Heritage-Style Single-Leaf Outward-Opening Patio Door

Heritage character for your patio access

Heritage-style single-leaf patio door, outward opening

A made-to-measure, single-leaf patio door in pine or oak. Select a named layout, colour and handle to tailor the door to your project.

Opening type

Outward-opening door leaf

Material

Pine or oak

Manufacture

Made to measure

Marking

CE marked

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Opening function and everyday use

This patio door uses one leaf that opens outwards, so the building opening needs sufficient space in front for its movement. Different glazing, bar and panel arrangements can be applied to the single-leaf construction, letting you choose a view that complements the architecture.

In day-to-day use, the opening direction affects how you approach the door, use the handle and pass through it. Consider the usual routes between indoors and the patio: if trays, garden equipment or larger items often pass through the opening, leave the area in front of the outward-swinging leaf clear. Also allow for furniture, planters, steps and other items within the opening area.

SPILKA and ASSA fittings with 3-point locking are included. A range of handles is available for the visible part used every day. Consider both the look you want and practical operation, then state your handle preference with the timber species, colour and layout pattern in your enquiry.

Guide the leaf steadily when opening and closing, keeping its path free of objects. Do not apply unnecessary pressure to the handle, leaf or locking mechanism. As part of normal care, keep accessible surfaces, seals and fitting areas free from dirt. Use cleaning and maintenance products suited to the particular timber finish, glass and handle.

Layout patterns change the divisions of the door leaf, not its outward-opening operation. Keep this distinction in mind when comparing versions.

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Construction, fittings and technical details

Available in pine or oak, the made-to-measure door is sized for the intended building opening. Its outer-frame profile measures 105 × 57 mm, while the door-leaf profile measures 76 × 78 mm. These component dimensions are not the overall dimensions of the complete door element. Each value belongs to its named component.

Installation holes are specified at 14 mm diameter. SPILKA and ASSA hardware with 3-point locking forms the fittings package, while the available handle can be coordinated with the door design. In your project documents, separate installation details, profile dimensions and building-opening measurements so each value remains unambiguous.

The door can be ordered with 2- or 3-pane insulating glass, incorporating a heat-reflective coating, CHR-marked warm-edge spacer and argon fill. Black rubber seals secure the glass within the leaf. Depending on the layout, glazing may be divided by bars or combined with a panel.

This patio door is CE marked and comes with a 5-year commercial guarantee, without limiting rights available under Australian Consumer Law. For clear planning, label each technical value by component: outer-frame profile 105 × 57 mm, door-leaf profile 76 × 78 mm, and installation holes 14 mm. Overall dimensions depend on the made-to-measure version for your project.

With this technical basis in place, you can assemble the visible and project-specific features. Choose pine or oak, a colour, a handle and one of the available layout patterns. Then add the building-opening dimensions and information about the installation situation. This keeps fixed product features, your choices and site details clearly separate.

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Assessing the intended opening correctly

Because the patio door is made to measure, planning begins with a careful assessment of the intended building opening. Measure the opening at several points and label each figure clearly. Distinguish the existing opening dimensions, possible junction areas and desired overall door-element size. If any measuring point is uncertain, record that uncertainty rather than estimating.

The surrounding wall also needs consideration. Record the position of floor junctions, threshold areas, adjacent walls and visible façade elements. Photos from inside and outside, together with a simple sketch, can support the written measurements. They do not replace accurate dimensions, but show how the opening connects with the room and façade.

Because this leaf opens outwards, check the clear space in front of the door. Patio furniture, planters, steps, balustrades, wall projections and other fixed or movable objects may affect use. Consider routes between indoors and the patio, allowing the leaf to be opened and closed in a controlled way during everyday use.

Document the installation situation with clearly marked internal and external views. As left and right can be understood differently depending on viewing direction, every sketch should show the direction of view. Also draw the area into which the leaf swings outwards, and identify nearby walls, steps or other possible obstructions.

When replacing existing components or echoing them in the design, record visible lines and proportions separately from opening measurements. Heritage character depends not on the product name alone but on door divisions, bar pattern, colour, timber species and architectural setting. Use these observations to choose the appropriate named layout.

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Timber species, colour and visual composition

Pine and oak are available for this patio door. Assess which timber species best suits your project alongside the preferred colour, layout pattern and adjoining components. Lighting, the proportion of glazing and bar divisions also influence how the completed door element appears inside and on the façade.

Use the colour selection to coordinate the door with the façade, interior or adjacent windows and doors. In your enquiry, give a precise colour name or another clear reference wherever possible. Broad descriptions such as “light”, “traditional” or “dark green” can be interpreted differently. A precise reference makes coordination easier, bringing timber, colour, bar pattern and handle into one composition.

Now consider the door leaf's composition. A bar-free layout highlights the continuous glazed area, whereas horizontal glazing-dividing bars produce stronger lines. Panelled patterns combine glazed and closed sections. Refer to the illustration of your chosen pattern when comparing its divisions and proportions with the building opening and neighbouring elements.

Where a building has strongly divided window axes, compare the door's lines with those of adjoining components. For a quieter façade, a less divided arrangement may offer a personal starting point. These are design considerations, not technical rules. The important choice is the relationship you want to create between door, façade and interior.

Include the handle in the visual coordination too. It matters not only for daily operation but also as a visible detail of the door leaf. Tell us your colour idea and handle preference together with the timber species and full layout-pattern name. This clearly describes the intended composition for your made-to-measure patio door.

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Related door and window types

Depending on the building opening and intended use, other door and window types may also interest you. Start by comparing the required function: should one leaf open outwards, is a wider access point needed, should a leaf slide sideways, or is fixed glazing suitable? You can then consider the material, glazing and design of each product type.

For a wider patio access point, a double-leaf outward-opening version may be suitable. An outward-opening external door and a front door with panel are also available for different entrance situations. These door types differ in construction and design from the single-leaf patio door shown here, so each should be planned using its own product information.

Where the type of movement is central, sliding or folding doors may also be relevant. With a sliding door, one leaf moves sideways. The folding door uses outward-opening folding leaves and is described in the available patterns with three or five leaves. Compare these functions with available space, circulation routes and the intended use of the transition.

For additional or separate fixed glass areas, consider a non-opening, single-piece glazed door sidelight or fixed-glazed windows. The range includes rectangular and round fixed-glazed windows. These elements suit projects where light and façade division are planned without another opening function. Their dimensions, materials and layout patterns are specified for each product.

When planning several elements, create a separate entry for every building opening, including product type, dimensions, timber species, colour and layout. You can also record shared colour preferences or recurring bar lines as an overall design aim. The related products below are listed under their full catalogue names, so you can open the appropriate pages for a detailed comparison. Heritage-style double-leaf patio door, outward opening, Outward-opening external door, Sliding doors, Outward-opening folding doors, Single-piece glazed door sidelight, Outward-opening front door with panel, Fixed-glazed windows, Round fixed-glazed windows.

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Prepare your enquiry step by step

A well-prepared enquiry combines building details with clear selection decisions. Start with an identifiable project name and state which room or façade section the patio door is intended for. Add the recorded opening dimensions and mark the viewing direction on your sketch. This keeps building information and product preferences understandably separate.

Next, select one of the available layout patterns and copy its full name. This retains information about bars, glazing and any panel. If you are deciding between several patterns, list them as first and second preferences and briefly note the effect that matters to you, such as a calm glass surface, horizontal division or a combination of glass and panel.

Then state the timber species you want: pine or oak. Add the clearest possible colour reference and your handle preference. If coordination with existing windows, doors or façade elements matters to you, include photographs and short notes. Describe only features that are genuinely intended to be adopted or considered.

Afterwards, check whether the full pattern name already includes all desired details about bars, glazing and any panel. Use this exact name in the enquiry, separate from dimensions, timber species, colour and handle choice. It will then be clear which details belong to the layout pattern and which additional decisions are needed for your made-to-measure door.

Finally, check your documents for inconsistencies. Do the pattern name and description agree? Is the timber species clearly selected? Is there a clear colour reference and handle preference? Are dimensions, sketches and photos labelled understandably? When several products are involved, assign every document to the correct building opening. Then send us the consolidated information so we can clarify the made-to-measure version and any outstanding choices with you.

Is the patio door made to measure?

Yes. The patio door is made to measure. For an accurate enquiry, supply the intended opening dimensions and installation details. Photographs and a simple sketch can clarify the surrounding construction.

How do I share my colour preference?

A colour selection is available. Please provide an unambiguous colour name or another clear reference where possible. Consider how it will work with the façade, interior, adjoining windows and other visible components.

Can I select a handle?

Yes, a handle selection is one of the available purchasing choices. In your enquiry, describe the appearance and handling you prefer. The handle choice is then coordinated with the planned door version.

Does every layout include a panel?

No. Some layout patterns are fully glazed and differ through the number of glazing-dividing bars. Others combine glazing with a panel. The full pattern name shows which elements belong to that layout, so include it in your enquiry without changing it where possible.

What glazing is specified for the patio door?

Depending on the version, the door has 2- or 3-pane insulating glass. The glazing includes a heat-reflective coating, a CHR-marked warm-edge spacer and argon fill. Black rubber is used for the glass seals.

What routine care is useful?

Clean timber, glass and the handle with products suitable for the relevant surface. During normal maintenance, check accessible seals and hardware parts for dirt or noticeable changes. Follow the care instructions for your particular version.

How should I use the layout-pattern names when choosing?

The names indicate the bar arrangement, glazing or panel that identifies a pattern. They describe the design but do not replace a scale drawing. For your enquiry, provide the full name of your preferred pattern.

Which related product types can I compare for other openings?

For other openings, compare a double-leaf patio door, an external door, sliding or folding doors, a fixed-glazed door sidelight, a panelled front door, and rectangular or round fixed-glazed windows. Plan each element from its own product information, clearly assigning dimensions and material and colour preferences to the relevant opening.

Plan your made-to-measure patio door with us

Planning a made-to-measure patio door for your home? Send us the dimensions of the intended opening, your chosen layout pattern, preferred timber species, colour and handle selection. Photos and a labelled sketch can also show how the door is intended to sit within the façade, interior and patio area. We will bring your information together clearly and discuss the suitable version for your project.