Do you have bifold doors in your home? If so, you may be wondering what the best blinds are for them. There are many different types of blinds available on the market, and it can be difficult to decide which ones are right for your doors. In this article, we will discuss the different types of blinds that are available, the benefits they have to offer and how to choose the best blinds for bifold doors.
Types of Blinds for Bifold Doors
Bifold doors are a popular choice for homes these days as they offer a sleek, modern look that can be dressed up or down to suit your style. Another great thing about bifold doors is that they can be fitted with a variety of different types of blinds, which means you can find the perfect ones to suit your needs.
Perfect Fit Blinds for Bifold Doors
Perfect fit blinds are another fantastic choice for bifold doors. At Unbeatable Blinds, our Fit2Frame Blinds are designed specifically to fit onto your bifold doors without causing any obstructions and come in a variety of styles:
Fit2Frame Honeycomb Pleated Blinds
If you’re looking for a stylish and practical blind for your bifold doors, then you should consider honeycomb blinds. Honeycomb blinds are made from a woven fabric that features small, hexagonal cells. This unique design allows the blind to trap air and provide excellent insulation, making them a great choice for bifold doors in the winter. They are also available in a range of colours and fabrics to suit your style.
Fit2Frame Blackout Blinds for Bifold Doors
Ideal for living areas or garden rooms, our fit2frame blackout blinds offer complete light control and enhanced privacy. Their tailored fit ensures seamless coverage across your bifold doors, reducing glare and improving thermal insulation. They’re the perfect choice if you’re looking for more privacy.
Fit2Frame Moisture Resistant Blinds for Bifold Doors
Designed for areas like kitchens, utility rooms, or indoor-outdoor dining spaces, these blinds resist moisture and humidity without warping or staining. Their durable finish makes them a practical, long-lasting choice for bifold doors in busy kitchens, combining functionality with a clean, modern style.
Fit2Frame Fire Retardant Blinds for Bifold Doors
Offering added safety for kitchens, commercial spaces, or open-plan living areas, out fire retardant fit2frame blinds are specially treated for fire safety and maintain a sleek appearance. Perfect for meeting fire regulations or giving peace of mind in high-risk areas, they’re a smart, safety-conscious choice for bifold doors.
Are Standard Perfect Fit Blinds Suitable for Bifold Doors?
For bifold doors we always recommend our Fit2Frame range, however, if you’re looking for bifold rollers, venetians, or wooden blinds, you may be interested in our Precision or Classic Perfect Fit ranges. While these options may fit onto your bifold door, they can cause obstructions when it comes to opening them as the doors might no longer stack together correctly. However, if you don’t often use your bifold doors, this may not be too much of an issue for you. If that’s the case, you can consider the other blind options below:
Perfect Fit Roller Blinds
Perfect Fit Roller Blinds are a great option for doors. They are easy to install and are made to measure so will fit perfectly in any size of door. Roller blinds are also a great choice for bifold doors as they offer privacy and protection from the sun.
Perfect Fit Venetian Blinds
Another great option for your doors is Perfect Fit Venetian blinds. Venetian blinds are very versatile and offer incredible light control. They offer excellent shading and privacy, featuring aluminium slats that can be easily adjusted to let in just the right amount of light.
Perfect Fit Wooden Blinds
Wooden blinds are a popular choice for doors as they offer a warm and natural look that can enhance any room. Our perfect fit wooden blinds are made to measure and fit neatly in any size of door. They are easy to install and operate and can be tilted to adjust the light levels in your room.
Other Bifold Door Blinds
While our Fit2Frame collection offers some of the best blinds for bifold doors, you can of course opt for a standard blind that rather than an internal blind for bifold doors. However, this can make it more difficult when trying to operate your door as your blind may get in the way. If you are looking for a blind that can fit on the outside of your bifold door, Vertical Blinds would be the way to go!
Vertical blinds are a popular choice for bifold doors as they offer a sleek and modern look that can enhance any room. Our vertical blinds are fully made to measure and are available in larger sizes than other standard window blinds. This makes them perfect for large glass windows and conservatories with bifold doors.
We also offer a range of roller blinds, venetian blinds, wooden blinds and roman blinds. All of which can be fitted on the outside of your door or window recess, making them suitable for bifold doors. But keep in mind these will come with their own set of restrictions when opening and closing your door.
Choosing the Right Blinds for Your Bifold Doors
When choosing the right blinds for bifold doors, there are a few things you need to consider. Firstly, think about what type of look you’re going for in your room. Are you after a sleek and modern aesthetic, or something more traditional? Once you’ve decided on the style you’re after, you can then start to narrow down your choices.
It’s also important to consider what you want your blinds to do, are you looking for more light control? Do you need privacy? Are you looking to regulate temperature and block out the sun? The best bifold door blinds for your space should cater to your spaces needs while looking good!
Benefits of Bifold Door Blinds
Here are some of the key benefits of installing blinds on your bifold doors:
Shading and privacy
Blinds can provide excellent shading and privacy, keeping prying eyes out and preventing people from looking into your home. For optimal shading and privacy, we recommend our blackout blinds.
Insulation
Honeycomb blinds are made from a woven fabric that features small, hexagonal cells. This unique design allows the blind to trap air and provide excellent insulation, making them a great choice for bifold doors in the winter. We also offer a range of thermal blinds that provide effective thermal retention thanks to their quality lining.
Light control
Vertical blinds offer incredible light control, allowing you to adjust the levels of light in your room to create the perfect atmosphere with their fabric slats. Our free-floating internal blinds in our Fit2Frame range also allow greater light control. Open them from the top or the bottom and adjust as the sun moves throughout the day.
Style
Blinds come in a variety of different styles, colours and finishes so you can find the perfect one to match your décor. With our vast collection of made to measure blinds, we guarantee you’ll find one to finish your bifold doors perfectly!
Functionality
Our Fit2Frame blinds are easy to install and require no tools or drilling making them one of the best blinds for bifold doors. These no-drill blinds attach directly onto the window frame using the rubber bead or an optional adhesive side channel, allowing you to open and close your doors without obstruction.
Disadvantages of Bifold Door Blinds
The main disadvantage of installing blinds on your bifold doors is that they can restrict the movement of the door if you choose a certain style such as standard rollers or a classic perfect fit blind with an outer frame. If you have particularly large or heavy blinds, they can make it difficult to open and close your doors. This is why we recommend integral blinds for bifold doors that can be clipped into place within the door frame. It’s important to choose the right type of blinds for your door and make sure they are suitable.
FAQ’s
What are the best blinds for conservatories with bifold doors?
If you’re looking for blinds to dress your bifold door and conservatory, we highly recommend our cellular blinds. Cellular blinds are an excellent choice for conservatories as they provide insulation and help to regulate the temperature in your conservatory. The small honeycomb pockets trap air, keeping your conservatory cool in the summer and warm in the winter!
How to dress bifold doors?
There are several ways you can dress bifold doors but, choosing an internal blind that fits within the glass really offers a sleek, clean finish. Of course, you can choose to hang curtains or external blinds however this can sometimes look bulky or cause issues when using your doors. If it’s an internal bifold door blind you’re looking for, check out our Fit2Frame Collection.
How to open bifold doors with blinds installed?
If you have internal blinds on your bifold door that are installed directly onto the glass, you can open and close your door without restrictions. If your blinds are installed on the outside of your door frame, you will need to fully open them to access your door.
Can you buy bifold doors with integrated blinds?
If you’re looking to install bifold doors in your home, you may have seen that there are some styles with integrated blinds. However, these can be more expensive than standard bifold doors. If you are looking for the same sleek look and fit, our Bifold Door Blinds offer the same benefits and style at a fraction of the cost!
At Unbeatable Blinds, we offer an incredible selection of quality Bifold Door Blinds in various styles, colours and fabrics. Check them out for yourself today and order a free sample. We’d love to see how you use blinds to style your bifold doors – tag us on Instagram @unbeatableblinds.