HOW TO CHOOSE THE PERFECT BLINDS FOR YOUR BIFOLD DOORS

Author: Richard Collins - Operations Director

If you are looking to purchase bifold doors, you should also look for the perfect blinds to complement them. Blinds for bifold doors offer many benefits, especially if they are specifically designed for the bifold you own.

In this guide, you will find information on the types of bifold door blinds available, how they compare to each other, and how Vufold can help.

In this guide:

Do bifold doors need blinds?

Blinds aren’t always considered when purchasing bifolds – does your bifold door need a blind?

What types of blinds are available for bifold doors?

There are several types of blinds available for bifold doors, but some are better than others. Compare the different types here.

Perfect fit blinds vs standard fit vs integral blinds

The type of blind fit will dictate many aspects, such as ease of maintenance and cost. This comparison table explains the major differences.

Blinds vs curtains for bifold doors

Some people decide to use curtains instead of blinds for their bifold doors. This comparison table showcases the pros and cons of both.

How to choose a colour for blinds

Anthracite aluminium doors are incredibly popular – this section will explain how to choose the colour for your blinds and the best complimentary colour for anthracite aluminium doors.

DO BIFOLD DOORS NEED BLINDS?

You may have never considered blinds for bifold doors, but they can offer many benefits. In this section, we will briefly list the main advantages.

BENEFITS OF BIFOLD DOOR BLINDS

Increase the shade in the room.
Provide an element of privacy.
Help keep rooms cool by blocking the sun.
Perfect fit blinds allow you the flexibility of being able to fold back the doors entirely.

Typically, people install bifold blinds on external bifold doors. However, internal bifold doors will also benefit blinds for many of the same reasons.

If you are looking to increase shade or privacy and keep rooms cooler, a bifold blind is an excellent choice. Browse our entire blinds catalogue here.

WHAT TYPES OF BLINDS ARE AVAILABLE FOR BIFOLD DOORS?

Vufold provides perfect fit pleated blinds for a wide range of bifold doors, including interior and exterior. Perfect fit blinds ensure that the slats do not drag along the floor, take up too much space or disrupt the operation of your bifold door.

Other styles of window blinds are available. Below, we outline the key features of each type of blind and the benefits and drawbacks of each.

BEST CHOICE: PERFECT FIT BLINDS

Perfect fit blinds are our top choice for the type of blind for bifolds you should choose.

Rooms with bifold doors often get high levels of sunlight, and in summer months this can get very warm or can be uncomfortably bright. Perfect fit blinds are thin, profile blinds that you fit onto the glass of your bifold doors.

Vufold stock perfect fit pleated blinds. A pleated blind is designed to let enough light in to keep the room bright, while also reducing heat and privacy. You will still be able to fold back your doors when these perfect fit blinds have been fitted. To operate the blinds, you can lift them up and down using the handle.

External bifold range

At Vufold, we have extensive range of external bifold doors. This includes:

Master

Available in both Anthracite Grey and Traffic White, our Master range is one of our bestselling wooden bifold doors. They are designed with slow grown hardwood and utilise a steel hung roller system that is easy to install.

Discover more about our timber bifold doors range here.

Elite

In a natural look of oak, the Elite range features an engineers hardwood core, with a real American white oak veneer. They are available in both unfinished and fully factory-finished.

Find out more information about our range of oak bifold doors here.

Supreme

If you are looking for aluminium bifold doors, you might be interested in our Supreme range. The bifold doors feature slim sightlines, available in the colours Anthracite Grey, Jet Black and White.

Discover more about our Supreme range here

Status

Our most popular aluminium bifold door set, Status features a low threshold and slim sight lines to give homeowners more light. They are available in Anthracite Grey, Jet Black, Grey/White and Hipca White

Find out more about our range of aluminium bifold doors here.

Internal bifold range

At Vufold, we have various ranges that differ in style and practicability. These include:

Inspire

For interior bifold doors, consider our Inspire range, available in both Unfinished Oak and Traffic White. If you prefer an open plan feel, fit the bifold doors without a threshold.

Find out more about the Inspire fold flat internal bifold doors range here.

Finesse

Coming with a high-quality top hung adjustable roller, the Finesse Clear slim internal bifold doors range is available in Unfinished Oak and Traffic White.

Interested in our Finesse slim internal bifold doors range? Find out more information here.

For more information on perfect fit blinds and other accessories for your bifold doors, read our advice centre piece here.

OTHER TYPES OF BLINDS

Vertical blinds –– are made from a row of vertical blinds. They are often seen in older homes/offices. The fabric can stack, sometimes referred to as ‘bunching’ on the left or right side. Or, it can split in the middle of vertical blinds and evenly collect at either side of the window frame.
Roller blinds –– are common for windows but can be challenging to operate when used with bifold doors. Most roller blinds are available with a maximum width of three metres. If your bifold door is wider than three metres, you may need to purchase two sets of roller blinds to cover the glass.
Integral blinds –– are integrated into the glass unit. Integral blinds are typically horizontal blinds that are carefully fitted between the glazing in double or triple-glazed bifold doors. Integral blinds are a permanent solution and do not allow you to change the looks or style of the blinds once fitted.
Venetian blind –– are a problematic choice for bifold doors as they have a maximum width of 240mm, and you cannot cover a wide gap between sets of Venetian blinds. Also, Venetian blinds can be heavy, so lifting and lowering the blinds can feel like a difficult task.

View our range of blinds for exterior bifold doors here.

PERFECT FIT BLINDS VS STANDARD FIT VS INTEGRAL BLINDS

	Cost	Durability	Maintenance	Installation
Perfect fit	Considered mid-range	Very durable, Vufold offer one year guarantee	Easy maintenance required, simple dusting or wipe	Easy installation, with simple instructions
Standard fit roller blinds	Cheapest but lowest quality	The cheaper the blind the less durable it is likely to be	Easy maintenance, simple dusting or wipe	Can have confusing instructions or difficult process
Integral blinds	The most expensive as they are part of the door	Durable due to being protected inside the door	Difficult to access and maintain if there is a fault	Requires no installation as it is part of the door

BLINDS VS CURTAINS FOR BIFOLD DOORS

	Cost	Colours & Styles	Durability	Maintenance
Blinds	Can vary but generally cheaper than curtains, especially over time	Available in a wide variety of colours, styles and materials	Easy to clean. Can be dusted or wiped depending on the material	Can keep their style and look for up to 15 years
Curtains	Depends on the style of curtains and materials used, but will need to be replaced more often than blinds	Available in a wide variety of colours, styles and materials	Challenging to clean as it may need to be dry cleaned or serviced	More prone to wear and tear, sunlight can reduce the saturation of colour

Explore our collection of blinds for interior bifolding doors here.

How to choose a colour for your blinds

Though you might have decided the type of blinds you are wanting to use, you also need to decide on an ideal colour. There are various options you can choose from for bifold door blinds:

Match the blind colour to the window trim

Consider matching the shade closest to your bifold door frame. At Vufold, we have a wide range of bifold door collections that are available in different shades.

Coordinate with your wall colour

Another option is matching the bifold blinds to your adjacent walls. However, this may prove difficult depending on what colour your wall is.

Choose a contrasting colour

If you are wanting to make a statement, consider choosing a colour that contrasts with the rest of your aesthetic. This will draw in focus and become a centre piece of your room.

WHAT ARE THE BEST COLOUR BLINDS FOR ANTHRACITE BIFOLD DOORS?

Anthracite grey bifold doors are a stunning addition to any home. Matching the colour of your blinds to your doors can dramatically enhance the aesthetic appeal of your home. Any shade of grey would complement anthracite; creating a beautiful monochrome look to your room.

Another choice is to match anthracite grey’s neutral tone with other neutral tones such as cream or white. Vufold’s perfect fit blinds have been designed exclusively for the Master range with a set of colours chosen to complement, including:

Concrete
Iron
Cream
White

You can view the full collection by clicking here.

CONTACT VUFOLD

At Vufold, we have a wide range of bifold doors and subsequent blinds for you to choose from. Our bifold door blinds are specifically made for various types of doors, including French, patio and sliding doors. We provide bespoke services to ensure our bifold blinds are of good quality; providing light control and made to measure for your doors.

We can guide you through all of your options and find the perfect solution to meet your needs and design aesthetic. You can get in touch with us today by calling 01625 442899 or email us, and we will get in touch with you right away.

Contact us today and see how we can help you.

Frequently asked questions

Can you fit blinds to aluminium bifold doors?

Yes. You can fit blinds to aluminium bifold doors, which are typically used for exterior purposes.

At Vufold, we provide blinds that are exclusively designed to fit our Status and Supreme bifold range, which are made from aluminium. Browse the entire collection here.

How long do blinds for a bifold door last?

This all depends on the type of blinds you choose. At Vufold, our blinds are guaranteed for one year from fitting against manufacturing faults. Find out more about our guarantee here.

Will blinds cause damage to your windows and bifold doors?

When choosing our perfect fit blinds, there is no damage to your property. This is because they are designed specifically for the bifold doors to ensure a “perfect” fit.

Discover more about our perfect fit blinds here.

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