Retractable Glass Walls – Folding, Stacking & Pocketing Glass Door Panels

Have you ever wondered about retractable glass wall for your home? There are many benefits for adding them to your house. They create breathtaking views to the outdoors, increase natural light and airflow. By removing physical and visual barriers of standard fixed walls and windows, you can finally be in tune with nature.

One of the pioneering companies for these window walls is NanaWalls. There are also companies such as LaCantina doors and Sierra Pacific which provide wonderful products with durable finishes and good price.

Important to Consider:

There are some things to consider when deciding if sliding glass wall is for you:

• When you open up the wall, the panels have to go somewhere. Typically a full stack of doors either extend out into the exterior space or stand parallel to the plane of the door opening. So you have to keep that in mind when planning your retractable glass wall.
• It takes some physical effort to move these panels around.
• Whenever the doors are open, you have to be ready for nature to find its way through the opening. Which means small amounts of bugs, leaves, dust and wind will find their way into your home.
• You do have the option of screening, however since the openings are large, it can be challenging and expensive.
• To have such a wide opening, your header size has to be increased for structural strength, which is another expense.

Cost Comparison

• The cost of retractable glass walls can vary greatly, but on average the price is about $1,000 - $2,000 per lineal foot.
• French doors are around half of that cost and pocket doors and sliding doors are even less.
• Screening can easily range from $3,000 - $5,000.
• For a 12 foot wide opening, expect a minimum cost of $12,000 for a retractable window wall, whereas French doors are $5,500 and sliding doors are $4,500.

One thing is for sure, everybody who opts to get this addition made to their house, absolutely loves it. If you’re exploring the idea of turning your wall into an opening, see if French doors or sliding doors meet your needs and budget.