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If you have one of the newer vinyl sliding glass
patio doors then the Ideal VIP Patio Pet Door may be the door for you.
We think that this is certainly a good place to begin consideration.
Turns out that the
newer vinyl framed sliding glass doors are much more standardized
than the older metal or wood framed sliding glass doors. Ideal has
been able to capitalize on this uniformity to make a patio panel
that looks much more like it 'belongs'.
Here
are the key points:
- Dual pane "Low E" glass for much better
insulation
- Exciting new 'Ultra Flex' flap
on the Medium and XLarge sizes which
is flexible to be safe and still insulates and seals even in
cold weather. Made of Lexan, it is 'chew-proof'.
- The "Hefty Kat" size incorporates, what
else?, the "Hefty Kat" pet door
which includes a "4-way" locking mechanism.
- A locking mechanism that utilizes your
existing lock! (This has never been done before)
- Vinyl framing that insulates better
than conventional metal framing.
- The VIP door installs
'semi-permanently'. However, the latches for fastening it in
place are hidden inside the jamb. No visible screws and no
drilling holes in any visible location.
- Framing of the VIP fits 11/2"
to 13/4"
thick tracks.
- Available in white only.
Bottom line: If you have a vinyl framed sliding glass door, if the sizes and rise options
suit your pet and if you don't mind a minor installation job then this one
will look more like it 'belongs' than any other panel pet door.
One caution: Ideal specifies 'fits
most vinyl sliding glass doors'. We think you should
carefully review the excellent installation instructions below to
ensure that yours is among those that will work. Particularly check
your lock against the choices offered. There are quite a few details that might be important for you to think about
in purchasing any panel pet door.
Begin with 'Key
Points' to get a quick overview of the most important issues. Then study the
'Comparison
Chart' and read the information on the
Patio Panel FAQ page which cover the fine points of patio pet doors.
Ground shipping only on all Ideal panel pet doors. |
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