Frequently Asked Questions

GLIDE utilizes 10mm (3/8") clear tempered safety glass for durability, safety, and exceptional clarity.

Panels can open from one end, both ends, or in a bi-parting configuration depending on the project requirements.

GLIDE is designed for a wide range of residential, hospitality, commercial, and architectural applications. Common uses include patio enclosures, restaurant patios, room dividers, partitions, and other spaces where flexibility, visibility, and usability are important.

Yes. GLIDE is available in multiple track configurations, opening styles, panel sizes, and finish options, allowing it to be customized to suit the specific requirements of virtually any project.

Fewer panels generally reduce system cost but limit the amount of open space available. Additional panels increase the openable width and flexibility of the system while increasing overall project cost.

For proper installation and long-term operation, the bottom sill must be installed level within 2mm (1/16"). Adjustable shimming solutions are available to help accommodate site conditions when required.

A typical 12' x 8' GLIDE system can often be installed in approximately 4 hours by an experienced crew. Well-prepared, square openings may reduce installation time to as little as 2–3 hours.

Most GLIDE systems are delivered within approximately 6–8 weeks, depending on project requirements, finishes, and production schedules.

Yes. GLIDE is frequently used in restaurants, hospitality environments, commercial patios, and other projects where creating a more usable and adaptable outdoor environment is important.

GLIDE is engineered for a service life exceeding 30 years when properly installed and maintained, providing long-term value and dependable performance.

Yes. The frameless design and durable materials make GLIDE easy to clean and maintain. Routine cleaning and occasional inspection of moving components are typically all that is required to keep the system operating smoothly.

Yes. By helping reduce exposure to wind, rain, dust, and other environmental conditions, GLIDE can help protect outdoor furniture, finishes, and other investments while extending their lifespan.

The system's transparent weather seals help reduce unwanted airflow and environmental intrusion, contributing to improved comfort and helping reduce heating and cooling loss compared to an unenclosed space.