For example if you were considering replacing the french doors leading to your wardrobe or kitchen pantry with bifold doors it wouldn t be half as complicated a job.
Replacing french doors with bifold.
As you look at replacing your sliding patio door with a french patio door there are a variety of options and upgrades to consider.
Determine which way the doors will be facing and which one will be on the right and left when you hang them.
Bifold doors are made up of between 2 7 panels that fold into each other when opened leaving a spacious walk through to the next room or garden.
Unscrew and remove the track and any.
I didn t just hate the look of the bi fold doors i also hated the fact that they were bi fold doors.
If your main priority is space it may be worth reminding yourself of the fact that bi fold doors take up less space as there s no protruding door when it s open since it just folds in on itself.
Many of the pros and cons listed above would still apply though minus the lighting and view points of course.
The style and color of the door handle can be upgraded and you can also add grids for a traditional french door look.
If you re someone looking to maximise their interior space you might lean more towards bi fold doors.
Patio door options and upgrades.
While patio doors can replace external french doors bifold doors can be installed internally or externally.
Measure and mark where you ll be putting the hinges.
So that is the basics behind the face lift.