screens: sliding and pleated (plissé) models are available for doors.
What is checked at the technical visit
Our technical team verifies dimensions, plans and the condition of the supporting structure, then prepares the specification sheet, which you approve before production. For large doors, these measurements determine which system is feasible.
Common mistakes
- Overlooking the space to the side for the sliding leaves.
- Choosing a system without measurement and an approved specification sheet.
- Forgetting the insect screen when planning.
- Non-safety glass in large doors: choose tempered or laminated.
Frequently asked questions
Which sliding door is best for a balcony?
Balconies usually get a standard sliding or lift & slide door, depending on opening width and budget. We can assess it during the technical visit.
Can I add an insect screen to a sliding door?
Yes. We offer horizontal sliding screens and pleated (plissé) screens for doors and windows.
How wide can a sliding door be?
It depends on the system. Very wide openings are usually solved with lift & slide, panoramic or folding systems; the exact width is specified after measurement.
Can sliding doors have tempered glass?
Yes. Tempered or laminated glass is chosen for safety, according to the building and your requirements.
