- May 21, 2024|
- Doors|
- sandymount_admin
Although we haven’t seen many signs of it so far, spring is very much upon us. And as our thoughts turn to (hopefully) warmer days we look to the outdoors for fun, leisure and the making of sun-filled memories.
As anyone who has had them installed will tell you, bifold doors are the perfect addition to any home. With their large areas of glazing and architect-designed aesthetic, they add more than a touch of style and luxury as well as offering convenience and practicality.
Bifolds really bring the outside indoors by folding neatly to one side, allowing the maximum amount of light and air in. If you’re having friends and family over or hosting a party or a barbecue, there is a real pleasure in just drifting effortlessly between indoor and outdoor spaces without the constant opening and closing of doors.
And best of all, a bifold door isn’t just for summer. In autumn and winter a bifold is a thermally excellent barrier, keeping your home cosy-warm while still allowing in maximum daylight. You also get a year-round panoramic view of your garden, allowing you to watch the changing seasons in comfort.
Here at Sandymount, we offer a range of stunning aluminium bifold doors to suit a range of home styles. One of our popular options is industry leaders Origin who offer a range of looks, features and configurations that match properties both ultra-modern and traditional.
Below are five reasons we think bifold doors are a sure-fire hit for your home:
1.Superb insulation
All our aluminium exterior bifold doors offer outstanding levels of thermal efficiency, including extremely low U-values (a way of measuring heat transference– the lower the U value the better the thermal performance). Our bifold doors have thermal-break technology, which creates a barrier that separates the aluminium frame into two pieces, reducing the flow of thermal energy and retaining more heat inside the home as well as saving money on bills.
2.Outstanding Strength
For decades, architects have understood that aluminium is an exceptionally strong material. There is no better example of this than New York’s Empire State Building, the structure of which is made from aluminium. This metal is 40 times stronger than timber and extremely lightweight – the reason it can easily support large panes of double glazing. Aluminium is a great material for bifold doors because its thin frames allow for plenty glazing (and maximum light). Neither will it buckle, or warp and powder coating used on its surface will make it chip and scratch-resistant.
3.Fine Style
Our Origin-made bifold doors are real showstoppers in terms of style and design. We have two main bifold offerings, the Contemporary Collection and the Soho Collection. The first has the OB-49 and OB-72 options that will complement your living space as well as keep it warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The Soho Collection (named after the ultra-fashionable district of New York City) contains the OB-36 bifold, a cool and sophisticated design that allows you to configure the number of glazing bars you prefer – choose more for a heritage design, and less for an industrial, minimalist aesthetic.
4.Extra light
The amount of extra light a bifold door brings into the home is phenomenal. The floor-to-ceiling design will allow natural light to flood your space, opening up previously dark corners and giving you a different perspective on how you use the room where the bifold is located. A bifold door will make a kitchen a welcoming, warm space for all the family, while a home office with a bifold door will make a working day so much more pleasurable and creative.
5.High security
Although they are mainly glazing, bifold doors are very secure. All our bifold options have security features including an 8-point locking system to ensure that your home is safe and secure. They also feature chamfered 20mm linear bolts and barrel options to protect against snapping, drilling, picking, and bumping, and come with bespoke hinges that have been designed to withstand attacks.
To conclude, investing in a bifold door is a great way of allowing the great outdoors into your home in the warmer weather, while still benefitting from natural light and panoramic views in the colder months. A bifold door will add value to your home and save you money in terms of heating bills.
Our bifold doors are completely custom-made to your exact specifications. You can choose from a range of colours, hardware, and glazing options which enables you to create your dream bifold door. For more information about our range, contact us here, give us a call on 01793 230684 or even visit our Cirencester showroom, where we can show you what we do and talk you through all the options.
