Bi-Fold Doors Glasgow.

“Bi” stands for two, and in Bi-Fold, this refers to the two sections that the door is made up of. Bi-fold doors fold in on themselves in order to be a space-saving, modern solution to the outdoors for your Glasgow home. When they open, they create a wide opening that makes it seem as though there is no door. 

Bi-fold doors take up less space due to folding in onto themselves, whereas the sliding door protrudes into the living space. The view of the outside when looking through a fully opened bi-fold door is also superior, as the frame and mullion of the door are out of sight. You can also tell bi-fold doors apart from sliding doors on account of the sleek, modern appearance. The panels also seal tightly against each other, which provides better insulation against air and water infiltration from the Glasgow climates. 

Although it seems like they should both be mutually exclusive, there are several ways Bi-fold doors achieve this. For one, bi-fold doors can be designed to have good ventilation options, such as top-hung vents, trickle vents and louvres. This allows you to control the airflow between your home and the Glasgow weather, meaning you can outright cut off ventilation. As far as insulation goes, bi-fold doors are designed to have thermal breaks, insulated glass, and weatherstripping. Our bi-fold doors are created to suit your needs and can be as energy efficient as you need it to be. 

Yes, Bi-fold doors can be installed in period properties (properties built in different historical periods) to varying effects. You may think that the modern design of bi-fold doors may clash with historical buildings, but this isn’t the case. Bi-fold doors’ slim sightlines and glazing bars actually compliment some traditional styles of period properties, such as those that feature smaller panes of glass. Our bi-fold doors are made from aluminium, also, which is a popular choice for use in the renovation of plenty of period buildings. Aluminium is strong and lightweight, which makes it a great choice for reinforcement, but also for its ability to come in a wide range of colours, helping it to blend into the existing features of your period property.

Please note that buildings in areas of conservation may require planning permission for this type of renovation. Check the listed buildings registry for Glasgow for more information.

Despite bi-fold doors’ common use as a door to the exterior, bi-fold doors actually make excellent room dividers. Its ability to fold concerta style means that you can create a level of openness between rooms that completely hides the transition between your home and the Glasgow outdoors. As a result, there are countless creative uses behind this design, especially when taking into account the insulation and soundproofing abilities. 

Bi-fold doors can be configured to conform to a wide range of sizes. In fact, we have installed doors that are longer than six metreBi-fold doors can be configured to conform to a wide range of sizes. In fact, we have installed doors that are longer than six metres in Glasgow. It’s possible that openings that seem too large can be amended by adding extra panels and a heavier-duty track system, to promote smooth operation. . It’s possible that openings that seem too large can be amended by adding extra panels and a heavier-duty track system, to promote smooth operation.

Yes, Bi-fold doors can be automated via electric motors wired to a track system. As such, if you want automation, you will need to have additional wiring work done within your house. Much like everything else about bi-fold, it’s highly customisable. Not only can you operate bi-fold doors with a button or remote control, you can also schedule when bi-fold doors open or close by time. Not only this, but you can have bi-fold doors respond to environmental conditions, such as being made to close when Glasgow’s weather turns cold.