With 28% of working adults utilising a combination of home working and travelling to work, coupled with house prices increasing by 6.3%, it is not surprising that flexible living solutions are becoming more desirable. Opting for folding doors that can seamlessly divide a living space into two separate areas is an efficient way to create more space in the home. Here’s a quick guide to how flexible living can be achieved with the use of folding doors and the benefits of such an application.

Folding doors utilise several connected panels that move within an opening to connect two rooms. When open, the doors conveniently fold or stack together to allow two rooms to be opened up as one – perfect for when entertaining or socialising. Upon closing the doors, the panels unfold and act as a wall to divide two spaces – ideal for independent activities or to create a cosy environment.

Benefits of Folding Doors for Flexible Living

Increase Accessibility

The stacking formation of internal folding doors allows them to be stored neatly to one side when open, saving valuable floor space and creating a clear walkway between rooms with easy accessibility.

Increased Natural Light

When installed with glazed doors, internal folding systems promotes the flow of natural light between rooms. This not only helps save money on energy bills but also creates an illusion of space throughout the home.

Large Opening Widths

Internal folding systems used as room dividers are extremely practical in comparison to sliding and swing doors. Unlike sliding doors, folding doors move within the opening and therefore do not require any wall reveal to house the doors when open. Due to the various door configurations offered by folding door systems, multiple doors can be connected to cater for large opening widths – something that cannot be achieved with swing doors.

Reduced Noise Pollution

When closed, internal folding doors act as a wall to separate two rooms – offering many benefits including reduced noise for when two different activities need to take place in one area of the home.

How P C Henderson Can Help

At P C Henderson, we offer three internal folding door systems suitable for room dividers and partitions, each with their own unique features and benefits to help achieve flexible living spaces within the home: Huskyfold 30, Roomflex 40 and Roomflex 50.

	Huskyfold 30	Roomflex 40	Roomflex 50
Weight Capacity	30kg	40kg	50kg
Suitable for DIY Projects?	Yes	Yes	No
Application Type	Residential	Residential	Commercial
Product Specification	Available in kit pack format with the track included in the kit.	Available in kit pack format. The track must be purchased in addition to the kit.	Available in kit pack format. The track must be purchased in addition to the kit.
Door Configurations	2+0 2+1 2+2 3+0 3+1 4+0	2+0 2+1 2+2 3+0 3+1 3+2 3+3 4+0	2+0 2+1 3+0 3+1 3+2 3+3
Floor Guide Channel Required	No	No	No
Lockable	Doors can be locked in place wih a flush bolt, available to purchase separately.	Doors can be locked in place wih a flush bolt included in the kit.	Doors can be locked in place wih a flush bolt included in the kit.