Doors and windows are the most important aspect going into your new home or remodel; they are responsible for air flow, natural light, and the transition from indoor to outdoor living spaces. Your choice of door can transform and modernize your home and create a life of luxury. Choosing a new door to replace your outdated patio doors can be difficult. With the many styles and options available, we know it can be intimidating and stressful navigating the world of patio doors! Continue reading to learn more about the styles and options available, and to find the right patio door for your home design project.

Bi-Fold Patio Doors

Bi-Fold Patio Doors are glass doors which fold away accordion style and neatly stack together. With Bi-Fold Doors, you can open entire walls to the outdoors and blur the line between where the living space ends and the view begins. Folding door systems are perfect for those who want to maximize their view and don’t have the space for pocketing doors. Bi-Folds have a unique look that will add instant luxury to your home.

Multi-Slide Patio Doors

Multi-Slide Patio Doors are glass doors which slide open smoothly and stack together. If space allows, the doors can pocket into a wall and completely disappear, leaving a wide-open space in their wake. Multi-Slides have a sleek and modern look and will let an abundance of natural light into your home. If simplicity and innovation is what you seek, investing in automation of your sliding door system is a smart option.

Lift and Slide Patio Doors

Lift and Slide Patio Doors are glass doors which require the rotation of a lever, which lifts the doors and allows for effortless sliding and stacking of panels. Lift and Slides can also pocket into the wall and create the perfect transition from indoors to outdoors. The technology of Lift and Slides has been around for a long time and provides a more classic option while maintaining a similar function and look to Multi-Slides.

French Swing Patio Doors

French Swing Patio Doors are simply your classic and timeless French doors that meet at the middle and swing open and closed. These beauties have an in swing and out swing option and are a great choice for a project with narrow wall space. What you lack in width can be compensated for in height—pictured above are 12-foot French doors that exude luxury and class.

AG Millworks offers many customizable options for Bi-Folds, Multi-Slides, Lift and Slides, and French Swing Doors to fulfill everyone’s design needs. Doors are available in all-wood or aluminum clad/wood. Wood can be painted or stained—whether you want a dramatic stained interior, or a crisp white cottage feel, AG Millworks has the interior wood species that’s right for you. We’ll even make your door with different wood species on inside and outside surfaces! Aluminum clad/wood doors are available in 5 standard colors, with optional custom colors. To learn more about design features, please see the individual product pages here.

A modern home blurs the line between indoor and outdoor living spaces with luxurious wood* AG Millworks Bi-Fold Doors.

The home owners dreamed of creating a smooth transition from their indoor living space to their outdoor patio and pool area. Their dreams came true when they replaced walls with AG's Bi-Fold Patio Doors and Zero Corner Bi-Fold Unit.

*Accoya Solid Wood doors have a 5 year warranty with no overhang required.

*Warranty on all other species of (1 year) wood doors is overhang-dependent.

AG's Zero Corner Bi-Fold Unit is a combination of two sets of Bi-Fold Doors which meet at the 90-degree corner when closed. When opened, doors fold away and provide a clear view with no obstructions.

When weather permits, doors are folded open, expanding the living spaces and opening the entirety of the home to the outdoors.

On the interior, the luxurious wood of the Bi-Folds brings warmth to the modern and contemporary design. The large Bi-Fold Doors offer an expansive view of the impressive pool and greenery and let in plenty of natural light!

The project is complete with an AG Millworks Lift and Slide Door which creates an effortless connection of the master bedroom to the outdoor entertainment area!

The homeowners love their new AG Millworks Patio Doors and the indoor-outdoor vibes that they provide. The natural light, air flow, and aesthetic appeal are benefits that the homeowners will enjoy for years to come.

A Spanish style home enjoys a luxurious, resort-style entertainment space with AG Millworks Big Daylight Bi-Fold Doors.

In search of a solution to connect their indoor living space to their outdoor patio, pool, and lounge area, a Santa Barbara County family opted for two AG Millworks Big Daylight Bi-Fold Door Systems.

The owner of this home desired plenty of natural light and the ability to eliminate entire walls. With door panel sizes as large as 4’ wide and 13’ tall, Big Daylight Bi-Folds allow maximum light to flow into this home.

When warm weather arrives, the Big Daylight Doors can be folded away, creating a perfect transition from indoors to outdoors. French Doors on the pool house continue the Spanish villa theme throughout the property, below.

The cozy pool house, which opens to a private patio, offers maximum indoor-outdoor entertainment space and views of the main house and luxurious pool.

Our handcrafted, custom made doors were the obvious choice for a job of this caliber. The owners were thrilled with the outcome of this project and love their AG Millworks Big Daylight Bi-Folds! To learn more about our Bi-Fold Door Systems, click here.

If you already have a pool house, you know how useful and convenient they are. If you don’t have one and have space for one, you should highly consider adding one to your home. A smart investment on a pool house will allow you to reap the benefits for years to come.

1. Additional Entertainment Space

A pool house will provide additional entertainment space for family and guests. When having a party or barbecue, the pool house can provide more indoor seating and a spot for guests to mingle.

2. Space for Kids

With a pool house comes the benefit of having a space for your kids to hang out. During the summertime this can be a place for kids to use the bathroom or dry off and change out of their swim suits, so they aren’t walking through the house soaking wet and leaving puddles of water in their wake. Towels, sunscreen, and pool toys can all be stored in the pool house for easy access.

3. Extra Kitchen and Bar

Having a pool house kitchen and bar is great for your entertainment needs. You can store snacks and refreshments here for guests to enjoy. The Bi-Fold Windows featured on this pool house create a "passthrough" window—perfect for parties and events which require a bartender!

4. Outdoor Dining

A pool house with the proper features can also provide an additional dining space. Add a bar counter beneath your Bi-Fold Window System, creating a "passthrough" window and breakfast bar.

Your new pool house isn’t complete without Bi-Fold Patio Doors creating the ultimate transition from your indoor to outdoor entertainment space. You could also choose Multi-Slide, Lift and Slide, or French Swing Patio Doors to achieve your alfresco living dreams!

We are excited and proud to announce our new product: The Energy Solutions Euro Clad Bi-Fold Patio Door! This product is the ultimate solution to your prescriptive energy needs. Opting for our Energy Solutions Bi-Fold can save you money and help you live an eco-friendly life!

Our Energy Solutions Bi-Fold is NFRC rated and Title 24 prescriptive compliant, with outstanding energy performance ratings—it has a U-Factor of 0.30 and a Solar Heat Gain Coefficient of 0.19*. This means that your Bi-Fold Door System can keep heat in during the winter and resist unwanted heat gain during the summer.  Its Euro-Slim stiles and rails, 2 ¼” thick panels, and a minimum 5 5/8” jamb contribute to the overall energy efficiency of the product. Source: NFRC.org

*When Solarban 70 with Argon Gas or Cardinal LoE 366 with Argon Gas are selected.

Because this door is energy efficient, homeowners with the Energy Solutions Euro-Clad Bi-Fold can save money on heating and cooling bills. Additionally, energy efficient doors raise a home’s value, and increase appeal to potential buyers.

Any AG Millworks Bi-Fold sill option may be used with the Energy Solutions Bi-Fold, including the Raised Aluminum Sill, the Ultra Guide Track System, and the ADA Compliant Ultra Guide. This product also has various glass options including Cardinal, Solarban, Guardian, and more.

To learn more about the Energy Solutions Euro Clad Bi-Fold’s options and features, please see our new product page here.

A ranch style guest house enjoys maximum entertainment space with an AG Millworks Window-Door Combination.

In search of a solution to connect their charming guest house to the beautifully crafted pool and patio space, the owners of this home opted for a window-door combination.

The Bi-Fold Window Unit opens to the outdoor kitchen and entertainment area and creates a passthrough window with additional dining space at the counter.

On this Window-Door System, the window locks to the counter and head jamb, and the door and window lock together without additional framing to impede the view.

The project is complete with AG’s Multi-Slide Door Unit, shown at right elevation of the guest house, expanding the space further. The owners were ecstatic with the outcome—the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience they can enjoy for years to come!

Request a quote now for the Window-Door Combination of your dreams!

Let the outdoors in when Mother Nature is warm and happy, and keep the outdoors out when she’s cold and angry. The best way to achieve an indoor-outdoor living experience without ever going outside, is with the addition of large glass patio doors. Aluminum Clad Multi-Slides, Bi-folds and French doors provide maintenance-free exteriors and warm wood interiors to protect your family against bad weather. There’s no reason not to enjoy the outdoors just because it is raining, snowing, or chilly or super-hot outside. Here is why AG Millworks patio doors are the perfect solution to your wet-winter entertaining.

Aluminum Clad Multi-Slide Doors

Nothing beats the warm feeling of the sun on your face, but with a cold winter breeze it tends to be less enjoyable. Wouldn’t it be nice to revel in the sun inside the comfort of your home? Now you can! The edition of a Multi-Slide patio door will have you basking in the sun without being outdoors. With panel sizes that can reach 5” wide and 9” tall, the impression that you’re outside is remarkable. Add a portable fireplace at night and open up a wall by sliding each panel into pockets or stack them in front of each other on one side of the opening. The warmth from the fire and the wood interiors will give you a sense of being on private winter getaway without ever leaving your home.

Aluminum Clad Bi-Fold Doors

There is something so satisfying about walking into your home and being welcomed by your entire backyard and view without even having to open the back door, especially during winter. With expansive glass panels, Bi-Fold patio doors are one of the most innovative and aesthetically-pleasing additions you can make to your home. Create a pleasing balance with the addition of greenery to your “indoor-outdoor” living room. You’ll create a sense of being outside, without actually enduring the harsh weather. If you’re feeling the need for fresh air, the accordion-style doors opening against one side, and the optional retractable screen will allow you to let in a bit of fresh spring air!

Aluminum Clad French Doors

If you want to keep the look and the feel of your home more on the traditional side, French swinging patio doors might be the right option for you! Not only do they bring a timeless elegance to any room, they still provide you with larger glass panels to enjoy the outdoors from inside. String patio lights throughout your indoor-outdoor living space to create twinkling outdoor ambiance. Classic out-swing French doors provide the ease of throwing open your patio doors when the weather is nice and maintaining that traditional style.

AG Millworks can help you transform your home to allow you to fully enjoy the outdoors without ever stepping a foot outside. Choose AG Millworks aluminum clad Multi-Slide, Bi-Fold, and French Swinging patio doors available in 18 premium wood species on the interior, and five standard clad color options or custom color matching on the exterior. Simply click Request A Quote to get started on your home transformation!

AG Millworks has been named an Owler “HOT in 2016” winner in Ventura County.

Owler recognizes the top trending companies in cities around the world. They filtered through more than 15 million companies and picked 4,500 award winners across 600 cities worldwide.

Recipients were chosen based on several different metrics, including number of followers on Owler, insights collected from our community, social media followers, and blog posts over the past year.

“We’ve sorted through the database of millions of contributions from our community and landed on the top trending companies from around the world,” said Jim Fowler, CEO at Owler. “Being Hot In 2016 is an accomplishment to be proud of.”

AG Millworks, located in Ventura, California and established in 1986 is celebrating more than 30 years of excellence and leadership in the design and manufacture of custom aluminum clad bi-fold, multi-slide, lift and slide, pocketing and swinging patio doors as well as innovative custom entry door systems.

To see AG Millworks company profile on Owler, go to https://www.owler.com/agmillworks

It’s In the Name!

Our newest sill is the perfect solution for your sliding door; hence the name “SILLution”! Available in Clear Anodized and Bronze Anodized finishes, the heavy duty extruded aluminum makes for super-smooth operation and easy upkeep. The SILLution provides a flat and smooth surface so your Lift & Slide or Multi-Side patio doors glide with ease. Its superior design drives water through weep holes on the surface of the sill so it can escape through strategically placed exit gates* at the front.

With no raised tracks to trip over and no unsightly snap-on track covers, this is the ultimate SILLution to your patio door needs. Exclusively from AG Millworks.

To learn more about the SILLution, check out our Product Innovation page!

*Sill pan, by others, is required.

Ensure that your new threshold is ready for your  Lift and Slides and Multi-Slide Patio Door Systems by finding out more information on our Products Innovation page. At AG Millworks, we can help you create the perfect indoor-outdoor living areas with beautiful Bi-Fold Patio Doors, Entry Doors, or Custom Windows. Contact the professionals at AG Millworks to learn more by simply clicking the Request a Quote button to get started.

Redesign your entryway to make a bold statement and impress your guests.Your entryway is the window to the rest of your home. It’s where first impressions are made, and it sets the tone for the entire design of your home! Give your home’s entrance the attention it deserves when it comes to your home décor! Here are a few tips to help you create that “wow” factor in your entryway.

Add a Little Color.

Don’t underestimate the power of color! It can make a huge impact when it comes to designing your home, especially in your entryway. Even a little pop of color can help to make a lasting impression. Go big and paint the walls red, or make a subtler statement and choose the perfect accent pieces. Warmer colors like red and orange create a welcoming feel, while blue and green make your space feel more relaxed and tranquil.

Use Texture to Your Advantage.

Jazz up your entryway by adding drywall texture, artwork, picture frames, or even decorative mirrors to bring the walls to life. Mirrors are especially unique because they enhance the lighting of a space, and make the area seem larger.

Lighting is Everything.

A dark entry way is uninviting, and can even make your entrance look smaller. By installing a few extra windows or choosing a door that lets in plenty of light, your home’s entrance can welcome guests with a warm, and inviting tone.  The more natural light, the bigger and brighter your entry way will appear! For more lighting, even after dark, add a beautiful chandelier, a simple pendant lamp, or, for tighter spaces, recessed lighting. The brighter the better when it comes to making an impression.

Brighten up your entryway with the right entry doors to enhance your home’s aesthetics. AG Millworks can help you create the perfect indoor-outdoor living areas. Contact the professionals at AG Millworks to learn more by simply clicking the Request a Quote button to get started!