Upgrade to Bifold Doors: Modern Solutions for Harpenden Homes
- 31 July 2025
- News
Key Findings
- Bifold doors are loved for how easily they open up your home to the outdoors, creating a seamless flow between inside and outside.
- These predominantly glass doors are available with either aluminium, uPVC, or composite frames from Crown.
- The frames are slim, which means larger glass panes for increased natural light intake.
- Bifold doors from Crown are made-to-measure, giving you peace of mind that your installation will fit your home.
- Crown provides a 10-year guarantee, expert installation, and a wide range of custom options to suit your home
Bifold doors have quickly become one of the most popular door styles across the country.
It’s easy to understand why, as homeowners increasingly want more natural light, a more comfortable environment, and the chance to open their living space to the outdoors.
Folding to the side concertina-style and made using premium materials, bifold doors tick all these boxes.
This blog will explore their suitability for homes in Harpenden, dive deeper into their benefits, and assess the various options available on the market.
Experience a seamless indoor-outdoor flow with our modern black aluminium bifold doors, adding style and natural light to your home.
What is a bifold door?
Bifold doors are sets of connected panels that fold neatly to one or both sides, creating a wide, uninterrupted opening between inside and outside. Unlike traditional French doors that swing open for example, bifold door panes stack together concertina or zig-zag style, saving space and offering a sleek, modern appearance. The slim frames, made from aluminium, uPVC, or composite materials, are designed to maximise views and natural light, creating a sense of openness and seamless integration with your outdoor living spaces.
They operate smoothly and incorporate a multi-point locking system, ensuring security while providing easy access to your garden or patio. Whether you want to open up a kitchen extension or create an inviting entrance to a garden room, bifold doors provide a versatile and stylish solution that fits perfectly with modern Harpenden homes.
What are the benefits of a bifold door?
Increased natural light
Thanks to slim frames and large glazed panels, bifold doors allow maximum daylight into your living space. This boost of natural light not only brightens rooms, making them feel lighter, but improves your overall living experience, helping to reduce the need for artificial lighting during the day.
The surge in popularity of bifold doors has coincided with the knowledge of the health benefits of regular natural light exposure, which includes better mood, improved sleep, and even increased productivity, creating a great environment for either yourself or a family to enjoy.
Space-saving design
Bifold doors fold compactly to the side, avoiding the space needed for doors to swing open. This makes them ideal for areas where space is at a premium or where you want an unobstructed opening to your garden or patio.
Energy efficiency
Available with double or triple glazing, bifold doors provide excellent thermal efficiency. This helps maintain consistent indoor temperatures, lowers heating costs, and reduces your carbon footprint. The high-quality seals and frames also prevent drafts and heat loss, contributing to year-round comfort.
Easy operation and security features
Smooth, effortless opening is paired with multi-point locking mechanisms and toughened glass, giving you complete peace of mind. These security features ensure your home is protected without compromising on style or accessibility.
Seamless indoor-outdoor divide
Bifold doors create a striking sense of openness, blending your indoor living spaces with outdoor areas. This is perfect for entertaining, whether it be an outdoor barbecue, indoor dining al-fresco style, patio drinks, or simply enjoying your garden, making the most of Harpenden’s outdoor living opportunities.
Elegant brown bifold doors bring warmth and charm, seamlessly connecting your cosy indoor space with a rustic outdoor patio.
Bifold doors from Crown
Materials to suit every home
- Aluminium
Aluminium is a lightweight, durable metal known for strength and sleek aesthetics. Its slim frames maximise glass and light, while thermal breaks improve efficiency. Powder-coated finishes resist weathering, making aluminium a premium, low-maintenance choice for modern homes. - uPVC
uPVC is a rigid plastic offering excellent insulation at a lower cost. It’s thicker than aluminium, incredibly energy-efficient and weather-resistant. Easy to maintain and available in various finishes, uPVC is ideal for budget-conscious homeowners seeking practicality. - Composite
Composite doors combine various materials for a hybrid frame with strength, insulation, and style. You get the slim, modern look of aluminium outside and improved thermal performance inside. A great all-rounder for energy efficiency and durability.
Glazing options and colours
Choose from double or triple glazing to suit your energy efficiency goals.
Crown offers over 150 RAL colour options plus popular shades such as terracotta, olive grove, jet black, natural oak, and melon yellow.
Dual-colour finishes are available if you prefer different colours inside and out, allowing seamless integration with your home’s design.
Security and peace of mind
Every bifold door comes with multi-point locking systems and toughened safety glass for high security.
Plus, every installation includes a 10-year guarantee covering frames, glazing, and workmanship, offering complete peace of mind.
Made-to-measure and customisable
Each bifold door set is built to your exact measurements, with configurable widths and folding layouts.
You can also select handle styles and threshold levels to match your specific needs, making sure the final product fits perfectly within your home.
FAQs
How do bifold doors differ from sliding patio doors?
Bifold doors fold fully open to maximise the width of your opening, while sliding doors slide sideways on tracks, making bifolds ideal for wide, unobstructed views.
Are bifold doors energy efficient?
Yes, with double glazing or triple glazing and tight seals, bifold doors provide excellent thermal efficiency to help reduce heating costs.
Can I choose the colour of my bifold doors?
Absolutely. Crown offers a wide range of powder-coated colours and dual-colour finishes to suit your home’s style.
Do bifold doors require a lot of maintenance?
No. Aluminium, composite, and uPVC bifolds are low maintenance, requiring just occasional cleaning to keep them looking and operating smoothly.
Are bifold doors secure?
Yes, they come with multi-point locking systems and toughened glass for robust security.
Who are Crown?
Crown Conservatories, Windows & Doors LTD has over 20 years of experience supplying and installing premium extensions, doors, and windows in Harpenden, St Albans, Milton Keynes, and Hertfordshire. Our local, skilled team is dedicated to customer satisfaction, offering expert advice, free consultations, and 3D design plans.
We hold FENSA accreditation and provide a 10-year guarantee on all installations. Visit our showroom or contact us today via our website’s contact form to start your journey to a brighter, more spacious home with Crown’s bifold doors.
