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Gladiator
Vol. IJacksonville, FloridaThursday, September 17, 2026

The Gladiator Dispatch

Doors · Windows · Modern Living — Straight From the Factory Floor

Bi-Fold Doors & Natural Light: Maximize Views at Home
Bi-Fold Doors

Bi-Fold Doors & Natural Light: Maximize Views at Home

Why Do Bi-Fold Doors Let in So Much More Natural Light? Bi-fold doors deliver dramatically more natural light than conventional hinged or sliding doors because their entire panel stack folds away to one or both sides, eliminating the fixed frame...

8 min readSeptember 10, 2026
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02
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03
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Tips From the Floor
The Pro Desk
Tip No. 01
Measure the rough opening, not the old door
Order to the framed opening with proper deduction for shims and flashing. The most common sizing mistake on big panel systems.
Tip No. 02
Spec the glass before the frame color
Low-E coating and the right U-factor drive comfort and energy bills far more than finish. Lock performance first, looks second.
Tip No. 03
Plan the header for wide spans early
A 16-foot opening needs structural support designed in before drywall. Loop your contractor in at the quote stage, not install day.
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Slim-Frame Pivot Door 2.0

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Arriving Q3 2026
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Motorized Louvered Pergola

App-controlled aluminum louvers that pivot for sun or seal for rain, with integrated LED and a wind sensor.

Arriving Q3 2026
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Black-on-Black Bi-Fold Series

Matte black frames, black hardware, black track — a fully monochrome folding wall for modern builds.

Arriving Q4 2026
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