- November 26, 2025|
- Doors|
- sandymount_admin
Key points
- Sliding doors maximise natural light flow in open-plan layouts, flooding your home with brightness that improves mood, sleep quality and overall wellbeing for the whole family
- Origin’s ranges, installed by Sandymount, feature ultra-slim sightlines (from just 20mm) that create expansive glass coverage, delivering unobstructed views and a genuine wall of glass effect
- Effortless gliding operation on concealed tracks provides smooth, reliable performance year after year, with options for flush floor recessing that eliminates trip hazards
- Complete bespoke customisation means your sliding patio doors can be tailored to any configuration, colour and size, perfectly complementing your home’s style
With so many of us spending most of our days under harsh artificial lighting, it’s no surprise that the demand for natural sunlight is rising. Not only does abundant natural light reduce eye strain, but it’s also proven to lower stress, boost productivity, improve sleep, and even cut energy consumption.
This shift has driven the popularity of open-plan living in Gloucestershire, with homeowners breaking down barriers between cooking, dining, and relaxation spaces, while seeking products with larger glass areas to maximise daylight.
As a result of this, sliding doors have revolutionised the industry, transforming how light flows through your home and how your family experiences daily life – and at Sandymount, we’ve seen countless homeowners discover just how dramatically sliding patio doors can change their living spaces.
What are sliding doors?
Sliding doors are large glass panels mounted on tracks that glide horizontally past one another to create an opening. Unlike traditional hinged doors or French doors that swing inward or outward, these door panels slide smoothly along concealed tracks, stacking neatly to one side or staged across your aperture.
This sliding door system delivers a clean, minimalist aesthetic made up of expansive glass and slim frames. Sliding doors create an almost uninterrupted wall of glass that brings the outside in, perfect for watching the sunrise with your coffee on the sofa, keeping an eye on the children whilst you cook tea, and enjoying seeing flocks of birds migrate through your area whilst you relax indoors.
How sliding doors transform your open-plan living space
Improve natural light flow
Perhaps the single most transformative quality of sliding glass doors is their ability to flood your home with natural light. The large glass panels and minimal frame obstruction mean maximum glass coverage, allowing sunshine to flow deep into your living space.
Aesthetics are one thing, but there are other important perks too. Natural light has profound effects on our physical and mental wellbeing. Studies consistently show that exposure to plenty of natural light improves mood, boosts productivity and regulates our circadian rhythms for better sleep quality. This is alongside the financial benefits, as you’ll be less dependent on artificial lighting, and benefit from the impressive thermal efficiency of aluminium.
When you invest in quality sliding doors, you’re actively benefiting the health and happiness of everyone who lives there. The amount of light these door systems introduce can genuinely transform darker open-plan spaces, making small rooms feel more spacious.
Adaptable space solutions
Open-plan living is all about flexibility, and sliding patio doors deliver this in spades. Need your kitchen-diner to flow seamlessly into the garden for a summer barbecue whilst you boomerang between your guests and the food prep? Slide the doors fully open. Want to create a cosy feel during winter whilst still enjoying garden views? Keep them closed. They can be used just as effectively both internally and externally.
The various configurations available mean you can choose door panels that stack where you need them, left, right or centre. This gives you complete control over floor space and how your living area functions day to day.
Views from the sofa
One of the most underappreciated benefits of sliding doors is how they frame your garden view. Origin’s range, installed by our team at Sandymount features frames of just 20mm, so you get an almost uninterrupted vista.
The connection to your outdoor space becomes constant rather than occasional. You’ll notice the changing seasons, watch birds visiting feeders and keep an eye on children playing, all from the comfort of your living room.
Origin’s premium aluminium frames are engineered to support large panes of glass, whilst maintaining structural integrity. The result? Breathtaking views that become a feature of your home.
Effortless operation
Origin’s specially designed mechanisms ensures these doors glide with incredible ease. The high-quality carriage system delivers smooth, dependable operation, even after years of daily use.
The concealed tracks blend beautifully into the door frame, creating a minimalist look whilst reducing the risk of fingers or toes getting caught, real peace of mind for families with young children.
For the ultimate seamless transition, the track can be recessed into the floor, creating a flush finish with zero trip hazard. This removes the physical and visual barrier between your living area and garden, making your home feel larger and more cohesive.
Design possibilities with Sandymount’s sliding door range
Origin Artisan Slider: minimalist perfection
We’re proud to offer the Origin Artisan Slider (OS-20), a structurally bonded system with ultra-slim 20mm sightlines that creates a near wall of glass effect. The Artisan Slider can accommodate individual panel sizes up to 2.2m wide and 3m tall, making it ideal for larger openings where you want maximum impact.
The bestselling Origin OS-29+
The Origin OS‑29+ is one of our bestsellers, combining ultra-slim 29mm sightlines with impressive versatility. This latest version also features flush stacking, where the sashes slide and neatly stack behind each other, creating a sleek, minimalist look when open. With high-performance glazing, it can achieve U‑values as low as 0.78 W/m²K, and the multi-point locking system ensures excellent security and peace of mind.
Origin Patio Slider: classic elegance
The Origin Patio Slider offers two sightline options: the OS-44 with 44mm frames and the OS-77 with 77mm frames. The OS-44 maximises glass coverage, whilst the OS-77 suits period properties particularly well, adding a rustic touch without sacrificing modern performance. Both variants come with up to 20-year guarantees on components.
Configuration options to suit your space
Whether you’re working with tight spaces or designing a grand opening, we can configure your sliding doors to suit. Options include two-door, three-door, four-door or six-door installations. Doors can be arranged to slide all the way left, all the way right, or staged intermittently.
Various colours for every home
Origin sliding patio doors are available in over 150 RAL shades. Whether you’re after sophisticated Anthracite Grey (7016M), dramatic Jet Black (9005M) or something more individual, you’ll find the perfect match for your home’s style. The high-grade powder coating delivers a flawless finish that remains pristine for up to 20 years.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between sliding doors and bifold doors?
Sliding doors feature panels that glide horizontally past one another on tracks, stacking to one side. Bifold doors concertina and fold back on themselves. Sliding patio doors typically offer slimmer sightlines and smoother operation for everyday use, whilst bifold doors can open wider across very large spans.
Are sliding doors energy efficient?
Absolutely. Origin’s sliding door systems feature polyamide thermal breaks, weathertight seals and double glazing that deliver impressive U-values as low as 1.4W/m2K on the Artisan Slider. This thermal efficiency keeps your home comfortable year-round whilst reducing heating bills.
Do sliding doors require lots of maintenance?
No, Origin sliding door types are refreshingly low maintenance. The premium aluminium frames won’t warp, flex or rot. Simply give them an occasional clean, keep the tracks clear and lubricate the locks periodically. It’s one of the best reasons to choose aluminium patio doors, especially compared with wooden alternatives.
Who are Sandymount Windows and Doors?
We’re a family-run company with years of experience providing homeowners and trade customers across Gloucestershire, North Wiltshire, Oxfordshire and the outskirts of Bristol with quality installations and exceptional customer service, upgrading thermal performance
At Sandymount, we offer an extensive product range including uPVC and aluminium windows, composite doors, French doors, bifold doors and premium sliding doors. We complete all our building and fitting in-house, backed by our FENSA, BFRC and CHAS accreditations.
We’re particularly proud to be approved partners of award-winning manufacturer Origin. Our team has completed Origin’s comprehensive product knowledge and installation training, so you’re in safe hands when you choose Origin products for your home improvement project.
Visit our Cirencester showroom
We have a showroom at our Cirencester office where you can browse our wide range, whether you’re after a set of doors, new windows, or an extension, and see the different styles available and get hands-on with the quality materials we use.
Get in touch with us today
Ready to transform your open-plan living space with stunning sliding patio doors? Call us on 01793 230684, email windowsanddoors@sandymount.co.uk or visit us at Unit 4, Sandpool Farm, Oaksey Rd, Cirencester, GL7 6EA.
Let’s create the open, light-filled home you’ve been dreaming of.
