What IS a Bifold Door?!
I know what you might be thinking...surely this should have been my very first post? After explaining all the variables, all the benefits and all the reasons to have them installed, why am I now going back to basics and going over what they actually are?
Mainly because whilst they may not be a new product, they are growing immeasurably in popularity and are being installed more and more frequently into extensions and new buildings as an alternative to French doors. However, the only people who seem to know about them are builders/architects/tradespeople, which to us is a big shame. We want YOU the consumer to be as knowledgeable as your architect, so that you can make a considered and informed decision.
(Bristol Bi-fold's note: When searching for a bi-fold door, suppliers won't always give you all the information you need - that's why we've provided you with a FREE eBook: "The 7 Secrets Other Bi-fold Door Suppliers Won't Tell You": Don't miss out, click here to download it now.)
The in's and out's of bifold doors...
By definition, bifold doors are capable of being folded into two parts – but in reality this can be more like 5 or 6. The most popular configuration being 3 leaves, with a traffic door (allowing you to still use the door as a throughway when you aren't opening all leaves).
bi•fold
• [bahy-fohld] adjective
capable of being folded into two parts, as with leaves that are hinged together: a bifold door; bifold shutters.
Another common misconception is that the bifold mechanism is only available on shutters (see definition above...), wardrobe doors, or on internal doors.
This is outdated information, bifold doors are a great way to combine your indoor and outdoor living spaces – and they are fully equipped to provide security, protection from the elements, and energy efficiency for your home.
Visually pleasing AND practical..
Visually, they are a lot more interesting than bog-standard patio doors, but I think there's a bit more to it than just aesthetics. They add an element of fun to your home.
You can either open one door (your traffic door) and have it function as a main exit or entrance (ours are fitted as standard with anti-bump locking cylinders), OR, you can open your traffic door and then proceed to slide all of the hinged door leaves to one side, forming a concertina to one side of your door opening.
As each leaf is effectively a floor to ceiling glass window to the outdoors, bifold doors function as a brilliant way to make the most of your view.
With minimal sightlines (the hinge between each door leaf) you are able to create an almost seamless window on your outdoor space - even when the doors are shut.
Buyer's Guide
We think bifold doors are great (as you might have gathered...) but we are bifold specialists, of course we do! We want you to feel the same way! But also to understand what bifold doors are, how they work and what their practical benefits are.
Please download our bifold buyer's guide below for our wealth of bifold knowledge! Or give us a call on 01454419310 for any other questions you have about bifold doors.
The FREE 7 Secrets Other Bifold Door Suppliers Won't Tell You
When searching for a bi-fold door, suppliers won't always give you all the information you need - that's why we've provided you with this FREE eBook. Don't miss out, click here to download it now.
