Thrifty Shutter Solution

When we moved to our new home we got pricing on window coverings - shutters specifically. They were way out of our price range, but I love the look. Having been in construction for 10+ years I came up with an inexpensive, do it yourself solution giving me the look I wanted. Total cost for the sliding glass door opening - 80"x80" - $150.00.
This is the final look!

This is the rear living room window where we did the same thing, only we had to cut the doors in half - total cost was $65.00.Two bifold doors & one bifold track. We did not install a track on the floor because of the tripping hazard. Since they are bi-folds we installed 2 flat plates on the backside of the fold (one at the top, one near the bottom) so that the doors would not fold.

If you need more informaton just email me and I will be happy to help!