Doors Bifolds VS Sliding Doors: How to Choose
When we talk about aesthetics and functionally doors and windows are one of the important elements, whether its new house or a house which is going through renovation. The orientation of these elements defines what type of natural light will enter the interiors for example diffused light or the natural direct light.
Both the bifold door and sliding doors have unique properties and its mostly depend upon the choice of the client or on the user of that space.
The view
When it comes to the good view of the neighborhood or some natural vegetation or a scenic view or the view of your lawn sliding windows are more preferred because they provide you a clear and a maximum view because it consists of a frame with big glass panels.But if you have semi covered terrace or a lawn then we use bifold doors because they will create a connection of inside outside space the reason behind it is that the 90% of the aperture is opened.
The space
The space will define which door system to be used if you have less space than sliding doors are recommended because they will save you floor space, but if u use bifold doors then negative spaces will be created in the house that’s not a good practice.
The access
Access is one of the major and critical elements of the house. Good and defined access represent a good and functional plan. If we want a connection of inside with the outside like a garden with a living or a connection of dinning with the lawn we use the bifold doors , but alternation can be done according to the weather of the area that is we you are living in a windy and cold area than an alteration is done in the bifold door and create a independent door which will be used for the ventilation.
When we use the sliding doors the connection is present with the outside but 50% of the area is openable which will work as a door or for ventilation. For windy or cold area sliding doors are more preferred because of the limited openable area
Materials
When we talk about the materials of the both the doors the aluminum and wooden frames come on top. They both improve the aesthetics of the space and if you are renovation a space than go for the matching frame materials. Aluminum gives you a modern look and require less maintenance as compared to the wooden frames. Timber will be used if u need to give a natural look to house. The selection of which type should be used depend on the client or on the designer. But when we do long tern planning then aluminum frames are the best option as the require less maintenance.
Important note:
Before selecting the doors, you should consult experts and visit showrooms to ensure what’s best in your interest with respect to the quality, practicality or even strength.
