Utilize Bifolding Doors To Bring Your Garden Into Your House

Posted by joanne on February 12th, 2010 at 09:08am

In the past bifolding doors were more commonly known for their interior uses. Now external versions are available They are a flexible and appealing substitute for French or patio doors.This article will tell you why you should consider this versatile option.

Bifold doors are much more versatile than normal patio doors. They can be fully opened, completely closed, or partially opened depending on the amount of space required. Their ability to connect the inside to the outside is unsurpassed. As a boundary between garden and home these doors are unsurpassed. In good weather the whole back of a house can be opened out to the outside.

Bifolding doors are also called zig-zag doors. Zig-zag is a fairly accurate descriptions of the doors working. They are usually made up of 3 or more glass panels that can be joined together in a number of configurations. A single panel can be used as a normal door when the whole doors is made up of an odd number of panels. Street side cafes often use these kinds of doors to give them the flexibility to open the whole shop front when the weather is fine.

Available in the common white PVCU these doors are also made in hardwood, aluminium and aluminium clad timber. A very attractive option is aluminium clad timber allows a timber finish on the interior and the flexibility of aluminium on the exterior. PVCU doors are usually the cheapest option but are limited in colours (white). However doors made in aluminium are available in a wide variety of finishes and colours.Laminated timber or often hardwood are used to make timber framed doors. If timber doors are located on an exposed, coastal or south facing positon then they must be made from laminated timber. Any reputable bi fold door manufacturer will advise you of the best choice for your situation.

When choosing bifolding doors it is essential that you select ones that are constructed to the latest regulations. They must keep the wind and rain out even when the weather does its worst. The thermal insulation offered by the glazing must be good. What type of threshold is required and where should the trickle vents (that prevent condensation) be located?

The use of these doors has become more and more highlighted in the media. Their visual impact makes them popular for use in home rebuilding programs such as C4’s “Grand designs” where they often used to stunning effect.If you are in the process of building an extension or replacing an existing patio or french doors then Bifold doors must be regarded as an option.

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