BIFOLD DOORS

Natasha Brinsmead explains what to consider if you’re looking at installing bifolds

Made of multiple leaves or panels, bifold doors (or folding sliding doors as they are sometimes referred to) open by sliding and folding up against each other like a concertina. The tracking system to which the panels are fixed allows smooth motion and ease of use. In your configuration, it is a good idea to include a master/traffic (access) door to allow for entry and exit, just like a single-leaf door does. WHAT SIZES ARE AVAILABLE? When choosing bifold door sizes for your home, you need to first calculate the aperture (opening) they will be fitted into. Panel weight is affected by the size and type of glazing used, and it is important to note that hardware systems have maximum individual panel weight, width and height restrictions. The minimum size of aluminium panels is…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2022

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