Read our selection of informative articles about our product range and general home improvement ideas.


  • A complete guide to corner bifold doors

    A complete guide to corner bifold doors

    For new extensions and creating focal-point glazing, corner bifold doors, whether fixed or fully opening, are one of the best ways of creating doors that deliver on style, functionality and a different look to regular patio doors. Whether closed on colder days or fully open in the spring and summer, corner bifold doors add a…

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  • Bifold sliding or French doors, what is better?

    Bifold sliding or French doors, what is better?

    With many properties having new extensions, our customers often ask about bifold, sliding or French doors and which door type is better for the property or the project overall. Bifold, sliding or French doors all provide a different look, style and functionality and some may work better in some house types than others. Bifolding doors…

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  • Part L 2022 changes and how to comply

    Part L 2022 changes and how to comply

    UK Building Regulations are now different and the part Part L 2022 changes are now in force since mid-June. These new requirements are intended to ensure windows and doors have even lower U-Values or improved Energy Ratings. They apply to existing buildings, new build properties and even commercial buildings. Here’s what you need to know…

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  • The bifold traffic door and why its useful

    The bifold traffic door and why its useful

    When it comes to choosing the right design for a new set of folding sliding doors, the bifold traffic door is one of the most useful features you can add to the door set. Designed to give your bifold even better functionality and make living with the doors easier, traffic doors don’t add to the…

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  • Bifold door opening options explained

    Bifold door opening options explained

    When planning bifolding doors for a new extension or for an existing opening, the bifold door opening options available all provide a different look and user experience for your trade or end-user clients. For buildings looking to buy direct or for homeowners wanting more information here is a guide to the various bifolding door options…

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  • How to choose Cortizo sliding patio doors

    How to choose Cortizo sliding patio doors

    The Cortizo brand name is synonymous with high quality glazing systems and the most popular product are Cortizo sliding patio doors. There are two key products available, the Cor-Vision and the mid-range sliding door product, called the Cortizo 4700. We’ve put together a buying guide, helping you choose the right Cortizo slider for your project…

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