4 Advantages of Wooden Bi-Fold Doors

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If you are redecorating the interior of your home and yo are thinking of replacing the doors, you should take some time to consider bi-fold doors. Bi-fold doors are normally used in closets, pantries, living rooms and laundry rooms but they can also be used in place of traditional doors. If you aren't too familiar with the benefits of bi-fold doors, below is a brief guide to the advantages of fitting them in your home.

Security

Bi-fold doors aren't just a beautiful way to separate different rooms. They also come equipped with a range of security features. Many bi-fold doors now come fitted with hidden multi-lock systems. This means that rather than having just one locking point, like traditional doors, the bi-fold door has several which are spread out along the length of the door. This will make it exceptionally difficult for intruders to break down the door in order to enter your home.

Choice of Materials

Timber is also a very versatile and durable material. If you choose to fit wooden bi-fold doors, you will have a large range of different timber to choose from, with mahogany, teak, pine and oak being the most popular choices. These woods are known for their strength which help with your home security. The majority of wooden bi-fold doors feature compression seals manufactured using PVC, which are weather resistant.

Space Savers 

Because a traditional doors swing open for the length of the doorway, it requires a relatively large amount of space in which to operate. Because bi-fold doors fold back in on themselves, they provide you with much more space, which makes them really convenient if you use them to partition off smaller spaces, such as closets and pantries, which are too small for a standard door.

Glass Fittings

You can easily increase the visual appeal of a set of bi-fold doors by installing glass into them. The combination of glass and timber creates a classic look in your home. When it comes to choosing glass, you have a couple of options. You could choose tempered glass, which is made using high levels of heat, which makes it durable and strong. The other option is bevelled glass, which is cut to incorporate designs or patterns.

If you are interested in fitting wooden bi-fold doors in your home, you should contact a professional door company who will be able to offer you any help and advice that you require.

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21 June 2016