What Are Bi-Fold Interior Shutters? (And Where to Get Them)

Sliding glass doors and wide windows are wonderful architectural details in many Washington homes. The challenge lies in properly covering them with the right window treatments. Standard interior shutters that swing open like a door won’t work in a busy doorway, but bi-fold interior shutters are another story entirely.

Our team at Walls & Windows shares what bi-fold interior shutters are and where to find them near Bellingham, WA, from Hunter Douglas.

What Are Bi-Fold Interior Shutters?

Bi-fold interior shutters are plantation-style shutters that are hinged and mounted on a track. Instead of each panel swinging out individually, the panels fold together accordion-style and glide along the track, stacking neatly to one side.

Because these interior shutters fold, you can create a wide opening, then fold the panels back into place when you want privacy or more light control.

What Are Bi-Fold Interior Window Shutters Good For in Homes?

Bi-fold interior window shutters offer a convenient and gorgeous window treatment solution for areas like:

• Sliding glass and patio doors: The panels fold clear of the doorway so you can walk through, then fold back to cover the glass. You get the magnificence of shutters without blocking your own door.
• Wide windows: For a large picture window, bi-fold shutters open fully to preserve your view, then close for privacy and light control.
• Room dividers and closet doors: Because bi-fold shutters span wide openings so gracefully, they also work incredibly well as dividers or doors for large closets.

As an alternative to sliding doors, a bypass track lets panels slide past each other rather than fold, but the bi-fold system is often the go-to when you want the panels to tuck completely out of the way.

What Hunter Douglas Shutters Fit Sliding Glass Doors?

The great news is that you don't have to compromise on luxury to get bi-fold functionality with your interior shutters. All styles of Hunter Douglas shutters can include the Bi-Fold Track system, so you can choose the material that best fits your home, such as:

• Heritance® Wood Shutters for the timeless charm of real hardwood, with dovetail construction for a precise, lasting fit.
• NewStyle® Composite Shutters combine the look of real wood with modern materials for added durability, giving you a classic appearance with less maintenance.
• Palm Beach™ Polysatin™ Vinyl Shutters are the most durable option, which is great for kitchens, and are made from a UV-resistant compound that's guaranteed never to warp, crack, fade, chip, peel, or discolor.

Where to Get Custom Bi-Fold Shutters Near Bellingham, WA

When you want custom bi-fold shutters near Bellingham, WA, for your home, our team at Walls & Windows is here to help. We've spent decades helping local homeowners find window treatments that fit brilliantly and work flawlessly.

Contact Walls & Windows today to schedule a consultation, and let's find the perfect bi-fold shutters for your home.

Walls & Windows has been a family-owned window treatment business since 1992, proudly serving Bellingham, Point Roberts, Whatcom County, Skagit County, and Island County.