Bifold Shutters: Design Overview

Bifold shutters are typically designed with 2 or more panels hinged together to allow you to open them, folding style over each other. They are similar to accordion-style shutters with the only difference in the size of the panels.

Bifold shutters are perfect to use in a window that has limited front opening. Some are designed to open and stack over each other for a clean overall look while others are opened and folded on one side. Take a look at some bifold shutters that may interest you.

Graber Traditions Real Wood Shutters:

These shutters are available in bifold panels. They are the best replacement in areas where the opening front is limited. The panels are hinged together and fold open to one side. These shutters are made of pure North American hardwood, giving them an advantage of light weight, hardness, consistent color, attractive grain and structural stability. They are designed with louvers in sizes of 2.5 inches, 3.5 inches and 4.5 inches. Go to blindsonsale.com for more product information.

Fixed Louvered Shutters:

These economical shutters are permanently open to give you enhance ventilation always and a full view of the outdoor. These shutters are ideal options to use when enclosing an outdoor shower, a porch or a utility room. You can opt to make these shutters appear like operable louver shutters by installing a faux tilt bar. These shutters are made of solid hardwood, mortise and tenon joinery and fully assembled. Visit diyshutters.com for more details.

Traditional and Plantation Louvers:

These premium louvered shutters are designed for durability and long-lasting performance. They are made of kiln-dried basswood for utmost stability. These shutters have small shoulder nylon pin that is attached to the louvers to the stiles. The use of warp-resistant nylon pin ensures that the louvers of these shutters will not fall down or rattle. These shutters are available in various styles, including overhead bifold, arch top, fan top and with bypass track. You can place your order for these shutters at colonialshutterworks.com.

Builders Edge 14 In. x 59 In., Black, pair of Louvered Shutters:

Enhance your modern or contemporary house with these attractively designed louvered shutters. They have deep woodgrain texture for a wood-like appearance but minus the worry of maintenance and care needed for real wood shutters. These shutters are made of durable copolymer with molded-through color for protection against scratching, flaking and fading. The overall dimensions are 12 inches and 15 inches in widths and lengths of 14 options. These shutters are priced at $40.50 per pair at homedepot.com.

Blindsgalore® Vinyl Plantation Shutters 2 1/2" Louvers:

These vinyl shutters can transform an ordinary window or your interior or exterior décor into one of stylish beauty. The shutters are made of specially engineered materials that will not warp, peel, chip or fade. Plus, they do not require painting as the permanent finish is dent resistant and scratch resistant. Color choices are ivory, almond and white. These shutters are a steal for only $138.60 at blindsgalore.com.

Allen + Roth  48"L x 37"W Plantation Interior Shutters:

These shutters are manufactured to resist cracking, warping, peeling or chipping. The louvers measure 2 and ¼ inches while the overall dimensions are 37 inches wide by 48 inches long. These vinyl shutters are suited for window depth of 1.5 inches. You can order these shutters under model number PW1047CD at lowes.com.

For more bifold shutter ideas, check out websites of various retailers. You will be surprised by the wide array of choices available for you.