Bi Fold Doors for Versatility and a Quality Look
In the past the only alternative when one replaced their windows and did not want to use wood was grey aluminium. The consequence of this are many esthetically ruined period homes with windows which are now a fire hazard because they openings are too narrow to escape through.
Although of variable quality initially, white PVCu designs became available and have now become of outstanding quality.
House owners now have a much better choice of door and window materials and styles to choose from.
The patio door market has been very big for many years because they offer an outstanding and convenient solution to let light and air in a house. They also provide an excellent thermal barrier when closed. Patio doors have recently made way for the “Rolls Royce in this market which is now the hugely versatile Bi fold door. Anyone thinking of buying patio doors now should first be considering whether they should increase their investment to a bifolding door.
Bifold doors can be organized to span a very wide aperture or smaller spaces, behaving when closed as a glass wall to allow in increased light and to offer wide views over the outside scene or garden. They can open an entire wall to allow seamless integration of outside and internal areas, for instance, for parties or for kids to play safely inside and outside on a lovely day. They are also ideal for maximizing space in restricted situations such as an opening onto a balcony in a small apartment.
When fully opened the doors zig-zag compact either to the left or right or split into both sides hence limiting their encroachment into the room or external space. They can be incorporated to allow french style doors when full opening is not required and a single opening door for pedestrian access in the normal way.
Available in most modern materials, including hardwood, aluminium, PVCu and aluminium clad timber, this product is available in a large range of colours and finishes from specialist window companies. Although expensive, aluminium clad timber, gives you the timber finish inside and the selection of colours and low maintenance options provided by aluminium cladding.
