I have recently found out why Bifold doors would be suitable for Cardiff homes, and I thought I would share it with you.
Victorian Terraces and Rear Access
Many of the Victorian terraces and Edwardian Semis in the inner suburbs of Cardiff, including areas such as Pontcanna, Roath and Canton, have rear gardens which are difficult to connect to the kitchen/dining area of the property. In many cases the width of the rear of the property is too narrow for the creation of a conventional doorway. Bifolding doors provide the perfect solution.
Compact Gardens Opened Up
By opening up the full width of the rear wall of your home, bifold doors are perfect for connecting up small outdoor spaces. When closed, the panels of your bifolding door can be folded back to one side of the opening. On sunny days, it’s perfect for creating an additional room in your garden.
Cardiff’s Climate and Thermal Performance
The climate in Cardiff needs to be taken into consideration. While the weather can be mild, there are long periods of wet weather and can be very damp. These conditions mean that any glazed door can lose heat quickly. Therefore it is essential to look for a frame, whether it is made of aluminium or uPVC, that is thermally broken. In addition the weatherseal needs to be specified and running continuously around every join of every panel, and not just around the outer frame of the door.
Rear Extensions in Cardiff Suburbs
Rear Extensions in Cardiff Suburbs. Bifolding doors are often chosen for single-storey rear extensions to Cardiff homes, planning under permitted development if the house is not in a conservation area and a planning application submitted to Cardiff Council.
A useful reference for Bifold Doors Cardiff is //choicetradeframes.co.uk/bifold-doors/cardiff/.
Seal Rating for Weathersealing in the Cardiff Area. As previously discussed, it’s even more important to get the weathersealing right for a Bifold door in a wet area like Cardiff than in drier parts of the country. Ask the supplier to quote the seal rating for the weathersealing for the joints of the panels as well as for the outer frame.
