If you want a patio door that stays smooth for years, seals well in California heat, and can be configured for wide openings, the Anlin Malibu Door Series is built for that job. Malibu doors can be ordered with multiple rail styles, frame types, and hardware finishes, plus practical upgrades like multipoint locks and in-glass pet doors.
Malibu includes sliding patio doors and swinging French doors, with upgrades for energy performance, security, and multipoint locking.
Malibu is Anlin’s dedicated patio door line, built around two homeowner use cases:
Sliding doors are the go-to when you want maximum clear opening without a swing path, especially for patios that need furniture flexibility. Malibu sliding doors are available in multiple configurations viewed from the outside, including XO, OX, XOO, OOX, OXO, and OXXO.
French Hinged patio doors are ideal when you want a traditional hinged look and the option to build out with sidelights. Malibu swinging doors support configurations such as X, XO, OX, OXO, XX, and OXXO, with in-swing or out-swing available as an option.
Energy performance on patio doors comes down to the same two metrics that matter on windows: U-Factor for insulation and SHGC for solar heat control. Malibu doors can be paired with multiple Anlin glass systems so you can target coastal mild climates, hot inland zones, and high-sun exposures without guessing.
The U.S. Department of Energy defines U-Factor as non-solar heat flow through the product (lower is better), and SHGC as how much solar radiation is admitted through the glazing (lower generally reduces cooling load in hot climates).
From Anlin’s published Malibu sliding door ratings (standard 2-3/4 inch rails), glass packages can reach U-Factor as low as 0.25 with SHGC down to 0.13, depending on the selected system and upgrades like QuadraTherm and Argon.
A few published examples for Malibu sliding doors (with Argon where specified):
ENERGY STAR’s Most Efficient 2025 recognition criteria for sliding glass doors lists targets as low as U-Factor ≤ 0.21 in some climate zones and SHGC ≤ 0.23 in warmer zones, published September 2024. This is a helpful benchmark when comparing “good” vs “best-in-class” performance.
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Malibu doors can be configured with layered security: stronger lock hardware, optional multipoint locking, and upgraded glass choices that improve break resistance and intrusion delay. If you are replacing an older aluminum slider, these upgrades are usually the biggest day-to-day quality jump because they reduce rattle, improve latch engagement, and tighten the closed position.
Malibu sliding doors use a hook-style locking design, with an option to increase security via Quad-Lock. Quad-Lock adds two additional heavy-duty hooks for four locking points total (not available on OXXO configuration, and key lock is not available with Quad-Lock).
Malibu sliding doors can also be upgraded with an optional solid 3/8 inch stainless steel dead bolt for added security.
Malibu swinging French doors can be ordered with a three-point locking system where the keyed lock activates solid metal posts at the top, middle, and bottom.
Anlin offers upgrade paths such as 4X Tempered Safety Glass and First Guard Laminated Security Glass that meet specific industry standards including tempered glass safety codes and forced-entry prevention. These options are commonly selected for doors near side yards, pool access, or street-facing patios.
A patio door feels “premium” when it rolls cleanly, stays aligned, and does not grind after years of use. Malibu is designed around that reality using a durable stainless steel track and bearing-based roller technology intended for long-term performance. When paired with correct installation and sill prep, this is the difference between a door you fight and a door you use one-handed.
If your current door sticks, it’s usually a combination of worn rollers, track wear, and frame movement. Malibu’s track and roller approach targets those failure points directly:
Malibu doors are built to match real homes, not showroom openings. You can choose rail style, frame type, finishes, and multi-panel layouts, plus functional add-ons like transoms and in-glass pet doors. The goal is to fit your opening, match adjacent Anlin windows, and avoid compromises like partial openings or awkward swing clearance.
Malibu sliding doors can be ordered with either a standard 2-3/4 inch rail or a French-style 4-1/2 inch rail. Frame types include Flush Fin, Brickmould, and Block, with Block and Nail Fin standard and nail fin available for new construction.
Anlin sliding patio doors can be ordered with the same frame colors, grid styles, and grid patterns as windows, which is important when you are pairing a new patio door with a multi-window project.
Here are common Malibu choices homeowners in California select based on layout, sun exposure, and security needs:
Anlin Malibu sliding doors and swinging French doors can be ordered with an in-glass pet door available in four sizes (small through X-large) with specified opening dimensions and suggested pet weight ranges. Anlin also notes the slim design allows the sliding door to be opened fully even with the closure panel inserted and latched.
Even a top-tier patio door can leak air, drag, or rattle if the opening is not prepared correctly. A good Malibu installation is about sill condition, water management, correct shimming, and alignment so rollers and locks engage cleanly. United Builders focuses on measuring, squaring, and sealing details that prevent the common slider failures.
Here is what we treat as non-negotiable on Malibu projects:
If you want a same-day plan, start with a patio door consultation and estimate or review warranty and service coverage.
