Bringing the Outside in With Bifold Doors in Watford
Aluminium bifold doors are architectural eye-candy and continue to grow in popularity with British homeowners. If you are renovating a tired extension or building an impressive new open-plan living space, bi-fold doors are hard to beat. They remove barriers between inside and out to create a modern seamless feel and provide unbeatable views of your garden and surroundings. With their easy operation and secure design, our aluminium bifold doors are the perfect addition to any home looking to open up living spaces and connect the indoors with the great outdoors. The stainless steel rollers ensure smooth and effortless movement, while the flush pop-out handle adds a sleek finishing touch.
As a leading UK bifold door manufacturer, Aston Architectural Aluminium offers an unrivalled choice when it comes to customising aluminium bifold doors. Contact us today to discuss your project and find out how we can expertly create the perfect bifold doors for Watford installers and homeowners.
Why Choose Aluminium Bifold Doors?
There are many reasons that both homeowners and installers in Watford love aluminium bifold doors:
Maximal Views and Natural Light
The large glazed areas and slim aluminium frames of bi-fold doors provide stunning views and let daylight flood into your home. By opening up entire walls with bifold doors you can fully appreciate your garden, patio or balcony.
Indoor/Outdoor Living
When open, bifold door panels stack neatly to the side allowing easy access and creating a wide unobstructed opening. This allows you to freely move between interior and exterior spaces for a more seamless lifestyle.
Space Saving
Unlike traditional French or patio doors, bifold door panels fold back in a concertina style without projecting out into a room. This makes them perfect for smaller spaces where you want to maximise usable floor area.
Security and Sound Insulation
Quality bifold doors use robust locking mechanisms and multi-point locks for security. Thermal and acoustic insulation minimises outside noise.
Durability and Low Maintenance
Bifold doors made from aluminium are highly durable and weather-resistant. The powder-coated finish is guaranteed for 20 years and requires little maintenance beyond occasional cleaning.
- Finishes & Materials
- Thermal Efficiency
- Accessories
- Safety & Security
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Finishes & Materials
Finishes
All Aston Architectural Aluminium bifold doors are finished in a durable powder-coat paint. White, grey, and black are classic colour options while for a unique appearance you can offer your customers any of over 200 RAL colours. All powder-coat finishes are extremely low-maintenance and come with a 20-year guarantee.
Aluminium & Materials
At Aston Architectural Aluminium, we use only premium-quality aluminium. Aluminium is an inherently strong material which is weather-resistant and thermally-efficient. It is also extremely versatile and compatible with an endless array of product designs and specifications.
Thermal Efficiency
Thermal performance
All Aston Architectural Aluminium bifold doors have been tested to ensure that they meet current building regulations for thermal performance. Our aluminium bifold doors can help to:
- Reduce heat loss
- Protect against condensation
- Enhance energy efficiency
- Lower energy usage
- Promote sustainability
Accessories
Accessories
Our aluminium bifold doors are available with a selection of hard-wearing and attractive accessories. When you want to offer your customers the best in bespoke customisation, it’s important to use the best accessories to complement your aluminium doors and windows. Our bifold doors can be specified with the following accessories.
- High strength Bogie rollers
- Stainless steel track system
- Choice of contemporary and traditional handles
- Powerful door magnets
- Low threshold options
Safety & Security
Safety & security
All our aluminium doors and windows are designed with safety and security in mind. Alongside our anti-finger trap gaskets, our aluminium bifold doors provide the following protection.
- High security multi-point locking systems
- Strong and secure frames
- Robust hinges
- Heavy duty shoot bolts
- Magnetic door keeps
Technical/Downloads
Technical & downloads
Click on the links to download all the essential technical product documentation. Visit our download page to browse the technical details of all our aluminium doors and windows.
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AAA - Data Sheet - AB-60
Guarantee
Powder Coating Cleaning
Why Choose Aluminium for Bifold Doors?
Aluminium is the ideal material for manufacturing superior bifold doors:
- Strong and Durable – Aluminium is resilient to the elements and withstands high traffic use over a lifetime of operation.
- Weatherproof – Aluminium bifold doors achieve exceptional air, wind and water tightness when correctly installed. Thermal breaks minimise conduction for excellent insulation.
- Low Maintenance – Aluminium does not warp, rot or corrode and never needs repainting. Occasional cleaning is all that is required.
- Design Versatility – Aluminium can be shaped, folded, extruded and finished in any number of ways. Perfect for innovative bifold door designs.
- Slim and Light – Aluminium frame and door leaf profiles can be made very slim. Panels are lighter in weight making operation smooth and easy.
- Recyclable and Sustainable – Environmentally conscious homeowners appreciate that aluminium is 100% recyclable. Manufacturing aluminium has low embodied carbon.
Choosing the Right Aluminium Bifold Doors
There are a few key considerations when selecting aluminium bifold doors for a project:
- Performance – Check that the doors meet thermal and acoustic insulation standards and are certified by independent organisations like the British Standards Institute (BSI).
- Hardware – Doors should glide open effortlessly on a smooth roller track system. High-quality hardware is essential for reliable operation over time.
- Seals – Weather sealing and internally glazed gaskets should make the doors completely draught-proof. Anti-finger trap gaskets increase safety.
- Security – Multi-point locks that meet PAS 24 standards provide the highest levels of security and resistance to forced entry.
- Credentials – Reputable bifold door brands will provide extensive product guarantees. Also, look for industry accreditation like ISO 9001 certification.
- Experience – An experienced manufacturer is invaluable for creating bespoke bifold doors to match your exact specifications. They will also have the technical abilities to fulfil challenging designs.
Custom Aluminium Bifold Doors in Watford from Aston Architectural Aluminium
As an experienced bifold door manufacturer based in Watford, Aston Architectural Aluminium provides a full bespoke aluminium bifold door service for installers across Hertfordshire. For over 20 years we have offered premium aluminium glazing products and pride ourselves on quality manufacturing and exceptional service.
Our bifold doors are:
- Fully Customisable – Specify any size, configuration, colour and accessories. If you can design it, we can manufacture it!
- Expertly Engineered – Created by our technical team using the latest 3D modelling software and advanced production methods.
- Watford Made – Our bifold doors are produced locally at our factory giving short lead times and minimal environmental impact.
- Rigorously Tested – We rigorously test our bifold doors to guarantee weather performance and security standards are met.
You can trust Aston Architectural Aluminium to deliver outstanding aluminium bifold doors purpose-built for your customer’s home and lifestyle.
What are the 5 key questions to consider when it comes to Aluminium Bifold Doors in Watford?
Aluminium bifold doors are a major investment and one of the most transformative products for residential renovations. Below we have answered some of the most common questions homeowners in Watford have when considering installing bifold doors. Read on for impartial advice to help you select the best bifold doors for your property and lifestyle.
Contact UsHow much do aluminium bifold doors cost?
As a bespoke product, aluminium bifold door prices vary depending on the complexity of the design, the number of panels, accessories are chosen and other custom specifications
What are the best brands of aluminium bifold doors?
Some of the best brands available in the UK include Schuco, Smart Systems, Origin and AluK. Always check that bifold doors are certified by independent organisations like BSI. Many quality manufacturers will also back their bifold doors with guarantees of up to 20 years.
How energy efficient are aluminium bifold doors?
The latest models of thermally broken aluminium bifold doors easily achieve u-values between 1.4 and 1.8 W/m2K. This allows them to exceed the insulation requirements of UK building regulations. All glass should be high-performance double or triple glazing.
How secure are aluminium bifold doors?
Aluminium bifold doors use multi-point locking mechanisms and shootbolt locks for enhanced security. Choose bifold doors certified to PAS 24 standards for the highest levels of security and resistance to forced entry. Internally glazed beads also prevent the glass from being removed from outside.
Should bifold doors open in or out?
Most homeowners prefer bifold doors that open outwards as this helps maximise interior floor space when the doors are retracted open. Outward-opening bifold doors also have enhanced weather performance as water can run off the external face of the doors. However, both inward and outward-opening bifold doors are available.
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Bifold Door Designs and Configurations
One of the best things about aluminium bifold doors is the high degree of customisation possible. At Aston Architectural Aluminium we offer Watford installers a bespoke bifold door service and have the manufacturing capabilities to fulfil virtually any order.
Number of Door Panels
The number of door panels ranges from 2 to 6 or more. More panels mean a wider opening space when fully retracted. An even number of panels is most common.
Opening Options
Bifold doors are available as inward or outward openings. Outward opening helps maximise interior space.
Door Operation
Doors can be designed to open from the left, right or both sides to suit your space. With double-action bifold doors, panels can open inwards and outwards for flexibility.
Height and Width
There is no set size for bifold doors. They can be designed to fit openings as small as 1.5 metres up to unrestricted spans over 6 metres wide. Panels can be manufactured up to 2.5 metres in height.
Colour/Finish
Over 200 RAL colours are available for aluminium bifold doors in Watford. Popular options include white, grey and black. Real woodgrain effects can be achieved using sublimation technology.