Bifold Door Flush Sill Detail
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Bifold door flush sill detail. Both sills are made of heavy duty extruded 6005 t5 aluminum providing strength and rigidity. On most swing entrance doors or french doors you will find a step over type of threshold although a low threshold option is available with most quality door products. Creating a flush threshold on sliding doors as well as effective drainage and weather protection has many benefits when planning a new extension. On the outside of the sill be careful to allow a small space of around 3mm for any water to drain out of the bifold sill correctly.
Not only does a flush threshold provide a very attractive detail with the doors open or closed but it also provides step free access as you move in and out of your home. The on floor drainage sill is designed with built in drainage channels spaced out every 17 to 24 depending on overall width to manage water. One of the key features of bifolding doors when compared to patio doors or french doors is the threshold. They include outswing and inswing sectional drawings product information and specifications standard and custom size charts panel details and testing performance data.
Have a look through our bifold door gallery and you may notice that some of our customers have chosen to build up timber tiles on the inside and tiles decking concrete or lawn on the outside. We have provided technical resources that are informative and can be a useful tool. In addition to creating seamless transition between living spaces the inclusion of a flush threshold minimises the risk of trips and falls and ensures ease of accessibility. Marlin provides a free sample of the door system threshold profile for your planner and builder to work from.
The design team at iq have created a number of standard design details in order to integrate this flush threshold drainage channel with our flush threshold doors. The proglide ultraflat sliding door from alspec allows architects and designers the freedom to achieve large expansive openings whilst also offering a weather resistant wheelchair compliant sill to as1428 1 without the need to compromise on performance or aesthetics. By using the sample you will know exactly how to set the masonry at the correct height to support the threshold and achieve a low or flush appearance. The flowthru solution works seamlessly with vantage and elevate sliding door and bi fold door systems where a flush sill is desired.