Choosing between bifold doors and sliding doors can be a tough decision for any homeowner. Both offer a range of benefits to utilise the space in your home and offer a great entrance to your garden space. Here at Accolade Windows, we offer high-quality aluminium bifolding doors as well as both uPVC and aluminium sliding doors. This article will delve into the key differences between the two to help you decide the best fit for your home.
What Are Bifold Doors?
Bifold doors are doors that are made up of multiple panels that fold back on themselves in a concertina-style. They are connected with strong, durable hinges and are set on a smooth track system. Bifold doors open by sliding and folding neatly to one or both sides of the frame.
They are typically used as back doors, leading to the outdoor area of a property. They create a wide and unobstructed opening that brings in natural light and ventilation. They are commonly installed with aluminium to ensure smooth operation, strength, and security.
Key Benefits of Bifold Doors
- Wide Opening Space: These quality folding doors can be installed to almost the whole length of your wall. This increases the amount of light, space, and ventilation offered in your home.
- Natural Light: Bifolding doors have large glass panels to flood light into your home, especially ideal in the summer months.
- Space Saving: The panels can fold back and do not require space for doors to swing out. This makes them ideal for rooms with limited space.
- Increased Security: Our bifold systems come with advanced multi-point locking, secure hinges, and superior double glazing as standard.
- Custom Options: Available in a variety of materials, configurations, and finishes to suit any home perfectly.
At Accolade Windows, we offer quality folding doors and our professional team with install them with minimal disruption to your daily routine.
What Are Patio Doors?
Patio doors – also referred to as sliding doors – are glass doors that move horizontally along a track to open and close. They are typically made up of two or more panels and are designed to allow natural light to enter the property as well as provide access to the outdoor spaces.
Unlike bifold doors, patio doors do not fold; instead, they have panels that glide smoothly behind a fixed pane. At Accolade Windows, we offer both uPVC and aluminium patio doors, both offering a wealth of benefits.
Key Benefits of Patio Doors
- Sleek, Space Saving Design: Patio doors offer even further space-saving features as they do not swing out or fold. The panel slides seamlessly behind the fixed panel and is great for small spaces.
- Unobstructed Views: Sliding door design offers expansive glass panels, meaning more light and panoramic views of your garden or outdoor space.
- Smooth Operation: These doors are built on high-performance tracks and rollers, and modern patio doors slide smoothly with minimal effort.
- Thermally Efficient: With advanced glazing options and tight seals, patio doors offer excellent thermal performance and help to keep your home comfortable all year round.
- High Security: Accolade patio doors are fitted with multi-point locking systems and outstanding double glazing, offering peace of mind.
Learn more about patio doors by contacting Accolade Windows. Our friendly team is on hand to help you find the best sliding doors for you.
Why Choose Accolade Windows?
At Accolade Windows, we offer a range of products including conservatories, quality conservatory roofs, and various uPVC and aluminium window and door solutions. Our bifold doors and patio doors are popular amongst homeowners in Hampshire and Dorset. This is due to their quality and our professional installation here at Accolade.
All of our products come with a 10-year insurance-backed guarantee so you can have complete peace of mind following your installation. Not only this, we know how important it is for our customers to be happy with the service that we provide. This is why over 90% of our sales are generated purely through recommendations, so you know you are going to a trusted company.
Get a Quote Today
Here at Accolade Windows, we offer free, no-obligation quotes for our bifold and patio doors. To get a quote, feel free to fill out our online contact form, and a member of our friendly team will reach out to you as soon as possible. Alternatively, email us over any queries you have, and we will be happy to help.
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