Bristol, Bath & Somerset UK - Benefits of Bi-fold Doors explained by Polar Bear Windows & Doors

Bi-Fold Doors explained by Polar Bear Windows, Doors & Conservatories of Bristol, Bath and Somerset

Bi-Fold Doors have become more and more popular over recent years with so many benefits and they make a brilliant alternative to traditional French or sliding door in a home or business.

What are Bi-Fold Doors?

Bi-fold doors are made up from a series of panels that fold up flat against an inside or outside wall in one movement, much like a concertina. They are a great way to combine and open up your home into your garden and vice versa, as well as giving you a great view out into your garden when they are closed.

Why would you have Bi-Fold Doors?

Bi-folding doors help to create the illusion of space and this comes from their slim frames and the large expanse of glass panes that draw you to look beyond the end of a room and out into the garden or outside area.

Are Bi-Folding doors practical?

Bi-folding doors give you a very modern and stylish look as well as having many practical benefits compared to other types of doors. The main reason people choose to have bi-fold doors is that they create a bright and open feel to your home or business when you are inside with uninterrupted views to your garden, and when they are open and folded back flat they open up your home into your garden and vice versa.

Which way should a bi-fold door open?

A bi-fold door can open to the right, the left or from the middle and they can concertina inside or outside the door opening. The space outside of your property will dictate if they can open inside or out. Most people choose for them to open and stack outside to ensure there is no restriction on furniture inside of the door opening.

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What colour can you have Bi-Fold Doors in?

Bi-folding door frames can come in a vast range of colours from your standard white, black and grey to bright and vivid RAL colours.

How long does it take to fit Bi-Fold Doors?

It depends on the width and design of your bi-fold doors but on average, a standard 3-pane door will take 4-5 hours to install. The amount of time for installation will vary so always check this with your supplier.

Can you have blinds on bi-Fold doors?

You can have blinds fitted directly onto your bi-fold doors which become integral to the frames and this protects and prevents them from swinging when your bi-folds are opened and closed. Roller, Pleated and Metal Venetian blinds can all be fitted into a bi-fold door.

Are Bi-Fold Doors energy efficient?

Bi-folding doors are extremely energy efficient as the aluminium frames comprise of a polyamide thermal break which helps to create an energy-efficient door. Insulated glass panels give a good quality bi-fold door and high thermal performance with an A+ energy rating.

How secure are Bi-Fold Doors?

Good quality aluminium bi-fold doors will have multi-point locking (Anti-Bump, Anti-Pick, Anti- Drill, Anti-Snap, Anti-Extraction) system which should come as standard. They should also come with two high-security hooks and a dead-bolt to ensure you have total peace of mind.

You can read our full article on Bi-Fold Doors here: www.polarbearwindows.co.uk/bi-fold-doors/