One way people are amplifying their space without actually adding space is by having patio doors installed. Patio doors can provide unobstructed views and lots of light, which also add an illusion of a larger space.
In this article, we’ve put together a side-by-side comparison of Andersen and ProVia patio doors. We know choosing a vendor can be difficult but this article will provide you with educated insight into the options from two of the most prominent patio door manufacturers in the U.S.
Andersen has a 100+ year history in the windows and doors business. They provide excellent craftsmanship in their core product lines and offer more personalized products in their architectural window and door series.
ProVia is a family-owned, faith-based company focused on providing professional-class products. ProVia’s reputation is built around their attention to detail, making doors that are manufactured to last a lifetime.
Andersen offers 15 patio door options across six series.
Andersen's E-Series offers a more contemporary look with sleek lines and modern hardware options. The E-Series is available in a wider range of materials, including wood, fiberglass, and aluminum, and offers more color options as well.
The A-Series features a more traditional design with a wide range of customization options to match the architectural style of your home. The A-Series is also available in more wood species options, including pine, oak, and maple.
The "Big Doors" series by Andersen features large, high-performance doors available in a variety of materials, including aluminum, steel, fiberglass, and even wood. Additionally, these doors can be customized to fit a wide range of applications.
The Andersen 400 Series are available in a variety of styles, including hinged patio doors, sliding patio doors, and French doors. They are also available in a range of materials, including wood, vinyl, and fiberglass.
Andersen's 100 Series only features their gliding patio doors. However, do keep in mind that while the 100 Series Gliding Patio Door is their most affordable option, you often get what you pay for when it comes ti home improvement projects.
ProVia offers 5 patio door options across 5 series:
Endure
Endure patio doors are known for their durability, energy efficiency, and security features. They are available in a variety of styles, colors, and finishes to complement any home's design.
Aeris
Aeris doors are another line of high-quality entry doors made by ProVia. They are designed to be both beautiful and energy-efficient, with a variety of styles, colors, and finishes to choose from. Aeris doors feature a polyurethane foam core for added insulation, as well as a custom bottom sweep to prevent air and water infiltration. They are also available with a variety of hardware options, including handles, locks, and hinges.
Aspect
Aspect doors are another line of entry doors made by ProVia. They are known for their modern and sleek design, featuring clean lines and minimalist hardware. They are available in a variety of finishes, including woodgrain textures and smooth finishes, and can be customized with a range of hardware options. Like ProVia's other doors, Aspect doors are backed by a lifetime limited warranty.
ecoLite
The EcoLite sliding glass doors are one of ProVia's entry-level energy-efficient doors designed to help reduce energy consumption and lower utility bills. These doors are made to be sustainable with little to no maintenance for them needed.
E-Series
A-Series
Big Doors
*Not all options are available for all Big Doors products
400 Series & 200 Series
100 Series
Textures
Andersen patio doors vary in material and thus texture. Vinyl and aluminum doors have smooth textures. Vinyl can also be produced with a wood grain texture and natural wood doors have naturally occurring variations in grain, color, and texture.
Endure:
Aspect: Euro White, Beige, Sandstone
Aeris:
ProVia Textures
ProVia patio doors are made of vinyl material limiting the texture options. ProVia does note that the Designer Hinged Patio Door is available in the same textures as their Signet and Heritage fiberglass doors as well as their Legacy Woodgrain Textured or Smooth Steel doors.
E-Series
A-Series
Big Doors
400 Series
200 Series
100 Series
All ProVia doors are available in 2, 3, or 4-panel configurations and standard and custom sizes.
Blinds-Between-the-Glass
Internal blinds are available on:
Andersen also offers the System 3 design which involves mounting 5/8" blinds and pleated shades to an extruded aluminum storm panel and applying it to the interior of the sash. The removable storm panel is available in tan, gold, white, or optional wood-veneer.
Insect Screens
Andersen offers 8 insect screens for their patio doors.
Not all are available for each door and none are available for the pivot door (Weiland by Andersen).
These screens include:
Internal Grids
E-Series
A-Series
Big Doors
400 Series
200 Series
100 Series
Doggy Doors
Doggy doors are very fun and convenient features for our furry friends but they are not available on Andersen glass patio doors.
Blinds
Internal blinds are available in standard and custom sizes and come with a 10-year Limited Warranty. The blinds tilt, raise and lower with a fingertip slider. ProVia internal blinds are available in white only.
Screens
BetterVue fiberglass screen mesh is standard for Designer patio doors. Heavy-duty fiberglass, aluminum or SeeVue stainless steel screens are optional.
Internal Grids
Internal grids are available on all ProVia doors. Grids can be installed between Triple Glazed Glass or Double Glazed glass and are available as contoured or flat. ProVia offers 5 grid pattern options.
Doggy Doors
Doggy doors are very fun and convenient features for our furry friends but they are not available on ProVia glass patio doors.
Andersen
Andersen doors are all protected under Owner 2 Owner Limited Warranties.
ProVia
ProVia doors are also covered by limited warranties.
Lead-time is comparable for Andersen patio doors and ProVia patio doors. However, it's good to keep in mind that more exotic wood doors can sometimes take a bit longer.
Providing accurate pricing for doors is difficult because each company includes different factors in their base pricing.
To give you an idea of what pricing is for Andersen and ProVia doors we've provided pricing for an Andersen 200 Series gliding door and an Endura ProVia door below.
You'll notice that in this case, the Andersen option is less costly and they include hardware in their base price. ProVia's door is more expensive because applying paint to vinyl is a complicated and time-consuming process.
*Please keep in mind the prices shown in these quotes are from 2018, and will have some price changes as of today.
Both Andersen and ProVia's product lines are full of variability.
If you are looking to purchase patio doors for your home both of these brands would certainly have something that will match your vision. Of course, these aren't the only brands manufacturing patio doors so there's plenty more to explore.
We hope this comparison gives you a good idea of how these brands differ and what options you can look for in other brands.
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