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Vol. IJacksonville, FloridaFriday, September 18, 2026

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Aluminum vs. Wood Doors: A Contractor's Spec Guide
Sliding Doors

Aluminum vs. Wood Doors: A Contractor's Spec Guide

By the Gladiator Window & Doors technical team — factory-direct aluminum door manufacturers, Jacksonville, FL. When a project calls for large-format door systems — folding walls,...

Aug 13, 2026 · 8 minRead
Storefront Glass Options: Tempered, Laminated & Insulated
Design Ideas

Storefront Glass Options: Tempered, Laminated & Insulated

What Is Storefront Glass and Why Does the Type Matter? Storefront glass is the glazing system used in commercial building facades — spanning framed glass panels,...

Aug 13, 2026 · 7 minRead
Aluminum vs. Vinyl Doors: Spec Comparison Guide for Builders
Sliding Doors

Aluminum vs. Vinyl Doors: Spec Comparison Guide for Builders

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door manufacturer, Jacksonville, Florida. When specifying large-format doors for a residential or commercial project, the...

Aug 12, 2026 · 9 minRead
Slim-Frame Aluminum Doors: Why Profile Matters
Sliding Doors

Slim-Frame Aluminum Doors: Why Profile Matters

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Engineering & Content Team — factory-direct aluminum door manufacturer, Jacksonville, Florida. Slim-frame aluminum doors are the single most-requested specification change...

Aug 12, 2026 · 10 minRead
Aluminum Pergola Installation: A Complete Guide
Pergolas

Aluminum Pergola Installation: A Complete Guide

What makes aluminum the right material for a pergola? Aluminum is the strongest, lowest-maintenance framing material available for residential and commercial pergolas today. Unlike wood, it...

Aug 12, 2026 · 8 minRead
Sliding Door Glass Options: What to Spec & When
Sliding Doors

Sliding Door Glass Options: What to Spec & When

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door and window manufacturer, Jacksonville, Florida. Glass selection is the single most consequential spec decision...

Aug 11, 2026 · 11 minRead
How to Measure Sliding & Bifold Door Rough Openings
Sliding Doors

How to Measure Sliding & Bifold Door Rough Openings

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists, Jacksonville, FL. Getting the rough opening (RO) right is the single most critical...

Aug 11, 2026 · 10 minRead
Pergola Size Guide: How to Choose the Right Fit for Your Patio
Pergolas

Pergola Size Guide: How to Choose the Right Fit for Your Patio

Why does pergola size matter so much? Getting the size wrong is the single most common pergola mistake homeowners make. A structure that is too small...

Aug 11, 2026 · 7 minRead
What Is a Pivot Door & When to Recommend One
Pivot Doors

What Is a Pivot Door & When to Recommend One

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists based in Jacksonville, FL, with hands-on manufacturing and specification experience across residential, commercial,...

Aug 10, 2026 · 8 minRead
Passthrough Window Glass Options for Florida Homes
Pass-Through

Passthrough Window Glass Options for Florida Homes

Why Does Passthrough Window Glass Matter More in Florida? Florida's climate puts more demands on passthrough window glass than almost any other state. Between intense solar...

Aug 10, 2026 · 6 minRead
Door Hardware Guide: Handles, Locks, Rollers, Tracks
Sliding Doors

Door Hardware Guide: Handles, Locks, Rollers, Tracks

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door manufacturers, Jacksonville, FL. We engineer, build, and ship our own systems, so the hardware...

Aug 9, 2026 · 13 minRead
Stacking vs. Pocketing Folding Doors: Which Is Right?
Bi-Fold Doors

Stacking vs. Pocketing Folding Doors: Which Is Right?

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists serving contractors, builders, and trade professionals nationwide. What Is the Difference Between Stacking...

Aug 9, 2026 · 8 minRead
Passthrough Window Installation: What to Expect
Pass-Through

Passthrough Window Installation: What to Expect

What exactly is a passthrough window, and where does it work best? A folding passthrough window is a multi-panel aluminum-framed window that folds open horizontally above...

Aug 9, 2026 · 7 minRead
Corner Sliding Door Zero-Post Opening Systems: Builder's Guide
Sliding Doors

Corner Sliding Door Zero-Post Opening Systems: Builder's Guide

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists serving builders, architects, and glaziers nationwide from our Jacksonville, Florida manufacturing facility. What...

Aug 8, 2026 · 11 minRead
Telescoping Sliding Doors Explained for Builders
Sliding Doors

Telescoping Sliding Doors Explained for Builders

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory manufacturer of premium aluminum sliding, bi-fold, and pivot door systems, Jacksonville, Florida. Telescoping sliding doors solve...

Aug 8, 2026 · 9 minRead
How to Measure for a Folding Passthrough Window
Pass-Through

How to Measure for a Folding Passthrough Window

Why Getting Your Measurements Right Matters More Than You Think A folding passthrough window is one of the most precise openings in a home or commercial...

Aug 8, 2026 · 7 minRead
Pocket Sliding Doors: Pros, Cons & Framing Requirements
Sliding Doors

Pocket Sliding Doors: Pros, Cons & Framing Requirements

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists serving contractors, builders, and resellers nationwide from Jacksonville, Florida. Pocket sliding doors are...

Aug 7, 2026 · 12 minRead
Screen Options for Sliding & Folding Doors: 2026 Guide
Sliding Doors

Screen Options for Sliding & Folding Doors: 2026 Guide

By the Gladiator Window & Doors Technical Team — factory-direct aluminum door specialists based in Jacksonville, Florida, serving contractors, builders, and designers nationwide since 2018. Screens...

Aug 7, 2026 · 10 minRead