What is a Bifold door?
Bifold doors are doors that slide and concertina when opened. They are generally made from connecting panels that fold up against the wall. They contract into a tight storage area in a corner of a doorway, but once opened up they completely fill the open space.
The Benefits of Bifold Doors
Light
Bifold doors are a popular choice and bring a modern and luxurious feel to any home. Allowing you to completely open up one side of your room, bifold doors have proven to have a positive effect on mood due to the increased amount of sunlight filtering into the home.
Scenery
Bifold doors give you the opportunity to bring the outside in. Make your garden feel like another room in your home, rather than an external extra. With bifold doors you can enjoy your outdoor space, no matter the weather.
Whilst the large size of bifold doors creates a stunning statement, their size also presents the challenge of how to dress them with curtains or blinds.
How to Dress Bifold Doors
You have a choice of curtain poles or curtain tracks if you’re opting for a traditional curtain. It’s entirely your preference when it comes to selecting either of these and both are suitable for the design of a bifold door. Extra-long curtain poles are available for this style of door, and they can be purchased in lots of different styles and designs to match your home.
Blinds
As the design on bifold doors is a modern approach, blinds complement this style. If there’s no room for a curtain pole above your doors, blinds may be the only option for you.
Venetian blinds
Venetian blinds are by far the most popular choice when dressing this style of door as it allows you to fully modify the amount of light that is entering your home and truly gives your room a luxury feel.
Roller blinds
Roller blinds can be fitted by ensuring that each pane has its own blind, so you have the ability to have more light in certain parts of your room.
Electric blinds
If you’re sparing no expense, you could even consider electric blinds. These have a fully motorised mechanism that allows you to operate them from a distance at the push of a button.
When it comes to how to dress your bifold doors you have a wide range of options available. If you’re looking to keep the modern style of the bifold doors, consider a colour coordinated approach with blinds. When considering a warm, homely feel, curtains could be the right choice for you.
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