Condensation What is Condensation? Condensation is moisture in the air that comes into contact with a cold surface and then condenses from water vapour into a liquid again. It points to a problem in humidity levels in the home and a lack of adequate ventilation which in turn can lead to damage and mould growth Internal Condensation (on the inner pane of a window) Condensation inside your home points to high moisture levels and a lack of adequate ventilation.  New windows will have been manufactured to achieve a high efficiency and a tight sealed installation, due to this moisture can not escape so it aims for coldest part of the room which is the glass unit. Your old windows may not have produced as much or no condensation at all , this is due to the fact they were less air tight & energy efficient allowing air to pass from the inside to the outside without causing any condensation. Excess moisture can also appear from hot showers, boiling the kettle, cooking and drying wet washing. What can be done about it? Condensation can be reduced by allowing adequate ventilation such as opening slot vents and windows. Extractor fans are also  a good way of reducing excess moisture in bathroom and kitchens. External Condensation (on the outer pane of a window) Condensation appears externally due to the fact that modern windows are manufactured to be more thermally efficient. As a result, the heat will not be able to escape through the outer pane which then causes condensation to appear on the outer pane. The outer pane of the glass is cooler and when the temperature falls below the dew point, moisture in the air condenses on it. Unfortunately, nothing can be done for condensation on the outer pane. However it usually doesn’t last long and means that your windows are keeping the heat in within your house! Window condensation can be worse during a Autumn & Spring morning as at these times of the year the temperature of the glass can drop drastically overnight, yet the dew point remains relatively high. Some windows can be affected more than others as slight changes in orientation or shelter can mean that that windows or even panes next to each other can react differently.

With over 150 different colour options for your bi-fold doors available there’s one to suit every home. And quality of finish is guaranteed – for 20 years! The aluminium is coated with the highest grade powder using an electrostatic process after a special pre-treatment. It is cured at 200°C to form a robust coating that is tougher than conventional paint whilst giving a beautifully smooth surface. This finish is very hardwearing, resistant to scratches – and resistant to colour fading which makes having such a great range of colour choices so tempting. Popular colours for your bi-fold doors Traditional light and dark silver, white and black remain popular choices. Choose one of these for a traditional look, especially for a traditional home. In recent years a dark grey – a slate or anthracite – has joined this popular selection giving a smart twist to a conventional option. Choose a dark grey for a look that is not quite conventional! Wood grain-look aluminium for your bi-fold doors Wood grain aluminium – how does that work? This is an innovative choice that offers the appeal of real wood without the bother of the maintenance, expansion or warping. The aluminium is powder coated as a base colour. It is then wrapped in a containing film which creates a vacuum for perfect adhesion. Then it is cured in a high temperature oven, transferring the ink on the film onto the base surface, creating a wood grain effect. Once cooled, the film is removed to leave a finish that resembles genuine wood. Choose from oak, walnut or mahogany. Get creative with colour for your bi-fold doors Looking for something different? With a real wow factor? Don’t worry, Origin bi-fold doors will have just the colour for you. Whether you want something that little bit different or something that will really stand out, a choice of 150 different shades means that you’ll find what you want. From sophisticated urban chic to striking pop art shades, the choice is your. You can also have different colours inside and out – how’s that for a unique look for your home?

Cleaning and maintaining your bi-fold door frames Looking after your bi-fold doors and keeping the frames clean is a straightforward task – even if it is not your favourite chore! Normally you will simply need to give them a thorough wipe with a non-abrasive cloth using warm water and a mild detergent. Be careful with the powder coat finish though. A strong household cleaner could cause damage to the coating spoiling the sleek finish you love. As a general rule, more stubborn stains can be dealt with using a non-abrasive liquid cream cleaner or paraffin-based cleaning solution. Cleaning the tracks of your bi-fold doors It is important for the smooth running of your bi-fold doors that you keep the tracks free from stones and debris as these can cause damage. The easiest way is simply to run your vacuum cleaner nozzle. An accumulation of dirt can be cleaned away by running a cloth along the track. With some doors it can be a good idea to keep the tracks and mechanisms lubricated with a silicon spray. Check with your supplier to see if this advisable for your doors. If so, concentrate on the area where the wheel and guide disks meet the tracks to ensure on-going smooth running. If you find that the track has suffered real damage, your best option is to contact a professional to assess the situation. It might be something that they can fix or they might recommend replacing the damaged track. But please don’t tinker with it yourself. You could make an easily-fixed problem worse! Cleaning the glass of your bi-fold doors When you’ve invested in bi-fold doors to bring sunlight into your home, the last thing you want is to spoil that effect with streaky glass. Here are our tips for keeping your bi-fold doors sparkling: An eco-friendly 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water is a long-standing traditional way to clean glass for a reason. But it will leave a powerful smell of vinegar for a while so this might be one for a nice day when you can get some fresh air into the room. A mixture of soap and water is a common choice but don’t go overboard with the soap as the suds will leave a streaky residue on the glass. To avoid streaks your choice of cleaning tool is key. Microfibre cloths or squeegees are best for a streak-free effect. Try to avoid letting dirty water drip onto the frames. If it does, make sure you wipe it away fully. Sparkling clean windows need a smart, smear-free frame to off-set them.

If you want a sleek and stylish appearance, you should choose aluminium bi-fold doors. You’ll also find they provide all the strength and security that you need for your home. Aluminium bi-fold doors for strength and security Aluminium bi-fold doors are supremely strong. Whilst only 67% the weight of steel, the premium grade aluminium used in our Origin bi-fold doors is the highest quality. As with all Origin products, the aluminium uses only prime billets, meaning that it has not been made from re-melting scraps. This gives superior control over the overall formulation of the aluminium And this, in turn, gives a much better finish than you might find with other products. Aluminium has an intrinsic strength which will make your bi-fold doors: Physically secure, Low maintenance, Energy efficient, and Very long lasting. Even the worst weather conditions will see it maintain its shape, with no warping or flexing. So you can be confident that your bi-fold doors will be long lasting and stay looking good. As a versatile material, aluminium is ideal to accommodate complicated door requirements that your home might present. For example, bay-style layouts or corner posts are easier to accommodate without the extra demands requiring extra weight. Aluminium bi-fold doors for style The lightweight versatility of aluminium means that the frames of your bi-fold doors are surprisingly slim. This helps to give you the best possible view and letting more daylight into your home. All frames are finished with a very high grade powder coating in a wide range of colour options which means you get give a smooth and scratch-resistant surface. With such advantages, it’s no wonder that Origin bi-fold doors come with a 20 year guarantee.

Open up your home with Origin bi-fold doors Bi-fold doors are a great way to bring a whole new look to your home and give you new ways to enjoy opening up a room to the summer sun. We’re particularly pleased with the effect that a stylish choice of aluminium bi-fold door had on this customer’s house, creating a contemporary look that, combined with new decking gives them a flexibility to enjoy their leisure time. A low threshold gives even floor level finishes inside and outside which helps to create an even better sense of space. Bifold doors are simple and seamless to use, opening smoothly on a free-glide roller system with just a gentle push. This house has five doors which accommodate the width of the extended area of the property but you can choose a configuration of between two and eight doors – whatever best suits your home. Bifold doors aren’t only for the summer, of course. In winter they let in precious daylight whilst keep the cold and wet firmly outside. Origin doors’ thermal efficiency significantly surpasses the British Building Regulation requirements keeping you cosy in the depths of winter whilst still allowing you to enjoy a view of your garden. They are highly secure too with a unique 8-point locking system with linear bolts, deep-throw security hooks and strong hinges which give maximum compression to ensure that the doors are both secure and weather resistant. Because Origin use only premium grade aluminium, you can rely on the frames to be strong and durable whilst still being narrow enough to create the largest glazed area possible to allow in plenty of natural light. At Glazedale we use Origin components because their quality standards match ours. They are durable, secure and energy-efficient and, of course, incredibly stylish as our pictures show. Read more about your options when choosing Origin aluminium bi-folding doors…

Highly Secure Bi-fold Doors One reason we choose to work with Origin bi-fold doors is their high level of security which exceeds all the latest stringent security standards including Pas23/24. The unique 8-point locking system with linear bolts, deep-throw security hooks and strong hinges, gives maximum compression to ensure that the doors are both secure and weather resistant. Where some bi-fold doors can have a point of weakness in the locking cylinder or barrel, Origin’s design of cylinders is proven to protect against all types of attempted intrusion from snapping or picking to drilling or bumping. You couldn’t ask for a more secure design of lock. In addition, the strong aluminium profile means that Origin bi-fold doors are as secure as you could wish for.