WHICH IS THE CHEAPEST OPTION?
Bifold doors often have a reputation for being the most expensive option when buying patio doors. But, due to an increase in costs in material, sliding doors are now more in line with prices of bifold doors; however, Vufold are able to mass produce and carry lots of stock when it comes to bifold doors. This has allowed us to keep the pricing down. Due to the larger and heavier glass and door panels used on sliding doors, it is more difficult to mass produce and store sliding doors.
Looking for a modern aluminium bifold door?
Our pick:
STATUS ALUMINIUM BIFOLD DOORS
FROM £2,489.00
The Status is our most popular aluminium bifold door set, and it’s no mystery as to why. Not only are they fantastic value for such beautifully engineered bifolds, they’re available in a host of configurable options and feature a low threshhold and slim sight lines to give you more light, and a better view. As if that’s not enough, our Express range is also available for delivery in just three days.
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What other factors should you consider when choosing between a sliding door and a bifold door?
In addition to considering price, key considerations such as the style of your home, how you will be using your doors throughout the year, as well as practical aspects including ease of use, security and thermal efficiency, should all work alongside price to inform your decision. Sliding doors often utilise larger leaves (panes of glass) which offer wide views. The stacked system saves space. However, the doors cannot be ‘fully opened’ as one leaf has to be sitting on top of the other. With bifold doors, however, you have the option of opening the entire door for maximum impact, or simply using the traffic door for normal usage.
Before making your purchase, it is also worth bearing in mind that Vufold bifold doors are also ready-to-assemble. This means that the doors are pre-machined and come with almost everything you need for installation, including:
- Tracks
- Hinges
- Hardware
- Glazing
- Fixings
Only a few standard tools will need to be sourced for installation. Find out more about Vufold’s ready-to-assemble bifold doors here
You should also bear in mind the space you have available for each option, and which opening mechanism you prefer. For example, if the outside space doesn’t have much room (like a small balcony etc.) for bifold doors, you may need to ensure there is space inside the home so the doors can open inwards. Consider that in sliding doors, because of the weight of the panes, sliding doors roll along the bottom sill. Generally, top-hung doors are considered superior due to easier operation and less maintenance.
Do you still need help with choosing the right type of door for your home? Contact Vufold today.
FIND YOUR PERFECT PATIO DOOR WITH VUFOLD
Designed in the UK and manufactured in our state-of-the-art factories, our doors offer outstanding quality and design. All of our patio doors are designed for UK weather conditions to keep you warm and snug when the weather does its worst. We offer a warranty of 15 years for our sliding patio doors and a 10-15 years guarantee for our French and external bifold doors.
Our team is more than happy to talk about your options so you can move one step closer to making your dream doors a reality. Contact us today.