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A Guide to Bi-Fold Doors

by Landon Ferguson

The trend of extending on living space and connecting the outdoor to the indoor is growing. A full solution to any exterior opening, bi-fold doors offer a practical and stylish solution to large opening spaces and rooms that open onto verandas or into backyards, controlling the built environment without compromising on views. When it comes to using space more efficiently, bi-fold doors are the current trend for connecting or partitioning an outdoor area across wide, open indoor spaces. From flyscreens to clear and strong glass panels, there are so many reasons to choose bi-fold panels and doors.

Available in a number of different designs and framing materials, there are varying capabilities to suit each specific requirement. The sliding element of the bi-fold door sees a soft close and a prevention of slamming to create a safer and quieter environment.

Suitable for the following applications:

  • Sheltered areas
  • Patios
  • Verandas
  • Large doors

With materials including aluminium and timber, each bi-fold door is designed to be strong and capable with high weight capacities for each panel used within the frame. When it comes to using space more efficiently, bi-fold doors are the current trend for connecting or partitioning an outdoor area across wide, open indoor spaces.

Bi-fold doors are able to meet a high standard in their energy efficiency and glazing options including:

  • Double or triple glazing
  • Thermal values
  • Noise control
  • Rubber seals

Glazing options on glass panels can allow for energy efficiency as well as acoustic qualities.  

Bi-fold doors can also be made to withstand the harsh and often unpredictable Australian weather and climate. Also suitable for coastal and exposed locations, bi-fold doors can be designed and built in such a way to ensure an uninterrupted view whilst also providing a sleek and stylish design that doesn't sacrifice on strength or quality. They can also be made resistant to bush-fires as per the Australian standards for use in bush-fire prone areas.

Bi-fold doors are available in:

  • Bottom-running
  • Top-running
  • Vertically-running fittings

When made with climate in mind, the doors can be made from marine grade stainless steel for the ultimate in strength protection and longevity whilst also still ensuring energy efficiency and high weather performance.

Bi-fold doors are also suitable for designer-style door cabinets that don't require clunky and heavy door hinge.

The beauty of bi-fold doors is that they allow you to have the flexibility to close off certain areas, or open up the area without losing the feel of open plan living. 

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