The Anatomy of a Glass Pivot Door

 



As homes become more unique reflections of the homeowner who dwells inside them, the options for design are growing. Among the wide range of decisions in home design is choosing doors for each entrance to your home. One option you may not have considered yet is a glass pivot door.


Glass pivot doors are becoming increasingly popular inside luxury homes because they add an air of elegance and style that other doors do not bring to a home. So, what makes them so sought after, and why are they growing in popularity?


Pivot Glass Door Design 

Standard doors are installed with two or three hinges down one side of the door. Pivot glass doors do not have these same hinges down the side. Pivot glass doors are made to swing at a specific point from the top and bottom of the door frame. Because of this, the door can swing from the middle or as close to the middle as you wish. Pivot glass doors can open inward and outward, creating flexibility in your entryways.


Endless Size Possibilities 

Pivot glass doors can come in various sizes, making them an outstanding option for homes with unique size specifications. Pivot glass doors can be made in much larger sizes than standard ones, but when planning your design, ensure plenty of clear space on both sides of the door to pivot.


Bring the Outdoors In 

As you plan for your new doors, pivot glass doors might be especially appealing installed at the entrance to an outdoor space. These doors offer stunning, uninterrupted views through the glass and let plenty of natural light back into your home.


Invisible Hardware 

Hardware on standard doors is in full sight on the door and can take away from clear views, especially when the door is mostly glass. However, the view is not hindered by pivoting glass doors because the hardware is virtually invisible, tucked away into the door frame. Additionally, the top and bottom hanging design make them more stable than the side hinges used by traditional doors.


Durable Materials 

When shopping for new doors, there is no double that you want them to stand up to inclement weather. Pivot glass doors can be made from hurricane-resistant materials. So, you can install them knowing they will withstand the most brutal storms.


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Sources:

https://www.homebuilding.co.uk/advice/pivot-doors

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