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Are wood or fibreglass doors better?

Posted on August 2, 2018October 3, 2018 by Bifold Doors UK

When treated properly, wooden doors can be extremely durable and when a good quality door is bought, wooden doors can last up to 30 years.

Why We Love Wooden Doors!

There are a number of people who argue that wood doors are not as durable as fibreglass doors, and therefore fibreglass doors are a better purchase.

There are often claims that fibreglass doors last-longer and will not warp in extreme weather.

However, when treated properly, wooden doors can be extremely durable and when a good quality door is bought (like the doors from Bifold Doors UK!), wooden doors can last up to 30 years.

While there are, of course, a number of advantages to investing in fibreglass doors, there is often no comparison to the look of real wood.

Here are a few advantages and disadvantages of wood and fibreglass doors:

Advantages of Wood Doors	Advantages of Fibreglass Doors	Disadvantages of Wood Doors	Disadvantages of Fibreglass Doors
Wood looks better and is more prestigious than fibreglass.	Require less maintenance.	Require regular maintenance.	Wood is much more aesthetic than fibreglass.
Wood is a renewable resource.	Fibreglass doors are less likely to rot, rust, warp, bow or deteriorate.	Can warp in harsh weather if not treated properly.	Usually fibreglass doors are a more expensive investment than wood doors.
If wood is scratched, it can be repaired easily.	Slightly more energy efficient when installed properly.	Some lower quality wood doors can fade.	Fibreglass is a man-made and non-renewable resource.
Wood doors that require replacement tend to be easier to work with than fibreglass doors.	Can be stained to look like wood.	Wood doors are slightly less energy efficient	Fibreglass doors are more complicated + expensive to install than wooden doors.

While it is possible to purchase fibreglass doors with a wood effect, these doors do not have the same superior aesthetic to wood doors.

Wooden doors have a beautiful look and are most definitely a more prestigious option of door.

While fibreglass doors can be treated to have a wood-look grain, there is still a differentiation between the fantastic aesthetic and natural quality of real wood doors.

Browse our range of exterior and interior wood doors at Bifold Doors UK.

7 Reasons Why Bifold Doors Are a Good Idea

Posted on November 22, 2017February 1, 2018 by Bifold Doors UK

Bi-fold doors are making some serious waves in the UK right now. Don’t believe us? Watch any episode of Grand Designs. But why are they so popular? Well, for starters, they let a lot of light in to a property whilst providing maximum privacy when you need it.

Thanks to being solidly constructed and effortless to use, bi-folding doors are wonderful for both businesses and homes that want to benefit from extra light in the room or that want to transform the outdoors into an additional functioning room.

The benefits of bi-fold doors don’t stop there. They boast a whole host of other advantages, too.

1. Ease of Use

Because these well-designed doors fold and stack smartly to one or both sides of an aperture when open, people can move easily from the inside out to the garden. Sliding patio and French doors, on the other hand, can be less practical in more restricted spaces, such as opening out onto a patio or balcony. In contrast, bi-fold patio doors fold away gracefully without impacting on access. What’s more, low threshold folding patio doors are a brilliant solution for wheelchair users and the disabled who require larger access with the least amount of step.

2. Slimly Built

With their slim profiles, folding doors are slimmer and less obvious than classic French or patio doors. Slender bi-folds enable the utmost visibility whilst being hard-wearing, strong and modern in style.

3. Easy to Maintain

The minimal amount of maintenance is required to keep bi-fold doors looking top-notch for many years, especially if they’re made from aluminium. All you’ll need to do is wash it down every so often and use a splash of oil occasionally.

4. Incredibly Secure

You can enjoy the view of your garden even when the door’s fully shut, thanks to its slim profile which means there’s more glass on show without compromising on security. The doors are totally weatherproof, providing outstanding thermal efficiency – and don’t be fooled by its ease of access, bifold doors are wonderfully secure and are thus used extensively in both commercial and domestic settings.

5. Ultra-Modern

Our bifolding doors feature the latest folding and sliding technology to give you countless years of fuss-free use. With their versatile styling, these doors look as good as they function, meaning they’re perfect for use in older period properties and contemporary buildings.

6. The Best of Both Worlds

Versatility is the keyword when it comes to bi-folds. During the summer months when fully open, they offer a seamless amalgamation between the outdoors and the indoors, providing free movement in and out of a domestic home.

7. Stand Out Profile

Not only do bi-folds bring in lots of light which, in turn, makes a room more aesthetically pleasing on the inside, they also make your property look contemporary and polished on the outside. We have a whole gamut of styles and designs to perfectly complement the rest of your home.

How to Dress Bifold Doors: Fitting Curtains and Blinds

Posted on October 12, 2017October 12, 2017 by Bifold Doors UK

Of course, one of the great things about bi-fold doors is the fact that they’re great for space-saving and allow in a vast amount of natural light in through their glass panels. Whilst this is great during the daytime when you would like to enhance the feeling of space and openness, it may not be ideal for later evening and night time, when you’d like a little more privacy.

What’s more, external bi-fold doors are often used to connect an outdoor patio with the interior of your home and therefore, if your garden or outdoor space is overlooked, you may again choose to dress your folding doors with curtains or blinds.

That’s why, many property owners with bi-fold doors in the home choose to have curtains or blinds fitted.

Dressing Your Bi-fold Doors

If you’ve decided to dress your bi-fold doors, you’ll first need to decide on whether you’d prefer curtains or blinds. There are advantages and disadvantages to both and, unlike standard doors, you’ll need to think about how your choice of dressing will affect the function of your doors.

Although it is possible to fit curtains and blinds to bi-fold doors, you’ll want to consider which will be the most effective choice for you.

Fitting Curtains to Your Bi-fold Doors

There is nothing more comforting and cosier than having a warming curtain fitted on the inside of an external door to block any drafts and enhance the feeling of homeliness to your interior. Lightweight and light-coloured curtains can also add to the privacy of your home, portraying a modern and airy feel.

If you want a homely, insulating curtain, you should bear in mind that when having curtains fitted to your bi-fold doors, they can become extremely heavy when made of thick fabric, therefore, you may want to consider a lighter fabric option, particularly when your bi-fold doors cover a large surface area.

Lighter fabrics include: Voile, Organza and Silk. Other options may be: Velvet, cotton, muslin or linen.

Choosing Blinds for Your Bi-fold Doors

If blinds are a preference for our home, perhaps you want to portray a modern aesthetic or feel that curtains would be an impractical choice, then investing in some blinds may be the right choice for you.

You can choose from a range of blinds, including roller blinds, roman blinds and vertical panel blinds. Roller blinds tend to take up less space, while roman blinds gather at the top of your door. Therefore, if you are looking for maximal light to come through roller blinds may be your best bet.

What to Remember when Dressing Your Bi-fold Doors

Don’t be afraid to buy curtains made from synthetic fabric.

Although it isn’t necessarily sensible to opt for the cheapest fabric available, many synthetic fabrics are both effective and aesthetically pleasing, and can save you a considerable amount of money.

Get specific measurements.

Measure up! Whether you are opting for curtains or blinds, it is essential that you get the specific measurements of your bi-fold doors. The last thing you want is to buy an expensive dressing for your bi-fold doors only to find that they’re not fit for use.

Do your research

Don’t just opt for the first set of curtains or blinds you come across, do your research into which curtains and blinds will suit your bi-fold doors and property interior.

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Opt for some Bi-fold Doors this Spring

Posted on February 23, 2017February 1, 2018 by admin

There is nothing better when we’re nearing Spring to think about Spring cleaning your property and investing in some home improvements.

What’s more, if you are looking for some new, space-saving doors that will enhance your property this Spring, whether they’re traditional or contemporary in style, then look no further than Bi-fold Doors UK!

Here at Bi-fold Doors UK, we have a range of French doors, patio doors, internal doors and external doors available and, of course, our bespoke bi-fold doors.

Our bi-fold doors are undoubtedly some of the highest-quality on the market. Our timber bi-fold doors are not only manufactured by skilled craftsmen in our joinery for the perfect product, they’re also made using the finest FSC-sourced wood. Additionally, our aluminium bi-fold doors are made using the finest, most durable aluminium.

Take a look at why you should opt for some Bi-fold Doors this Spring from Bi-fold Doors UK.

Bi-fold doors to suit any property

No matter what type of property you own, you’ll find some bi-fold doors to suit your home perfectly from Bi-fold Doors UK. Whether you live in a ground-floor flat or a large detached country house, bi-fold doors have an option for you.

You may choose to opt for oak or pine, or go more contemporary with aluminium. No matter what bi-fold door material you choose, you can be sure to receive a well-made product that will fit your doorways perfectly.

Many people opt for bi-fold doors in order to maximise the amount of space in a room, as bi-folding doors do save space in comparison to other internal and external doors like French doors and patio doors.

Internal and external options

Bi-fold Doors UK offer both internal and external bi-fold doors, which may surprise those people that thought bi-fold doors were purely an interior type of door.

Our external bi-fold doors are hard-wearing and resistant to weathering elements, such as rain, snow and high wind. In addition, our bi-fold doors are fitted with durable fittings and fixtures for practicality of use and, of course, essential security.

We have different lock fittings available that you can choose from so that you feel as secure as possible within your home.

Contact us at Bi-fold Doors UK

If you would like to find out more about opting for some Bi-fold Doors this Spring from Bi-fold Doors UK, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. You may also want to contact us about our other types of internal and external doors.

What type of interior doors would most suit your home?

Posted on November 22, 2016 by admin

What type of interior doors would most suit your home?

For most people, when it comes to choosing their exterior doors, the decision is often a fairly straight-forward one. Most people will opt for a highly-secure, yet aesthetically pleasing, front door and will also have a rough idea about what type of door would be best for their back door.

Interior doors, however, are a slightly different story as there appears to be a lot more scope for choice. Internal doors, of course, are unlikely to be affected by the weather and are bought more with aesthetics in mind.

So, what type of interior doors would most suit you. Why not ask yourself the following questions?

Do you have any children or pets?

Of course, parents with babies and toddlers will require special features added to the doors in their property. However, you may also want to think about what type of interior doors would be most suitable and safe for your property.

Of course, all the doors from Bi Fold Doors UK offer excellence in terms of safety. However, there are certain styles of doors that are more suited to properties with young families and pets.

Stable doors, for example, can be an excellent door to separate an extension area of your property from the main interior of your property, particularly if you have a dog or cat.

How much space do you require?

If you are looking to save space within your home, then bi-fold doors are the perfect option of door for you. Bi-fold doors save at least 90% of space, in comparison to other standard doors. This is because they do not take up any space in the surrounding room.

What’s more, bi-fold doors can be used in any room of your property and work extremely well. You can also choose from wood or aluminium bi-fold doors, depending on your property’s interior style.

How much light would you like reflected within the property?

Interior doors that have a significant amount of glass panelling tend to reflect more light around a property. Therefore, in properties where you are looking to maximise on space and light, glass bi-fold doors are an excellent choice.

That said, French doors, oak internal doors with a glass panel, and other types of doors can be also made with a large glass panelling to again enhance the light around the property’s interior.

What style of home do you have?

If you have a very modern home, you may be inclined to opt for aluminium interior doors, or doors with a lighter, less historic style of wood.

You may also opt for glass doors and those with a more modern aesthetic.

Contact us at Bi Fold Doors UK to find out more about our range of interior doors

If you would like to find out more about the range of internal doors from Bi Fold Doors UK, then please do not hesitate to get in touch with us.