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An individually-designed porch will add space, complement the look of your home and help make it warmer and more secure. Quality and craftsmanship are just two of the Benefits of an Anglian Door. Tailor-made to your specifications using the highest quality materials, we'll ensure that you're delighted with your replacement door and will go out of our way to make it a pleasurable experience, from planning through to payment. We want you to enjoy your door for many years to come. We're confident about the quality of our doors because our skilled craftspeople only use the finest quality materials: 'Made in Britain' quality marque State-of-the-art Yale locks for security Read about our accreditations We're proud of our products and confidently back them with lengthy guarantees: 10-year guarantee on all exterior door frames 5-year guarantee on all garage doors 15-year guarantee on our Ultra gas-filled sealed units Additional Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) protection as standard
Choosing the right door can be daunting with so many options - here are some FAQs to help you. We love helping our customers improve their homes - read why so many people choose us to replace their doors. Home Inspiration From Anglian If you need some inspiration to help you choose your new doors or would like tips on anything from household security to giving your home a makeover, our 'Good to be Home' blog is what you're looking for. Products that will add value to your home Security: A priority in your new home What are French doors? 6 steps to your new doors 1. Free no-obligation quote 2. We carry out a detailed survey 3. We make your doors 4. We fit your doors 5. We take payment 6. We guarantee our work The address where you’re planning your project We respect your privacy and do not sell data about your enquiry to third parties. Our privacy policy explains how we use your data.Bi-fold door specialists Origin take a look at how aluminium, uPVC and timber compare on qualities such as strength, thermal efficiency, maintenance, style and cost
Once you have made the decision to install bi-fold doors in your home, placement and size aren’t the only considerations. Different materials vary when it comes to performance, longevity and of course, aesthetics — so how do you decide what type of bi-fold door to choose? Here, we look at the pros and cons of the various material options available. Strength is one of the most important factors when it comes to choosing bi-fold doors. The frames have to support huge panes of glass, and be durable enough to withstand constant use and bad weather. Aluminium is comparatively stronger than timber or uPVC and can therefore support more glass on thinner frames. This allows you to keep framework to a minimum, leaving views unobstructed while letting light in. Due to the strength of this metal, aluminium can be specified for corner posts and bay windows, which is not possible with timber or uPVC. Aluminium bi-fold doors are also resistant to flexing or twisting, and very well suited to variable temperatures as they don’t expand and contract with heat variation.
This means they are a great choice for coastal locations or places where they are frequently exposed to direct sunlight. The timber used in bi-fold doors is often engineered timber, which is much stronger than solid timber. It is made from pieces of wood glued together with polyurethane, and it is these layers that provide strength. However, engineered timber can still warp if it absorbs too much moisture or is overexposed to sunlight. Once warped, the gaskets can’t be sealed properly and the doors will not fully close, leading to draughts and weak-points. Bi-fold doors made from uPVC offer similar strength to timber. Just like timber they can also warp in extreme weather and will expand or contract as the temperature changes. This means they can become damaged by adverse weather and become difficult to open or close. As glazing makes up most of the bi-fold door, it is the glass that has the biggest impact on thermal efficiency, but the frames can also affect the overall performance.
Thermal efficiency is measured in what is known as a U-value. This represents the rate at which heat passes through a material and tells us how good it is at insulating. All bi-fold doors must have a U-value of at least 1.8W/m2. The U-value should be for the glass and framework combined — clarify this with the supplier as some will quote for just the glass. The lower the value, the better the material is as a heat insulator. Metal is a good conductor, so aluminium has often been associated with poor thermal efficiency as the frame acts as a thermal bridge leading to quicker heat loss. However, most aluminium bi-fold doors include a thermal break. The break is made of a less conductive material (Origin use polyamide) and sits between the interior and exterior faces of the frame to manage heat loss. Aluminium doors can be environmentally friendly from more than just a thermal efficiency point of view. Aluminium is widely recycled and many companies make their doors from recycled metal (Origin recycles 100% of all scrap aluminium produced when manufacturing their products).
Timber is less conductive than metal, and the average timber bi-fold has a U-value of 1.4W/m2. Efficiency can be improved using similar methods to those used for aluminium doors, but as timber doors are prone to contracting in cold weather causing gaps, their thermal efficiency can be affected. If you choose timber, always look for wood that has been come from a Forestry Stewardship Council certified source. With a typical U-value of 1.7W/m2, uPVC has the lowest level of thermal efficiency. Just like wood, efficiency can be affected by any changes to the doors that might come about from heat and weather changes. Of all the materials, uPVC is also the least environmentally friendly. If you do choose uPVC, ask the supplier about the environmental attributes of their bi-fold doors — some have started using recycled plastic. Nobody wants to be constantly painting, repairing or replacing their doors, so it makes sense to choose a material that will stand up to the elements.
Look for bi-fold doors that are weather rated to British Standards. Aluminium is very low-maintenance as they are often powder coated and don’t require repainting. They will not corrode, discolour, rot or warp, and they are resistant to fading in the sunlight. They just need cleaning yearly with soapy water to keep them in good condition. Timber bi-fold doors will require the most maintenance. Expect to paint them every few years to keep them sealed and looking their best. Doors positioned on exposed elevations or ones that get a lot of sun may need painting even more frequently. While uPVC is very low maintenance, it can be easily damaged by the sun and gets scratched more easily than aluminium. Clean them once a year with warm soapy water to keep them looking their best. Looks can have a big influence on which material you decide to buy. Certain materials offer a look that is more suited to different styles of house, and while practicality should reign, the aesthetic incredibly important too.
When used for doors and windows, aluminium is usually powder coated. A solvent-free powder is applied to the metal at a high temperature, creating a durable finish in pretty much any colour. Origin provide over 150 RAL colours, but you can also get metallic and wood-effect finishes. Powder coating also offers the option to have the interior and exterior finished in different colours. Due to the range of finishes available, aluminium bi-fold doors can easily be matched to contemporary and traditional homes. The option for thinner frames also means that you can really make the most of a view. Timber is a popular choice of material for doors and windows, especially in period properties which often have timber sash or casement windows elsewhere. Naturally beautiful, it offers a ‘warmer’ feel than aluminium or uPVC, and can also be painted in any colour you like. Timber bi-fold doors can be clad in powder coated aluminium to make them sturdier and more low maintenance.
This is advisable in sunny places and harsher climates, but it quite an expensive solution compared to wood-grain-effect aluminium. Timber and aluminium are far more desirable options than uPVC — in fact when uPVC is used, many opt for a wood-effect. It can look cheap and is particularly unflattering on period properties. When it comes to bi-fold doors, uPVC frames are much wider than aluminium and even timber, resulting in a bulky look that obscures the view from the inside. Some companies offer coloured uPVC bi-fold doors, but white, grey, black and wood grain are more widely available. The cost of aluminium bi-fold doors can put many people off, as they are the most expensive. However, the outlay is one that you are unlikely to have to make again as they last well over 30 years. Aluminium bi-folds also tend to be more durable than timber or uPVC so you are paying for quality (Origin’s doors are handmade and go through a rigorous checking process prior to installation too).