Folding doors

Besco folding shower doors – a clever solution for challenging interiors

Folding doors are the answer for users with bathrooms featuring an unusual layout or very limited space. This system allows the door panels to fold ‘like an accordion’, meaning that when opened, the entire structure almost completely disappears into the recess. Besco models combine this incredible functionality with minimalist aesthetics, proving that space-saving design can go hand in hand with a luxurious finish.

Advantages of the folding system – why choose it?

Choosing Besco folding doors is a strategic solution that eliminates the most common layout problems:

• Zero collisions: As the doors fold into the shower area, they will not hit the washbasin, cabinet or washing machine standing right next to the shower.
• Wide entrance: Despite their folding design, when opened, the folding doors offer very comfortable access to the shower enclosure, making daily use of the shower easier.
• "Dry floor" effect: As with swing doors, water remaining on the glass after a shower flows into the shower tray as the panels fold, helping to keep the bathroom clean.

Quality and mechanics – smoothness you can feel

In Besco folding doors, hinges and guide systems play a key role. We design them to operate faultlessly for years:

• Reinforced hinges: The folding mechanism is based on sturdy metal components that guarantee the stability of the panels and the quiet operation of the system.
• Safe Tempered Glass: Despite being divided into segments, each pane of glass is properly tempered and impact-resistant, ensuring complete safety for the household.
• Top-level watertightness: A precise sealing system between the glass segments and along the frame edges ensures the enclosure remains completely watertight whilst showering.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Are folding doors more difficult to clean because of the hinges?

Besco folding doors are designed to minimise the number of nooks and crannies. Glass with an easy-clean coating prevents limescale from building up permanently, making cleaning the lower section much quicker than with sliding doors.

Are folding (accordion) doors as durable as swing doors?

Yes. Although the folding design is more complex, the use of high-quality metal alloys in the hinges and the precise fit of the components make the mechanism highly resistant to wear and tear. Regular cleaning and avoiding sudden jerks when opening the doors will ensure they remain in good working order for many years.

What is the optimal recess width for folding doors?

Besco folding systems work best in recesses between 80 and 100 cm wide. This allows the door to be conveniently divided into two sections which, when folded, do not take up too much space inside the shower, whilst still offering plenty of room to step in.