We all love the summer, a time for rest and relaxation on the terrace and also a time for entertaining, if you are that way inclined. If you would like to merge your terrace with your dining room, glass bifold doors are ideal.
Building alteration
If you have two windows that look out to the terrace, removing the windows and brickwork, then fixing a lintel for support and after some plastering, you have a large rectangle made to measure in which to install a 4-pane set of glass bifold doors, with the two central sections that fold, opening your dining room to the deck. This could be as wide as 8m, depending on the building design, but fear not, a design can be created of any size. It is critical that you install a loadbearing lintel above the doors, as the weight needs additional support.
uPVC frames
With a tubular steel core, uPVC frames are durable and require no maintenance; a choice of white, black, brown and bronze are available, with toughened safety glass and a triple locking system. Tinted glass is also available which protects your furniture from harmful UV rays and the additional sound insulation is a bonus. UPVC does not fade, crack or peel, which makes it an ideal material for windows and doors.
Flyscreens
Of course, you want to keep the bugs out of your home in the summer and a special track is fitted for flyscreens that can easily be opened or closed. When you host a party, people can mingle on the deck and the buffet table should be in the dining room.
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Special tracking & hinges
Bifold doors have a special hinge & tracking system for effortless operation and the moving doors fold inwards and when fully open, you have a wide space of 5-6m which is excellent for parties. The product would be guaranteed for at least 10 years, many offer a 12-year unconditional warranty on materials and labour.
To summarise, glass bifold doors are a very attractive addition to any home and with an established supplier, you can be sure of a first-class installation. Start with an online search to locate a local supplier and start the ball rolling.
