How does a folding door work?

Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.

Antique Folding Doors

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Antique Folding Doors For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of antique folding doors is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and mahogany, all antique folding doors available were constructed with great care. Antique folding doors have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Antique folding doors made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Antique Folding Doors?

Prices for antique folding doors start at $650 and top out at $12,500 with the average selling for $4,228.

Questions About Antique Folding Doors

How does a folding door work?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Folding doors are also known as bi-fold doors and are constructed with two or more panels that a user can fold or unfold to open or close. These doors are fitted into runners on which they slide and fold when opened or closed. They look like the musical instrument concertina and are also sometimes called by this name in an informal setting.

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