Pivot Doors

Featuring the best pivot doors in Canada

ArchiPro’s carefully curated catalogue contains a range of pivot doors and pivot systems, including revolving doors, off-centre doors, bifold doors and more. They aren’t just limited to glass, either. Wooden pivot doors give an elegant warmth to the room, while steel and aluminium pivoting front doors are sturdy and imposing.

Styles of pivot door

Revolving doors

Revolving doors have a central pivot and three or more panels, usually glass. Revolving doors make excellent entry doors as they keep the rain and wind out.  

Bifold doors

Bifold doors have one or more central pivots mounted on a rail. This allows the doors to be pushed back in the same way as a sliding door, but the panels fold in on each other like an accordion.

French doors

A pair of floor-to-ceiling french pivot doors are an imposing statement to have at the entrance of your building. French doors are also great for allowing natural light into the home and are very popular in Canada.

The advantages of high quality pivot doors

Higher quality pivot doors last longer and are more resistant to damage due to the excellent quality of the materials used. They are also less likely to jam due to better design, ensuring that your entryway continues to function smoothly. Lastly, the small touches that high quality work provides, such as neatly smoothed sealant, clean lines, and well-finished edges mean that your pivot door will continue to impress up close and from afar.

How to choose a pivot door that’s right for you

The first consideration is whether you need an interior or exterior door. A pivot front door, for example, needs to either be made of weather resistant materials or coated with a water resistant coating, especially in Canada. The size of the doorway also matters. Although they can support a wider door than hinges can, you may want to opt for a bifold or french door to fit into larger areas.

Do pivot doors open both ways?

Some are capable of being opened and closed ways, provided the ground is clear of obstacles on both sides. Spring-loaded or hydraulic fittings can ensure that they automatically close again in both directions.

Can any door be a pivot door?

In most cases in Canada, anywhere a hinged door can be fitted, a pivot door can also be fitted. They allow for a greater range of door sizes, ranging up to nearly 4 metres wide. The additional support and ease of use make such doors possible with the right high quality pivot hinge.

Are pivot doors energy efficient?

Although they cannot be fully sealed like traditional doors, pivot doors can be designed to be thermally efficient. Discuss the level of insulation you need with a trusted professional.

Are pivot doors durable?

Glass pivot doors are slightly more fragile than their wood or metal counterparts, so if durability is a concern you may wish to choose aluminium or steel framed pivot doors. They also rely heavily on a neatly balanced central point, so any warping or wear over time can affect them considerably.