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Bifold doors with integrated blinds

Bifold Doors with Integral Blinds: Buyer’s Guide

Our guide to bifold doors with integral blinds (also known as integrated blinds or inbuilt blinds), how they work, costs, pros/cons in terms of appearance, security, and maintenance.

Extra wide large bifold doors

Large Bifold Doors: Everything You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about large bifold doors: common sizes and materials, benefits, design options, maintenance, costs, efficiency & more.

Bifold doors going around a corner in a living room

Guide to Corner Bifold Doors: Corner Post and Open Corner Doors

Our guide to corner bifold doors, including corner post folding doors and open/floating corner variants, how they work, structural requirements, advantages/disadvantages, and more.

Modern sliding patio doors

An Intro to Modern Sliding Doors – Homeowners’ Guide

Our guide to UK homeowners interested in buying some modern sliding doors (also known as patio doors) for their home.

Home with modern bifold doors

Modern Bifold Doors: How to Choose Bifolding Doors

Everything you need to know about modern bifold doors, including benefits, potential drawbacks, price, installation process, and maintenance tips.

Living room with ultra slim internal bifold doors

Internal Bifold Doors with Glass: Buyer’s Guide

Find out how internal bifold doors with glass can improve your home. Covering everything from design options to installation and maintenance tips.

Industrial anthracite grey external glass living room doors

Choosing the Perfect Glass Living Room Doors for Your Home

Find the perfect glass living room doors for your home. Whether you prefer French, sliding, or frameless designs, we guide you through the options.

Concertina doors

Everything You Need to Know About Concertina Doors

Considering concertina doors? Our guide explains different materials, installation methods, and maintenance routines to ensure your doors last.

Heritage Crittall style external aluminium sliding doors

Georgian Style Bifold Doors (Crittall Style Doors): Buyer’s Guide

Considering Crittall style doors? Our guide covers design features, installation tips, and practical benefits, helping you make an informed decision.

Sliding doors, an often cheaper bifold door alternative

Alternatives to Bifold Doors: Sliding, Pivot, Pocket & More

Some popular alternatives to bifold doors for the home, including sliding doors, pivot doors, pocket doors, slide and turn doors, and more.

Slimline internal sliding glass doors

Internal Sliding Doors: Indoor Sliding Doors Buyer's Guide

Internal sliding doors are perfect for modern homes, from kitchens to living rooms. Our guide to the benefits, types, installation, and what to look for.

External bifold kitchen doors

Bifold Kitchen Doors – Buyer’s Guide

Bifold kitchen doors demystified: Our buyer's guide to kitchen bifolds walks you through options, costs, and practical considerations for UK homes.

brown swing and slide doors

Slide and Swing Doors: Everything You Need to Know

Slide and swing doors demystified. Learn about their design, functionality, and how they compare to other door types.

External aluminium patio doors

Aluminium Patio Doors Buyer’s Guide: Sliding Into Style

From slimline designs to colour options, durability and energy efficiency, learn why aluminium patio doors are a top choice for modern homes.

Sliding garden double doors

Sliding Garden Doors: Everything You Need to Know

Choose the perfect sliding garden doors with our expert guide to garden patio doors: types, materials, energy efficiency, security features, and more.

Slide and fold doors partially open

Different Styles and Types of Patio Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Our detailed buyer's guide to the different types of patio doors including bifold doors, French doors, sliding doors, slide and fold doors, and more.

External sliding living room doors

Guide to Sliding Living Room Doors (Internal and External)

Choose the right sliding living room doors. Our buyer's guide simplifies choices, from materials to security and design ideas, for your living room.

office glass partitions boardroom

Frameless Office Glass Partitions: Buyer’s Guide

Create a modern office environment with frameless office glass partitions. Learn about styles, materials, and installation in our detailed guide.

slide and fold french door alternative outside

What’s the Best Alternative to French Doors? A Comparison

Looking for an alternative to French doors? Learn about sliding, bifold, and frameless doors that could better suit your needs and how they compare.

black sliding patio doors 3 panel

Black Sliding Patio Doors: What You Need to Know

Black sliding patio doors offer style and functionality. Learn how to incorporate them into your home's interior and exterior design effectively.

small garden room with bifold doors

Garden Room Bifold Doors: Homeowner’s Guide

Find the ideal garden room bifold doors for your home. Our article covers styles, materials, and practical considerations.

slide and stack patio doors

Comparing The Different Types of Sliding Doors

Confused about sliding door options? Our guide to types of sliding doors helps you make an informed choice for your home or office.

slide and stack doors swimming pool

Slide and Stack Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Considering slide and stack doors for your renovation? Our guide provides all the information you need to make the right choice.

sliding back doors with integral blinds

Choosing Sliding Back Doors – Guide for Homeowners

Sliding back doors offer unique benefits for homeowners. Discover how they can improve light, space, and energy efficiency in our detailed guide.

white sliding doors from inside with view

White Sliding Patio Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Our guide to white sliding patio doors, including how they affect perceived size and brightness of your rooms and their impact on home atmosphere.

patio sliding doors and outdoor seating area

Patio Sliding Doors: Your Questions Answered

Our detailed guide to patio sliding doors covers design options, performance factors, design tips and more. Find out how to select doors that work for you.

slide and fold internal glass partition doors

Internal Glass Partition Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Uncover the benefits of internal glass partition doors in creating flexible environments in homes and offices with our guide to the types and styles.

conservatory interior sliding glass doors

Sliding Interior Doors: Complete Buyer’s Guide

Create flexible living spaces with sliding interior doors. Our buyer's guide for open-plan homes, small spaces, and period properties, and more.

external sliding kitchen doors slide and fold

Thinking About Getting Sliding Kitchen Doors? Buyer’s Guide

Sliding kitchen doors come in various styles to suit every home. This article covers traditional and modern designs, internal and external.

slide and stack floor to ceiling doors

A Guide to Floor to Ceiling Sliding Doors

Thinking about installing floor to ceiling sliding doors? This guide covers everything from materials to maintenance, design tips, and various types.

narrow exterior french doors with dog flap and side windows

Guide to Narrow French Doors (Internal and External)

Narrow French doors offer a stylish solution for limited wall space. Our guide covers internal and external options, plus alternatives options.

large sliding patio doors

Everything You Need to Know About Large Sliding Doors

Intrigued by the idea of large sliding doors for your home but unsure where to start? Get design tips and answers to common questions in our guide.

large sliding crittall doors

A Guide to Sliding Crittall Doors (Internal and External)

Curious about incorporating sliding crittall doors into your home? Our expert guide covers all aspects of selection, installation, and maintenance.

slide and fold sliding conservatory doors

Sliding Conservatory Doors: Complete Buyer’s Guide

Upgrading your conservatory? Consider sliding doors for improved access and views. We detail the installation process and potential challenges.

dining room heritage patio doors

A Guide to Modern Heritage Patio Doors

Heritage patio doors combine the best of past and present design. Our guide covers different styles, colours, integral bars, use cases, and more.

frameless internal bespoke sliding doors

Choosing the Perfect Bespoke Sliding Doors for your Home

Discover the advantages of bespoke sliding doors for your home renovation project. Our guide covers the customisation options available.

narrow patio doors slide and fold

The Complete Guide to Narrow Patio Doors

Narrow patio doors offer a smart solution for homes with limited wall space. Our guide covers different types, materials, design options and more.

conservatory sliding door ideas

Sliding Door Ideas: Modern, Period Homes, Open Plan & More

Explore our sliding door ideas to upgrade your home's layout and functionality. Includes tips for open-plan living, period properties, and more.

modern metal patio doors

Metal Patio Doors – Complete Buyer’s Guide

Discover why metal patio doors are gaining popularity in UK homes. We examine their durability, versatility, energy-saving potential, and more.

white interior sliding doors living room

A Complete Guide to White Interior Sliding Doors

White interior sliding doors offer a clean, contemporary look for any home. This guide looks at different styles and their applications in various rooms.

ultra slim made to measure sliding doors

Made to Measure Sliding Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Made to measure sliding doors offer a range of design possibilities. From sleek modern styles to traditional looks, there's an option for every home.

anthracite grey sliding doors

Buyer’s Guide to Anthracite Grey Sliding Doors

Wondering if anthracite grey sliding doors suit your home? Our guide explains compatibility with different architectural styles and offers decor advice.

bifold doors as sliding doors alternatives

Sliding Door Alternatives: Which is Best For Me?

Tired of your old sliding doors? Our guide to popular sliding door alternatives compares options like French, slide and turn, pocket, bifold & more.

white sliding outside doors

Sliding Outside Doors: Complete Buyer’s Guide

Create a stunning entrance with sliding outside doors. Our guide covers everything from basic designs to luxurious options, materials and types.

2 door bifold patio doors

Buyer’s Guide to 2 Door Bifold Patio Doors

Thinking about installing 2 door bifold patio doors? Our guide covers everything from pros & cons to efficiency, and answers to common questions.

french doors vs bifold doors: bifold doors

French Doors vs Bifold Doors: Which Should I Choose?

French doors vs bifold doors: which is the right choice for your home? We compare design, functionality, and more. Find out which door type is best.

accordion glass doors fully open

Accordion Glass Doors: Complete Guide to Accordion Doors

Accordion glass doors offer a stylish way to open up a living space, combining form & function in a unique design. Learn more in our buyer's guide.

white 4 panel bifold doors

Complete Buyer’s Guide to 4 Panel Bifold Doors

Curious about 4 panel bifold doors? Our guide covers everything from basic setups to corner installations, traffic doors and threshold options.

bifold patio doors with built in blinds

Patio Doors with Built In Blinds: Navigating the Options

Patio doors with built in blinds offer a clean, uncluttered look for your home. Learn about different blind types, customisation, efficiency, and more.

frosted glass sliding door room dividers

Sliding Door Room Dividers Guide: Styles and Applications

Create multi-purpose spaces with sliding door room dividers. Our guide covers materials, styles, and more. Find solutions for every room.

external folding doors in kitchen

External Folding Doors: Pick Your Perfect Style

Our guide walks you through choosing external folding doors for your home improvement project. Materials and styles suit every taste and budget.

floor to ceiling bifold doors

Floor to Ceiling Bifold Doors: The Complete Guide

Floor to ceiling bifold doors can change how you use your living space throughout the year. Different systems suit different homes and lifestyles.

slimline internal room dividers

Internal Room Dividers: Buyer’s Guide, Design Tips & Ideas

Make your home more practical with internal room dividers. Our guide shows you how to pick the right style, from glass panels to folding systems.

double glazed patio doors

A Clear Guide to Double Glazed Patio Doors

Looking for quality double glazed patio doors for your home? Learn about materials, glass types, efficiency, and how to match doors to your space.

frameless internal folding glass doors

Internal Folding Glass Doors – Buyer’s Guide & Design Tips

Looking to divide rooms without losing light? Our guide to internal folding glass doors explains everything from track systems to glass options.

narrow sliding doors

Narrow Sliding Doors: Making the Most of Limited Space

Make every centimetre count with narrow sliding doors designed for smaller openings. See options for both internal and external applications.

slimline aluminium bifold doors

Shopping for Aluminium Bifold Doors: Buyer’s Guide

Planning to buy aluminium bifold doors? Learn about materials, security features, and essential factors that affect long-term performance.

5 panel folding glass walls

Complete Guide to Folding Glass Walls

Planning to add folding glass walls? Learn about frame types, glass options, styles, and what makes quality systems stand out from basic ones.

garden room sliding doors

Garden Room Sliding Doors: A Complete Buyer’s Guide

Not sure which garden room sliding doors will work best? Our guide explains technical specs, design options, and practical matters in plain English.

conservatory bifold room dividers

Guide to Bifold Room Dividers: Options, Applications & More

Need help choosing the right bifold room dividers? Our guide covers materials, styles, practical aspects of installation, applications, and more.

energy efficient patio doors

Energy Efficient Patio Doors: Homeowner’s Guide

Poor door choices can waste hundreds in heating costs per year. See how energy efficient patio doors lower costs through design and maintenance.

sliding glass orangery doors

Glass Orangery Doors: The Complete Guide

Glass orangery doors can make or break your extension's success. Our guide covers everything from style matching to technical specs and more.

double glazed bifold doors

Double Glazed Bifold Doors Made Simple

Double glazed bifold doors offer excellent insulation and modern style. Find out about costs, materials, and how to pick the right configuration.

secure patio doors

Secure Patio Doors: What to Look For

Modern secure patio doors offer much better protection than older models. Find out which security features matter most when picking new doors.

pros and cons of bifold doors

The Pros and Cons of Bifold Doors

Need advice on bifold doors? Our guide shows some pros and cons of bifold doors for British homes, from thermal performance to cost and style.

Montage of aluminium slimline sliding door renders

A Comprehensive Guide to Aluminium Slimline Sliding Doors

Explore the beauty and functionality of aluminium slimline sliding doors
in our comprehensive guide. Discover their benefits, customisation options, installation
process, and maintenance tips to transform your space with modern elegance.

Low threshold sliding patio doors

Low Threshold Sliding Patio Doors Guide – Practical and Stylish

Low threshold sliding patio doors are a fantastic option that offer a sleek and modern look while providing easy access to your garden. In this guide, we look at the benefits of low threshold sliding patio doors, their materials, installation, and pros and cons. Plus, some practical tips and advice to help you make an informed decision when upgrading your home.

Patio doors that open all the way, fully open

Comparing Patio Doors That Open All the Way

Picture this: you’re stepping out into your garden, basking in the warm sunlight, without having to squeeze past a clunky door frame. Sounds lovely, doesn’t it? Well, that’s exactly what patio doors that open all the way can do for your home. Whether you’re giving your home a makeover or starting from scratch, these doors bring both style and practicality to the table.

Bifold doors vs sliding doors

Bifold vs Sliding Doors: Which One’s Right for Your Home?

When it comes to sprucing up your home, doors play a big part – they’re not just there to look pretty, but they also have a real impact on how your space looks and feels. Two popular choices that always seem to be in the running are bifold doors vs sliding doors. But how do you know which one’s the best fit for you?

Night photo of large sliding glass patio doors

An Introduction to Large Sliding Glass Patio Doors

Large sliding glass patio doors are a stylish way to open your living space, bringing the outdoors in. These doors usually have big glass panels that slide sideways along tracks, making a wide opening to your garden or patio.

You can get them in various sizes and styles to suit any home or taste.

Bi folding summerhouse doors

Bifold Summerhouse Doors: Your Full Guide

Bifold doors work especially well for summerhouses. They help create a light and airy feel. Whether your summerhouse is an office, a place to relax, or somewhere to entertain, bifold doors can make the space much more pleasant to use.

Custom bifold doors, made-to-measure

Made to Measure Bifold Doors: Everything You Need to Know

Explore the benefits and options of made to measure bifold doors for your home or business. Learn about customisation, installation, and maintenance to find the perfect fit.

3 panel bifold patio doors

French Doors vs Patio Doors: Which is Right for Your Home?

Understanding the differences between French doors vs patio doors is essential for any home improvement project. This comprehensive guide explores the pros and cons of each, helping you decide which is better for your needs.

Anthracite grey bifold doors

Anthracite Grey Bifold Doors: Buyer’s Guide

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about anthracite grey bifold doors. From their aesthetic appeal and customisation options to installation tips and security features, find out why these doors are a popular choice for contemporary homes.

Bifold doors from above

How Much Do Bifolding Doors Cost? Bifold Doors Price Guide

Learn about the cost of bifolding doors, from material choices and customisation options to installation and maintenance expenses.

Bifold doors idea: loft conversion bedroom extension

Bifold Door Ideas: Kitchen, Conservatory, Home Office and More

Thinking of getting some bifolds? We’ve put together some bifold door ideas to inspire you. Whether you’re aiming to bring in more light, or create a modern look, we cover living rooms, kitchens, extensions, and more.

Black bifold patio doors, dining room extension

Black Bifold Doors: Colour Guide for Bi-Folds

Overview of the benefits and types of bifold doors, and use-cases, furniture tips, advantages and disadvantages of black bi-folding doors for kitchens, living rooms, garden rooms, bedrooms and more. A timeless, stylish and practical choice for modern homes.

Black slimline external bifold glass doors

External Bifold Doors: UK Buyer’s Guide for Exterior Bifolds

Our buyer’s guide containing everything you need to know about external bifold doors, including their types, benefits, materials, and key considerations for UK homeowners.

White bifold doors and windows set

White Bifold Doors: Buyer’s Guide

White bifold doors are a stylish and practical choice for modern homes. This comprehensive guide covers their benefits, customisation options, energy efficiency, and how to pair them with your furniture.

Ultra slim slimline patio doors - UK installation

Maximising Aesthetics and Efficiency with Slimline Patio Doors

Unlock the secret to enhancing your home's beauty
and energy efficiency with our comprehensive guide to slimline patio
doors. Learn about the latest designs, benefits, and expert tips.

Bifold doors flush with floor by a pool

The Ultimate Guide to Bifold Doors Flush With Floor: Enhancing Modern Living Spaces

Unlock the full potential of your home with our expert guide on bifold doors flush with the floor. Learn about design considerations, installation tips, and how these doors offer a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces, adding a modern touch to any living area.

Trendy frameless glass pivot patio doors with ultra slim frames looking out onto a patio

Ultimate Guide to Pivot Patio Doors – Transform Your Space

Discover the elegance and efficiency of pivot patio doors. This guide covers design, installation, and maintenance tips.

Ultra slim sliding doors installed by a pool in a contemporary home

The Future of Home Design: An In-depth Look at Ultra Slim Sliding Doors

Explore how ultra slim sliding doors are redefining modern home aesthetics, merging unparalleled elegance with functionality and natural illumination. Dive into our comprehensive 2024 guide for the latest insights.

Folding sliding glass doors by a patio. Brick home, UK

The Ultimate Guide to Folding Sliding Glass Doors: Enhancing Your Living Space

Discover the beauty and functionality of folding sliding glass doors for your home. Learn types, benefits, and installation tips.

Slimmest ultra slim bifold doors in a living room overlooking the sea, letting lots of natural light in

The Art of Minimalist Design: Choosing the Slimmest Bifold Doors for Your Home

Uncover the secrets to minimalist home design with our guide on choosing the slimmest bifold doors for your home. Enhance your space with style and simplicity in 2024.

Aluminium external tilt and slide patio doors installed in a home in the UK

Ultimate Guide to Tilt and Slide Patio Doors for Modern Homes

Discover how tilt and slide patio doors can transform your living space with style, efficiency, and seamless indoor-outdoor connectivity.

low profile bifold doors installation by a pool and sea

Innovative Design Meets Practicality: The Rise of Low Profile Bifold Doors

Discover how low profile bifold doors combine sleek design with practicality to transform modern living spaces.

slimline bifold doors doors installation by a pool at night

Discover the Advantages of Slimline Bifold Doors for Your Home

Explore the elegance and efficiency of Slimline Bifold Doors. Discover how they enhance indoor-outdoor living, offer unmatched views, and seamlessly integrate with any home design, providing a transformative experience for modern living spaces.

Frameless slide and turn patio doors

Slide and Turn Patio Doors vs. Bifold Doors: The Ultimate Guide for Homeowners

Explore the differences between slide and turn and bifold doors to find the best fit for your home’s design and functionality.

Minimal sliding doors by a patio. Brick home, UK

Minimal Sliding Doors for Infinite Views: Complete Guide

Dive into the world of minimal sliding doors. Explore the benefits, styles, and how they compare to traditional patio and bifold doors for a sleek, modern home aesthetic.

Thin frame sliding exterior glass panelled door installed in a UK home

Glass Panelled Doors – All You Need to Know

Discover how glass panelled doors, including bifold and sliding options, internal and external, can transform your home and garden.