Browse Forums Windows & Doors 1 Apr 25, 2024 5:04 pm Hi there, I'm building a home and trying to see if I can save costs / get something more optimal as well. Currently have a 2.7m tall x 1.2m pivot entry door (pretty expensive). I like the height (2.7m) but I feel like I may not mind making it narrower (e.g. 1m, 1.1m). I'm wondering if a hinged door would be suitable for that? Regardless - I'm wondering if there's anyone who has feedback who has experienced both? One issue with pivot is I don't really like how when it pivots, it creates another 'opening' on the smaller side of the pivot point. Worried things will get squished and pets might run out. I can't really tell how big this is for a 1.2m door though? Also I read that insulation is not as good for pivot. There is a porch outside so direct rain is not the main issue - moreso general temperature & noise leakage. Does it matter at all if I want to get some sort of electronic door lock as well? Does anyone have any opinions? Re: Pivot door vs. hinged door? 2Apr 25, 2024 6:11 pm I personally think pivot door are over the top, as you said a bit impractical having a small useless section and poor insulation. I’m pretty happy with a 920x 2040 with a louvre sidelite with security mesh, all aluminium framed with rubber seals all round. 2400 x 1100 might also give a premium feel at a good price. Re: Pivot door vs. hinged door? 3Apr 26, 2024 10:49 am Pulse I personally think pivot door are over the top, as you said a bit impractical having a small useless section and poor insulation. I’m pretty happy with a 920x 2040 with a louvre sidelite with security mesh, all aluminium framed with rubber seals all round. 2400 x 1100 might also give a premium feel at a good price. Thanks for your thoughts. Do you feel your louvre sidelite security mesh is safe? I was thinking no window at all so no one can see if I'm near the front door, shadows moving, etc. (Just for security). Do you have a pic or model by any chance? With a 920 width door, have you felt like most big furniture items have fit through easily? Re: Pivot door vs. hinged door? 4Apr 26, 2024 3:40 pm firsthyme Thanks for your thoughts. Do you feel your louvre sidelite security mesh is safe? I was thinking no window at all so no one can see if I'm near the front door, shadows moving, etc. (Just for security). Do you have a pic or model by any chance? With a 920 width door, have you felt like most big furniture items have fit through easily? You could use an obscure glass. "ECOECO" At 'EcoEco', we design windows, we design the best windows, we do it for you, so that when you’re happy we are happy. Tel. 1800 326 326 Re: Pivot door vs. hinged door? 5Apr 26, 2024 8:03 pm Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ 920 was enough to get the furniture in. We live in a pretty safe area and it’s great to see people walking to the front door. We’re not too fussed about people looking in, we are down off the road so it is pretty private. We will get a gatehouse and electric gate for the driveway too. Hi there, We'll be selling our 4 bed home in the coming months, and are thinking about how to add value. We have an office at the front of the house which is 3x3, has a… 0 5361 Hi, have purchased a house with 2 single garage doors. The Centre pillar one side sits proud to the other. Can I change 2 doors into one. Please see picture. 0 16204 |