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Pivot Doors
A door that moves like nothing else.
Pivot doors · Inspiration
Space to move. Your specification.Pivot doors
A classic opening
Made for your room
Explore pivot steel doors across different interiors, finishes and glazing choices.
Every door is specified for its opening. Glazing, hardware and any fire-rated or thermal specification are confirmed for your project.
How it’s built
Hung on a floor-spring or top-and-bottom pivot set into the floor and head. The pivot point sits offset from the hinge edge, so the door rotates rather than swings. Frames can be concealed or expressed depending on the design.
Where it works best
Wide openings above 1,100mm where a single hinged leaf would be too heavy. Statement entrances, double-height hallways, large kitchen-to-garden thresholds.
How to order it right
Confirm opening width and ceiling height. The pivot system is specified to the leaf weight. Specify glass, finish and handle. Lead time 10 to 12 weeks.
From a recent project
“The pivot door is the first thing everyone notices. It changed the character of the whole entrance.”Homeowner, North London
The details, answered
Your questions
Clear answers
How wide can a pivot door be?
Single pivot leaves up to around 1,800mm wide are achievable with the right pivot system. Beyond that the engineering becomes complex and a double or bifold is usually a better solution. We calculate the pivot specification as part of the drawing process.
Does a pivot door need a visible frame?
Not necessarily. Frameless configurations are available, where the pivot hardware is fully concealed within the floor and ceiling, giving a much cleaner look. A semi-frameless option is also possible. We advise based on the opening and the aesthetic you are aiming for.
What is a floor spring and does my floor need to be structural?
A floor spring is a concealed mechanism set into a pocket in the floor that controls the pivot and the closing speed. The floor needs to be capable of supporting it. A structural concrete slab is ideal, and timber floors need assessment. We advise on the floor specification as part of the project.
Can a pivot door be self-closing?
Yes. A floor spring provides a controlled self-close that is adjustable in speed. This is particularly useful for external pivot doors or any application where you want the door to return to closed without manual effort.
What handle suits a pivot door?
A long pull bar handle, typically 600mm to 1,200mm, is the most common choice. It suits the scale of the door and the way it moves. D-pull and flush pull options are also available. We recommend handle positions based on the pivot offset.
Can a pivot door be fire-rated?
FD30 pivot fire doors are available. The fire rating affects the hardware specification and requires intumescent seals at the frame perimeter. Confirm the requirement at the time of order.
Is a pivot door suitable for external use?
Yes. External pivot doors are thermally broken and weather sealed as standard. The floor spring is specified for external exposure. We recommend a canopy or recess to reduce direct weather exposure at the threshold.
How long does manufacture take?
10 to 12 weeks from drawing sign-off. Frameless configurations or very large leaves may add time. We confirm the programme at the time of order.
Do you install pivot doors?
Yes, and we strongly recommend our own installation team for pivot doors. The floor spring requires precise setting of the pivot offset, and a door that is not correctly installed will not operate properly regardless of how well it was made.
What warranty do you offer?
Ten years on frames and glazing, five years on hardware and the pivot system. The floor spring carries the manufacturer’s own warranty, typically five years, subject to adjustment and maintenance.
Start your project
Tell us your opening
size and ceiling height
We will come back with a specification and drawing.
