- Survey carried out by Express Bi-Folding Doors reveals changing views of homeowners as the UK looks ahead to the summer
- 70% of people are planning on home renovations ahead of the warmer months
- Linley & Simpson Estate Agents say getting a redesign can also increase your property’s value considerably
Research undertaken by Leeds-based Express Bi-Folding Doors*, the leading name in bespoke bi-fold & sliding doors and windows, has highlighted the nation’s excitement for the sunny season.
When looking at maximising the better weather by bringing the outdoors in, 57% of people said that a bi-folding door would be their ideal product, while 31% chose sliding doors. With 71% respondents additionally saying that the extra time spent at home due to Covid has made them understand the important of certain designs, it is expected that the trend for both solutions will continue to grow as we head into spring and summer.
With the government’s latest roadmap showing promising signs that come the warmer months, people will be able to host friends and family, the survey revealed that 70% of people are looking to do some home renovations prior to the summer, with 73% of people voting Spring as the best time to renovate to ensure their homes are ready to welcome their loved ones in style.
Steve Bromberg, Managing Director at Express Bi-Folding Doors, commented: “The summer is just around the corner, and with the government roadmap providing light at the end of the tunnel, there seems a definite desire to really make the most of the warmer months this year.
“We have a fantastic summer of sport ahead, and I know that many people will want to enjoy that from the comfort of their own garden, looking to host their friends and families for what will hopefully be a much more positive sunny season.
“We have seen a big upturn is customers preparing for the warmer months with the installation of bi-fold doors – between December and February, we achieved nearly 25% above our target forecast for what is usually our quietest quarter! Sales were up 22% on the same three-month period last year.
“The demand really proves that there is no better way of bringing the outside in this summer than by installing a product that allows you to seamlessly connect your garden to your living space.”
Getting a redesign can also increase your property’s value considerably, say Linley & Simpson Estate Agents.
Brad Ogden, Head of Residential Sales at Linley & Simpson Estate Agents, commented: “When it comes to what people look for in a property, 2020 has impacted the number of buyers looking for quality garden space and having as much light in your home as possible.
“We’ve seen bi-fold and sliding doors increasing a property’s saleability and increasing sale prices as a result, which is great news for homeowners looking to add value during their renovation projects.”
If you want to find out more about Express’ products or take a virtual showroom tour, visit www.expressbifolds.co.uk.
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