Homeowners give a lot of thought before selecting new architectural elements for their homes. We all usually want something that looks appealing and makes a statement, moreover, for something that is strong and convenient in using, so a pivot door is a frequent choice for many families. Whether you are looking for exterior or interior use, pivot doors offer much more than traditional hinged doors. Pivot doors can make a bold, modern statement, but they aren’t for everyone. Here are the pros and cons.

Advantages

Pivot doors are strong, large, modern, and visually stunning, this is the main advantage. A pivot door is sure to make an impression upon your guests’ entering the house, and they will expect something really magnifcent inside, too. Pivot doors save on space and are convenient to use. They are wide and offer ease of moving heavy objects in and out, and they provide an uninterrupted outdoor view, especially if you don’t choose lots of panes but prefer a sleek door of glass. This point is also about filling your space with light – through a large sleek glass door light comes in easily and you get a welcoming space. They are more stable than the conventional doors and are highly customizable at the same time. Pivot doors eliminate the need for a door frame and are fully automatic. They operate silently and you can also make them soundproof if needed. Pivot doors don’t require much hardware but still require professional installation. a beautiful black metal frame and glass pivot inner door with a small handle bar is a fantastic solution with plenty of style

a beautiful light-stained wood slab pivot door is a lovely idea for a contemporary home and it looks amazingly clean and sleek

a beautiful modern rich-stained pivot wooden door with a frosted glass insert is a very cool idea for a modern entrance

a black frame and glass pivot entrance door looks amazing with geometric tiles on the floor and makes a statement

a black framed pivot front door gives a very stylish and ultra-modern feel to the space and makes it wow, bold and cool

a black framed pivot glass door is a very ethereal and lightweight solution for a contemporary or minimalist home

a black metal frame and glass pivot door looks very stylish and allows much natural light in and you will always see who's coming

a black metal pivot door with a line for an accent and a handle is a gorgeous idea for a luxurious space

a black stained wooden pivot door with a metal knob is a gorgeous idea for many spaces and adds a beach feel with the inscription

a bold and cool light-stained pivot square door with an oversized handle will let a lot of light inside and will add chic

a cool and heavy wood pivot door with a black long handle is a beautiful and lovely idea for a modern entrance

a cool white arched metal frame and glass pivot door that leads to the garden is a gorgeous idea to rock

a delicate and catchy arched glass pivot door that leads to the garden is a lovely idea for an elegant home

a delicate rich-stained and glass pivot entrance door will create a subtle and lightweight look at the entrance and will welcome

a fantastic red pivot door with a large handle is a gorgeous color statement and its design adds even more interest to the space

a fantastic sleek black entrance door will make a statement in your home, whether it's an entrance or a back garden door

a heavy aged metal pivot door with a large handle is a bold idea for a contemporary space and can be rocked in any modern entrance

a heavy black metal pivot door with a long light-stained handle is a cool idea for making and statement with style

a large French pivot door like this one looks extremely elegant and chic and makes the entrace look very lightweight

a large light-stained wood pivot door with glass panes and no handles or knobs is a very cool idea for a minimalist entrance

Disadvantages

Pivot doors cannot be sealed fully like traditional doors, they are difficult to weatherstrip and if you go for a fully glass door, it can be not as durable as a traditional wooden or metal one. They can warp over time, and there’s a risk of pinched fingers while operating. Pivot doors are great for modern, minimalist and contemporary homes but can not match other styles of interiors, unless you customize them in a creative way – go for arched and painted frame pivot doors. It is essential to choose durable, high-quality materials for the door and ensure a professional installation, which causes more costs. So, are you ready to get some pivoting doors for your own home a light stained wood pivot door with a handle integrated into a niche is a lovely idea for a beautiful modern space

a light-stained and glass pivot door with a handle is a lovely idea for a modern space, it makes the entrance cool

a pretty and chic pink frame and glass pivot door to the garden is a gorgeous idea to add color and interest to both indoor and outdoor spaces

a pretty black metal frame and glass pivot entry door looks very chic and very lightweight and adds interest to the entrance

a rich-stained wood clad pivot door with a large and sculptural handle that adds a refined and chic touch to the space

a rich-stained wood pivot entrance door is a lovely idea for a modern entrance, and it will make a statement

a sleek black pivot door with a delicate gold handle and glass panes is a cool idea for a contemporary or minimalist space

a stylish light-stained and metal pivot entrance door is a lovely solution for a modern home and adds chic to the porch

a super elegant black wooden slab door with a large metal handle is a cool and bold idea for a minimalist or conteporary home

a unique frosted glass and metal pivot door is an ultra-modern and fresh solution is a bold statement for any space

a wall to a pivate terrace done with a series of pivot door is a fantastic idea as it allows to open up the space any time

an ultra-minimalist black pivot door with a metallic handle is a fabulous idea for a minimalist home and a very sleek entrance

stylish black metal frame and glass pivoting doors are great for indoor use as they give a light feel to the interior and spearate the spaces