U values for sliding terrace door

Formula for calculating the total U value of a sliding door, taking into account the glazing unit, the share of profiles and an edge zone effect linear factor.

Usliding door = ( Ag * Ug + Af * Uf + Ig * ψg )  /  ( Ag + Af )

The links below present tables with the total U value of a sliding terrace door for different glazing units and distance strips. The calculations are based on the requirements and general guidelines contained in the Swedish construction regulations BBR 2008, chapter 9.


Updated: 2010-08-19