Level thresholds

Discover how to create a seamless transition between your home and garden with this sought-after design feature

WORDS: JO MESSENGER

Flush-fitting tracks are one of the biggest developments in glazed doors, allowing for a smooth connection from inside to out, thanks to achieving the same floor level on both sides of the doors. However, the work to achieve this should be considered at the start of your project as it takes considerable attention to detail to get it right. “Typically, there are three types of thresholds,” says Victoria Brocklesby, COO at Origin. “Non-weathered options are installed into the floor and therefore flush to the ground. Weathered thresholds, sometimes called ‘rebated’ thresholds, feature a small lip on the edge of the track, which is designed to create a seal for the door to compress against to create a weathertight seal. These can also be recessed into the floor if the lip…

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Homebuilding & Renovating (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2024

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