Sliding Doors

Our sliding patio door hardware range offers an effective way to secure your 

The Pembroke range is ERA's flagship patio door handle, available in standard and extended lever formats and designed to provide smooth, comfortable operation with a quality of finish that complements the overall aesthetic of the door and surrounding space.

ERA Decorative patio handles extend the range further, offering a more distinctive visual option for installations where the handle is a design feature as well as a functional component.

Rollers and accessories are the third element of any complete sliding door specification and among the most practically important.

Sliding door rollers are the components that support the weight of the door panel and allow it to travel smoothly along the track — and like any mechanical component under continuous load, they wear over time.

ERA stocks sliding door rollers and a range of compatible accessories for both new installations and replacement applications, ensuring installers can source the right roller for the door they're working with and restore smooth, reliable operation where wear has set in.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sliding door hardware does ERA stock?

ERA stocks a comprehensive range of sliding patio door hardware including multi-point patio door locks, lock and keep sets, locking and non-locking patio door handles, sliding door rollers and accessories.

The range covers both new installation requirements and replacement applications, making ERA a practical single-source supplier for trade installers working on sliding patio door projects across residential and light commercial settings.

Why is security particularly important on sliding patio doors?

Sliding patio doors are one of the most commonly targeted points of entry by opportunist burglars, primarily because they are typically located at the rear of a property out of direct view from the street, and because a poorly specified or worn locking system can be compromised with relatively little effort.

Unlike a hinged front door that is secured at multiple points by a multi-point lock engaging into a fixed rebated frame, a sliding door relies on the locking hardware to resist lateral and lifting forces applied to the door panel.

Specifying a robust, multi-point hook locking system — rather than a basic single-point lock — significantly increases the resistance of the door to forced entry and gives homeowners genuine confidence in the security of their rear access.

What is a patio door lock and keep and why are they needed together?

A patio door lock is the mechanism fitted within the door panel that drives locking bolts or hooks into the door frame when operated.

A keep — sometimes called a striker plate — is the corresponding component fitted into the door frame that receives the locking bolts or hooks when the door is locked.

Both components must be correctly matched and aligned for the lock to function properly and provide the intended level of security.

What is ERA's Standard 6 Hook Patio Door Lock?

ERA's Standard 6 Hook Patio Door Lock is a multi-point hook locking mechanism that engages at six points simultaneously along the height of the sliding door panel when operated.

The multiple hook engagement distributes the locking force across the full height of the door, making it significantly harder to force the door open compared to a single-point lock.

It is available in options to suit the most common patio door frame configurations and is suitable for both new installations and replacement of worn or failed existing locks on sliding patio doors.

What is bi-directional locking on a patio door?

Bi-directional locking refers to the ability to fully lock a sliding patio door from both inside and outside the property.

On a standard patio door lock, the door can typically be locked from the inside using the handle mechanism, but full deadlocking from the outside requires a key.

A bi-directional lock provides this key-operated external locking as well as the internal locking function, ensuring the door is fully secured regardless of which side of the door the occupant is on when they leave or return.

ERA stocks patio door locks with bi-directional locking capability for installations where this level of security is required.

What patio door handles does ERA offer?

ERA's sliding patio door handle range includes both locking and non-locking options to suit different installation configurations. The Pembroke range of patio door handle is available in standard and extended lever formats and a choice of finishes.

Extended lever versions provide a longer handle lever that is easier to operate, particularly on larger or heavier door panels.

ERA Decorative patio handles offer a more distinctive styling option for installations where the handle is intended to complement a specific interior or exterior aesthetic.

All ERA patio door handles are designed to provide smooth, reliable operation and a quality of finish suited to the demands of a frequently used external door.

What are sliding door rollers and when do they need replacing?

Sliding door rollers are the wheel or bearing components fitted to the bottom of the sliding door panel that support the weight of the panel and allow it to travel smoothly along the bottom track.

Over time, rollers can wear, become damaged, or accumulate debris that impairs their ability to roll freely — resulting in a door that becomes increasingly stiff, difficult to slide or prone to jumping off the track.

When this happens, replacing the rollers is typically the most effective and economical repair.

ERA stocks sliding door rollers and accessories for replacement applications, allowing installers to restore smooth operation to existing sliding patio doors without needing to replace the entire door unit.

Can ERA supply sliding door hardware for replacement applications?

Yes. ERA's sliding door hardware range — including patio door locks, lock and keep sets, handles and rollers — is stocked with replacement applications firmly in mind alongside new installations.

For replacement locks, the key measurements to establish are the lock case dimensions, the backset, and the number and spacing of the hook or bolt points, to ensure the replacement lock is compatible with the existing door chassis.

For replacement handles, the spindle size and backplate fixing centres are the critical measurements.

For replacement rollers, the wheel diameter and axle configuration need to match the existing roller housing.

ERA's technical team can advise on compatibility for any specific replacement application.

Are ERA's sliding door locks and handles available for both PVCu and aluminium patio doors?

ERA's sliding patio door hardware range includes products suitable for the most commonly installed patio door types in the UK market.

PVCu sliding doors remain the most widely installed format in residential properties, and ERA's lock and handle range is designed to be compatible with the most common PVCu patio door frame and chassis configurations.

For aluminium sliding doors, which are increasingly popular in both residential and commercial settings, ERA's wider hardware offering — including the aluminium door components range — provides appropriate hardware options.

If in doubt about compatibility with a specific door system, ERA's technical team is available to advise before ordering. Contact us here.