Looking to upgrade your windows with elegance and ease? DIYShutters’ Bi-Fold Plantation Shutters are designed for simple installation, stylish appearance, and maximum flexibility—perfect for the DIY enthusiast.
Our innovative Pivot Hinge Mount is truly a game-changer for bi-fold shutters. Unlike the Traditional Track System, which requires both a top and bottom track with extra hardware, the Pivot Hinge Mount uses just pivot hinges at the top and bottom—no tracks, no fuss! BEtween panels, just a standard offset Hirline hinge (up/down adjustable) is used.
If only 4 to 6 panels folding back to 2 or 3 each side the installation is simple. If the panels will be large, being wide and high, it may be best to speak to DIYShutters.
The main difference is in the mounting, and in the fact that Bi-folds can be pushed back to allow full viewing through the window or patio door opening. Bifolds are never one single panel, but alwys 2 or more panls joined together.
Yes there is; if If the panels are large and there are many of them.
For eample if the system has multiple panels which are wide and with a long drop, for example 800 mm x 1800 mm, and there is more than two panels joined together, then because of the weight, a track system may be essential.
For most applications tracks are not required especially since DIYShutters Paulownia timber is lightweight being only 2/3 the weight of foamed PVC and almost hlf the weight of aluminium shutters. If in doubt, contact DIYShutters for advice 1300 779 663
Historical system for Bi Fold shutters uses a bottom and top track, and a pelmet to cover the track at the top. It is not an elegant system.
You can see how complicated some suppliers make theses particular style of shutter if you check the manual from a major imported shutter supplier
Choose the Pivot Hinge Mount system for a simpler, more flexible shutter solution. Benefit from easy installation, uncluttered windows, and complete access to your outdoors—all at a price that’s right.
