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Sliding Door Heat Control: Recommended Solutions and Costs in London

Introduction

Thank you for taking the time to talk with me about your project. Based on our conversation, I’ve put together this report to reflect what matters most to you. Inside, you’ll find examples of the systems we discussed, how they would work in your space, and what you can realistically expect in terms of performance and cost.

When you’re ready, you can book a TEAMS call with me and I’ll walk you through everything step by step.

1. Your Key Area

  • 3 panel Sliding Doors 5660mm wide x 2490mm Anthracite Grey framework

2. Your Key Priorities

  • Priority 1: Summer Heat Gain Reduction
  • Priority 2: Glare Reduction.
  • External Electric Zipped Screen
  • Electric Fabric Retractable Awnings
  • External Fabric Retractable Pergola
  • Internal Somfy Powered Battery Powered Blinds
  • External 3M Prestige Series Solar Films

Harmonia XL Electric Zipped Screen

  • <6m wide x <3m high
  • Stops heat before it enters the sliding doors – between 88% – 93% heat gain reduction achievable.
  • Tensioned shading system with no visible cords over the glazing.
  • Dimensionally stable fabrics that deliver on performance and aesthetics
  • Constructed from corrosion‑resistant, extruded aluminium
  • Wind resistance: Up to 31mph (approx. 50 km/h) Beaufort Force 6 (strong breeze).
  • Built in Headbox upgrade for concealment (bottom bar disapears)
  • 5-year component, Somfy motor and fabric warranty
Modern building with a grey external fabric screens partially covering a large ground-floor window.
Zipped Harmonia XL Screen offers exceptional heat rejection
Harmonia XL Screen available up to 6m wide

Electric Retractable Awnings

‘Sol-Edge’ End Fix Awning

  • Up to 6m wide
  • Up to 3.1m projection
  • Dickson Solar Fabrics Fabrics For Electric Awnings Systems – WindowTreat
  • 5 year Somfy motor, fabric & structural components warranty
  • LED Lighting and Awning Heater upgrades
  • Available in White, Black & Anthracite Grey as standard hardware

‘Sol-Pro’ End Fix Awning

  • Up to 6m wide
  • Up to 4.1m projection
  • Dickson Solar Fabrics Fabrics For Electric Awnings Systems – WindowTreat
  • 5 year Somfy motor, fabric & structural components warranty
  • LED Lighting and Awning Heater upgrades
  • Available in White, Black & Anthracite Grey as standard hardware
Sol-Pro is an end fix awning up to 6m wide and 4.1m projection
Sol-Pro is an end fix awning up to 6m wide and 4.1m projection

‘Sol-Elite’ Multi-Fix Awning

  • Up to 6m wide
  • Up to 4.1m projection
  • Dickson Solar Fabrics Fabrics For Electric Awnings Systems – WindowTreat
  • 5 year Somfy motor, fabric & structural components warranty
  • LED Lighting and Awning Heater upgrades
  • Available in Anthracite Grey as standard hardware
  • Optional upgrade 1.2m Electric Drop Down Valance
Sol-Elite multi-fix retractable awning with electric drop-down valance, mounted above glass façade for dynamic sun control.
Sol-Elite retractable awning with multi-fix brackets and 1.2m electric drop-down valance, delivering flexible shade over sliding doors

Perseus Electric Retractable Fabric Roof Pergola

  • Up to 6m wide
  • Up to 5m projection
  • Wind and water resistant thanks to ZIP-screen technology.
  • Optional water-repellent wall connection.
  • Integrated drainage through the supporting posts (standard 2.4m high)
  • Fitted with Somfy Sunea io motor
  • LED Lighting Options
  • Dickson Solar Fabrics https://windowtreat.co.uk/fabrics-for-electric-awnings-systems/
Perseus Electric Fabric Roof Pergola
Modern outdoor patio with green awning, cushioned seating, brick wall with climbing plants, and poolside view.
Drainage posts and zipped fabric technology on Electric Perseus Retractable Pergola

Internal Electric Blinds

  • Somfy Powered Battery & Mains Powered options
  • Powder Coated Aluminium Fascia or Cassette Options
  • Blindspace Hardware Concealment Available During 1st Fix
  • Wide Blinds using ZoomTech Deflect Zero Engineering
  • Dimensionally Stable Performance Fabrics
Modern bathroom with a wide roller blind covering horizontal windows, enabled by ZoomTech engineering from Betamech.
Wide blind technology. 5m wide blinds fitting in 80mm cassette or S100 Blindspace boxes

External 3M Prestige Solar Films

  • 5 Solar Films in this exterior range.
  • Solar Heat Gain Reduction between 21% and 66%.
  • Spectrally selective to remove near infraredud heat (the uncomfortable heat)
  • No Added Reflectivity to the glass
  • No Metals that can corrode
  • 10-year 3M backed warranty with 20 year lifetime expectancy.
  • Wide width avoiding joins up to 1820mm
3M Prestige 70 Exterior to Mark’s Large Sliding doors
Architecturally designed home with large windows treated using 3M Prestige 40 EXT to reduce solar heat gain.
This modern home cured of excessive heat gain with 3M Prestige 40 EXT, rejecting 59 percent of solar gain.

4. Costs

Based on the sizing of the sliding doors, chosen systems and preferred fabrics. Costs can be subject to survey

  • Harmonia XL External Screen <5750mm x <3000mm £ 4960 inclusive of VAT. Built in Headbox upgrade £550 inclusive of VAT
  • Electric Retractable Awnings <6000mm wide. Sol-Edge with 3.1m projection £ 4700. Sol-Pro with 4.1m projection £6,480 inclusive of VAT and Sol-Elite with 4.1m projection and 1.2m electric drop down valance £ 8,890 inclusive of VAT
  • Electric Perseus Pergola from £9,980 inclusive of VAT
  • Internal Electric blinds from £1,500 to £4975 inclusive of VAT depending on sizes, technology and finishes
  • Manufacturing Survey £650 inclusive of VAT
  • Installation Labour team per day £1250 (allow one day)
  • Somfy Tahoma Hub / App Free Gift From WindowTreat
  • Sun / Wind Sensor £190
  • 3M External Prestige Exterior Film £ 2,950 inclusive of VAT fully installed

Marketing Scheme Discount

  • £300 discount

You have the option to take part in our marketing scheme. In return for the discount, we ask for a video conversation with Steve, our General Manager, along with multiple photos or videos (sent via We Transfer) of your finished installation that we can use for marketing.

This helps future customers understand our solutions and gives Steve valuable insight into how we can continue to improve our service. Your feedback plays a real part in shaping the experience for the next homeowner.

Next Steps

You now have a clear understanding of the right systems and investement costs. The next step is yours.

You are welcome to join me on a TEAMS video call. I can take you through this solution in more detail, answer your questions, address any concerns and potentially look at alternative options if need be.

Available times are shown in my diary at the end of this article.

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Author: Chris Gargett, Co-Founder - Director of Solutions & Operations
Chris Gargett

Chris is the lead technical specialist who personally guides homeowners from initial consultation to final installation, ensuring every shading solution seamlessly integrates with the architecture to preserve your dream home.

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