Guides
Practical, plain-English guides to help you measure, choose and order aluminium doors.
How to measure for bi-fold doors
A step-by-step guide to measuring the structural opening for aluminium bi-fold doors, with a diagram, fitting tolerances and common mistakes to avoid.
Read the guide →Bi-fold door sizes explained (2 to 6 panels)
How bi-fold door widths, panel counts and heights work, with worked examples from 2 to 6 panels and the size limits for stock and bespoke aluminium bi-folds.
Read the guide →Supply-only bi-fold doors: what you need to know
What buying supply-only aluminium bi-fold doors involves: measuring, choosing an installer, delivery, inspection, payment and returns, explained by Glazing Counter.
Read the guide →Bi-fold vs sliding vs French doors: which is right for you?
Compare aluminium bi-fold, sliding and French doors: how they open, opening widths, views, space and where each works best, to help you choose the right patio door.
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