Aluminium Pocket Sliding Doors
SGL manufactures aluminium pocket sliding doors for villas, extensions, apartments, hotels, resorts, showrooms and modern commercial interiors. The system can be configured for exterior patio openings, garden-facing living rooms, internal room dividers, hotel suites and architectural projects where a standard sliding door would leave too much visible panel in the opening.
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What Is An Aluminium Pocket Sliding Door?
An aluminium pocket sliding door is a sliding door system where the track continues into a wall cavity. The panel slides along the track and moves into that hidden pocket when open. This is different from a standard sliding door, where one panel usually remains visible behind another fixed panel.
The pocket can be on one side, both sides or part of a larger multi-panel layout. The important point is that the wall cavity must be planned before installation. A pocket sliding door is not only a door product; it is a door and wall system that needs enough depth, width and access for the hidden track and panel.
Why Choose Pocket Sliding Doors?
Pocket sliding doors are chosen when the project needs a cleaner opening than a normal slider can provide. They are useful for indoor-outdoor living, open-plan interiors, garden rooms, luxury villa openings, hotel suites and spaces where the panel should not remain visible when the door is open.
A standard sliding door is simpler and often more cost-effective. A pocket sliding door is more architectural. It needs more planning, but it can create a much stronger design effect.
Best Applications
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Modern villa patio openings
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Garden rooms and house extensions
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Open-plan living and dining spaces
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Hotel suites and resort rooms
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Luxury apartment terraces
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Interior room dividers
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Showrooms and boutique commercial interiors
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Projects requiring a clean hidden-panel opening
They are especially useful in new-build and major renovation projects where the wall cavity can be designed from the beginning. For small retrofits, pocket doors may be difficult unless the wall can be rebuilt or extended.
Key Advantages
Door Panels Disappear From View
The main advantage is visual. When open, the sliding panel moves into the wall cavity, leaving the opening cleaner and less obstructed than a standard sliding door.
Wider Clear Opening
Because the moving panel does not sit in front of a fixed panel, the clear opening can feel much larger. This helps create a stronger connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Minimal Architectural Appearance
Pocket sliding doors work well with modern homes, slim frame systems, hidden tracks and clean wall finishes. They are often specified when the door should support the architecture rather than dominate it.
Space Saving Without Swing Clearance
Like other sliding doors, pocket doors do not need swing space. Unlike a hinged door, they do not interfere with furniture, walkways or outdoor seating.
Flexible Interior Or Exterior Use
Pocket systems can be used inside the building as room dividers or outside as patio and garden doors. Exterior systems need more careful weather sealing, drainage and threshold review.
Premium Project Value
For villas, hotels and high-end residential projects, a pocket sliding door can make the opening feel larger and more luxurious. It is often chosen for design impact as much as daily function.
Ordering Process
1. Send Wall Opening And Pocket Space
Send total opening size, desired clear opening, available pocket width, wall depth and whether the door pockets to the left, right or both sides.
2. Confirm Interior Or Exterior Use
Exterior pocket doors need sealing, drainage, weather-resistant finishes and suitable glass. Interior pocket doors usually focus on space saving, privacy and appearance.
3. Review Glass, Track And Hardware
SGL reviews glass type, panel size, track layout, roller capacity, recessed handle, lock and soft-close option. Handle clearance is important for full pocketing.
4. Approve Drawings
For project orders, SGL can provide drawings showing panel travel, pocket direction, track length, frame section, glass and hardware. Buyers should approve these with the builder or architect.
5. Production And Export Packing
Finished doors are checked for dimensions, frame finish, glass condition, track compatibility and packing protection. Pocket systems may need careful labeling so site installers match each panel and track section correctly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are aluminium pocket sliding doors?
A: Aluminium pocket sliding doors are sliding door systems where the panels move into a concealed wall cavity when open. This allows the door to disappear from view and creates a cleaner opening.
Q: Are pocket sliding doors different from standard sliding doors?
A: Yes. Standard sliding doors usually leave one panel visible behind another panel. Pocket sliding doors continue into a wall cavity, so the moving panel can be hidden when open.
Q: Are aluminium pocket doors suitable for exterior patios?
A: Yes, they can be used for exterior patio openings, but drainage, threshold, sealing, wall cavity and installation must be planned carefully.
Q: Can pocket sliding doors be used indoors?
A: Yes. Interior aluminium pocket doors are useful for room dividers, offices, hotel suites, wardrobes and compact spaces where a swing door would take too much room.
Q: Do pocket sliding doors need special wall construction?
A: Yes. The wall must include a suitable cavity or pocket for the panel and track. This is easiest in new-build or major renovation projects.
Q: Can pocket doors use double glazing?
A: Yes. Double glazing, Low-E glass, laminated glass, acoustic glass, tinted glass and frosted glass can be reviewed depending on the selected profile and project requirements.
Q: What information is needed for a quotation?
A: Send opening size, pocket direction, available wall cavity, panel layout, glass type, frame colour, handle preference, interior or exterior use, destination country and drawings if available.
Project Case Studies
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Pocket Door Planning Requirements
| Requirement | Why it matters | SGL review note |
|---|---|---|
| Wall cavity width | The panel needs enough space to disappear into the wall. | Confirm panel width and pocket depth before quotation. |
| Wall structure | The wall must support the pocket frame and track. | Coordinate with architect, builder or installer. |
| Track extension | The sliding track continues into the hidden pocket. | Track length must match panel travel. |
| Service access | Rollers and hardware may need future maintenance access. | Avoid sealing critical hardware where it cannot be reached. |
| Drainage | Exterior pocket doors must manage water at the sill and pocket area. | Review drainage path before production. |
| Handle clearance | Flush pulls or recessed handles may be needed. | Standard handles may block full pocketing. |
| Screen design | Screens are harder to integrate with hidden-pocket layouts. | Confirm screen need early. |
Configuration Options
| Option area | Available choices | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Layout | Single pocket, double pocket, fixed-plus-pocket, multi-panel by review | Choose based on opening and wall cavity. |
| Use | Exterior patio door, internal room divider, hotel suite, showroom partition | Interior and exterior requirements differ. |
| Frame system | Standard aluminium, slimline aluminium, thermal break by review | Match climate, design and budget. |
| Glass | Tempered, laminated, Low-E, double glazed, acoustic, tinted, frosted | Glass choice depends on safety, privacy and climate. |
| Hardware | Rollers, recessed pull, flush handle, lock, soft close by review | Hardware must allow the panel to enter the pocket. |
| Threshold | Standard track, low threshold, recessed threshold by review | Exterior thresholds require weather detailing. |
| Finish | Powder coating, anodizing, fluorocarbon coating, custom RAL | Dark slim frames are common for modern projects. |
| Pocket treatment | Concealed cover, removable access panel, finished wall cavity by project | Coordinate with site construction. |
Recommended Specifications By Project Type
| Project type | Recommended direction | Why it works |
|---|---|---|
| Modern villa | Large glass pocket panels, slim frame, recessed handle, Low-E glass | Creates a seamless indoor-outdoor opening. |
| House extension | Single pocket or double pocket layout, flush track by review | Opens the extension to the garden cleanly. |
| Hotel suite | Acoustic or laminated glass, smooth rollers, refined hardware | Supports comfort and premium room design. |
| Interior room divider | Frosted or clear glass, slim aluminium frame, soft-close by review | Saves space and keeps rooms flexible. |
| Showroom | Full glass pocket door, minimal frame, concealed track | Keeps display spaces open and adaptable. |
| Coastal project | Upgraded coating, drainage review, corrosion-resistant hardware by review | Handles weather exposure and salt air. |
Product Parameters
| Parameter | Specification / Options |
|---|---|
| Product name | Aluminium Pocket Sliding Doors |
| Manufacturer | SGL Doors & Windows |
| Material | 6063-T5/T6 aluminium alloy or project-specified pocket sliding profile |
| Door type | Exterior pocket sliding, internal pocket sliding, patio pocket, room divider by review |
| Opening method | Sliding panel moves into concealed wall cavity |
| Glass options | Tempered, laminated, Low-E, double glazed, acoustic, tinted, frosted |
| Track options | Extended track into pocket, two-track or multi-track by project layout |
| Hardware | Rollers, lock, recessed pull, flush handle, soft-close by review |
| Surface treatment | Powder coating, anodizing, fluorocarbon coating, custom RAL |
| Colour | Black, white, grey, bronze, champagne, silver, custom RAL |
| Application | Villas, extensions, hotels, apartments, interiors, patios, showrooms and commercial spaces |
| Production cycle | Usually 25-45 days after drawing approval and deposit confirmation; pocket systems may require longer coordination |
Specification Notes
Pocket sliding doors should be discussed early in the design stage. The pocket space, track route, wall thickness, structural support, drainage and maintenance access all affect whether the system is practical. If these items are not planned, the door may not fully disappear or may become difficult to maintain after installation.
For exterior pocket doors, water management is especially important. The sill, drainage channel and pocket area should be detailed with the builder or installer. For interior pocket doors, the focus is usually wall depth, soft closing, handle type and finished wall appearance.
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