The same is true of swinging doors with ball-bearing hinges and upgraded hardware and a multipoint latch system. Better built doors mean less maintenance, less hassle and more money in your pocket.

The same is true of swinging doors with ball-bearing hinges and upgraded hardware and a multipoint latch system. Better built doors mean less maintenance, less hassle and more money in your pocket.

Patio door style can affect the available ventilation. For example, a swinging patio door can consist of a pair of "active" doors. This means that both doors can be opened.

If you're replacing a door soon, consider purchasing a door with hinges made to swing outward. Seal outdoor surfaces to protect from storm damage.

We ordered a unit where the door was hinged at the center of the assembly and opened inward. You'll also find models that have the hinge on the outer side of the assembly frame.

Q. I took off the molding around a swinging patio door and plan to replace it with Victorian trim. I filled the gap between the door frame and the rough opening with an expanding foam insulation. N… ...