Practicalities
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Gilly: There are a lot of different finishes for bi-fold doors, from wood to powdered aluminium. The
finish of the doors should be taken into consideration as part of the scheme.
Steve: Bi-fold doors create a modern and clean architectural solution both internally and externally
and allow the creation of totally clear openings to the outside in the summer months.
It’s imperative that structural openings are properly considered and incorporate properly designed
lintels over as any movement or settlement will result in binding.
EP Elaine: Style is very personal but needs to be based on the use of the room, i.e. whether it’s been
designed as a sitting area or a dining space.
SB Steph: Do consider the use of the room, layout of furniture and where you spend most of your time.
If it’s a kitchen, which direction do you face most of the time? If it’s a sitting room, play around
with different layouts of furniture. What works best in summer may not be best for the winter
months.
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