Exterior Pocket Doors

A guide to exterior pocket patio doors

A pocket door is a sliding door that disappears into a pocket built into the wall when open. Exterior pocket doors bring that idea to a patio or courtyard opening: when the doors slide into the wall, the opening is left almost completely clear. PINKYS builds exterior pocket doors in steel with large glass panels, for a slim, modern frame when closed and an open view when open.

Single and double pocket doors

A single pocket slider has one panel that slides into a pocket on one side of the opening. A center split double pocket slider, often called double pocket doors, has two panels that part in the middle and slide into pockets on both sides, opening a wider span.

Corner pocket doors

A corner pocket door uses two sets of sliding panels on two adjoining walls that meet at the corner when closed. When opened, the panels slide into pockets in each wall, opening the corner of the room to the patio or courtyard and joining indoor and outdoor space on two sides. Corner pocket configurations are custom, drawn to each opening; contact the PINKYS Studio Steel team to start a corner pocket door project.

Exterior pocket doors vs sliding patio doors

Standard sliding patio doors slide past one another, so part of the opening is always covered by a panel. Pocket doors slide into the wall itself, leaving the opening clear. For standard sliding doors, see sliding patio doors.

Glass, grids and finishes

PINKYS glass pocket doors use energy-efficient Low-E dual-pane glass, with your choice of grid pattern. Exterior pocket doors are offered in Black, Oil Rubbed Bronze and California Collection colors such as Sunset Pink, Montecito Mint and Angeles Green. Color can affect price. Every PINKYS door is protected by an eight-stage coating system. Do not repaint a PINKYS door; any repainting voids the warranty. PINKYS offers touch-up paint for minor scuffs and chips.

Made to order

PINKYS exterior pocket doors are made to order in 14 to 16 weeks, built to your opening with your choice of slide direction, glass, grid and finish.

Common questions

What is an exterior pocket door?

An exterior pocket door is a sliding glass door that slides into a pocket in the wall when open, leaving the patio or courtyard opening clear.

What are double pocket doors?

Double pocket doors, also called a center split double pocket slider, have two panels that part in the middle and slide into pockets on both sides of the opening.

How are pocket doors different from sliding patio doors?

Sliding patio doors slide past each other, so a panel always covers part of the opening. Pocket doors slide into the wall and leave the opening clear.

Can pocket doors open a corner?

Yes, as a custom order. A corner pocket configuration uses panels on two adjoining walls that meet at the corner when closed and slide into pockets in each wall when open. Contact the PINKYS Studio Steel team to design a corner pocket door for your opening.

Does an exterior pocket door need a special wall?

Yes. The wall beside the opening needs a pocket deep enough to hold the door panels when open, which is planned during construction or remodeling.

How long does delivery take?

PINKYS exterior pocket doors are made to order in 14 to 16 weeks.