Greystone Shutters · Tipton, West Midlands
Tracked Shutters for Wide Windows, Patio Doors & Bifolds Across the West Midlands
Plantation-shutter panels that glide on a slim concealed track, the elegant answer for patio doors, bifolds and any opening too wide for hinges.
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Tracked shutters are the answer to any opening that's simply too wide for a traditional hinged panel, most often a patio door, a set of bifolds, or one of those increasingly common 3m-plus rear glazing runs in a modern kitchen-diner extension. Instead of swinging open from a hinge, the panels glide left and right along a slim concealed track fixed above the opening. The result is a plantation-shutter look that scales cleanly to spans that would be physically unworkable on hinges. Browse our full range of styles for context.
What are tracked shutters?
A tracked shutter looks like any other plantation shutter once it's up: the same panels, the same louvres, the same finishes you'd find on our full height shutters. What's different is the way they're hung. The panels are still hinged together to each other, but rather than pivoting off a fixed side frame, the whole assembly is suspended from rollers running along a discreet horizontal track fixed at the top of the opening.
To open up the window or door, you slide the panels sideways (and fold them against each other if the run is long), like glass sliding doors or a bifold wardrobe. Some people call them sliding shutters for exactly that reason. A 3m wide patio door would need side-hinged panels so large they'd be heavy and likely sag over time. With a track, the panels can be smaller and more numerous, gliding effortlessly aside in seconds.
When tracked shutters make sense
On large doors and openings, tracked shutters (or our BlindScreen®) are really the only window dressings that work properly, because they're the only ones you can move completely out of the way so the door or window gets used as designed. A few of the situations where that matters most.
- Wide patio doors. Sliding or lift-and-slide doors 2.5m, 3m or more across, hinges stop being practical at that scale.
- Bifold openings. Tracked shutters slide across the full width for total privacy when the bifolds are closed, then stack to one side when you want them out of the way.
- Room dividers. Run tracked shutters across the opening between two zones, instant flexible divider.
- Anywhere standard shutters would block a walkway. Tracked panels stack to one side against the wall when not in use, so the room stays clear. They still swing in a touch when you're folding them open, just not enough to get in the way.
Light control and privacy on large openings
On a large patio door or bifold opening you don't always want all-or-nothing privacy, and tracked shutters give you proper zoned control over the whole run. Slide one panel aside to uncover the section of the door you actually walk through, leave the rest covered.
Stack all panels to one side for fully clear access to the garden. Want some sun in but not the neighbours? Pull the panels back across and tilt the louvres exactly as you would on any other plantation shutter, the louvre mechanism is identical on every panel along the track.
What to expect from your free home survey to fit
Every job starts with a free home survey. Brad, Andy or Jack will pop round at a time that suits you (usually evenings or weekends) to look at your windows, talk through styles, materials and finishes, and measure every opening to the millimetre. We don't ask homeowners to self-measure, and we don't sub-contract surveys to a national franchise.
Once you've approved the design, your shutters are built to those exact dimensions in our partner workshop. Typical lead time is around 10 to 12 weeks (3 to 4 on some ranges). You can read the full timeline breakdown if you want the detail.
Fitting is usually a single day, two of us on site, dust sheets down, hoover out at the end. And every shutter we fit is backed by our 5-year guarantee on materials and workmanship.
Tracked shutters across the West Midlands
Tracked shutters have become a regular request as the kitchen-diner extension has become a regular feature of West Midlands housing. We fit them most often in the newer-build estates around Solihull and Sutton Coldfield, where 3m-plus glazed openings onto the garden are now essentially default-spec.
Also in established Birmingham suburban houses that have had a rear extension added with similar dimensions. If you've got a big opening at the back of the house, this is the configuration to ask us about.
Common questions about tracked shutters
Quick answers to what homeowners across the West Midlands ask us most.
Scale shutters to any opening
Book a free home survey and we'll measure your patio, bifold or wide window run, advise the right track configuration, and leave you with a fixed, no-obligation quote.
Trusted by Homeowners Across the West Midlands
Our reputation is everything. We are proud that most of our business comes from happy customers recommending us to their neighbours and friends. See what homeowners in your area are saying about our personal service and premium craftsmanship, or read more Greystone Shutters reviews.
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These lads are brilliant, can't fault them.
These lads are brilliant, had some shutters installed and the lads were top notch, explained everything thoroughly and the end result was great. Price was fair and availability was fast. Can't fault them.
Adam Jay Davies
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Outstanding quality & customer service.
I requested several companies to advise and quote for shutters for the bay window, Greystone Shutters really did stand out from the rest.
Pete Smith
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Greystone did a fantastic job fitting our blackout blinds.
I have to wake my son up for school now else he’ll sleep in till 9. The chaps were very friendly and professional, I’d definitely recommend them. Thanks !
Faye Hanson
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Cannot recommend greystone shutters enough!
From start to finish they have been amazing - keeping me updated on delivery and installation times. They have just been fitted and you can't tell they have been! Zero mess. They are such a lovely and friendly team and I am so happy with the quality and build and can't believe how bigger and tidier my living room and home office now are! Thank you!!!!
Debi “Debi KH” Keyte-Hartland
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Excellent customer service, highly recommended.
We had a great experience with Brad from Greystone Shutters. He was friendly, professional, very thorough and carried out blind measurements for our new build property with care and precision. He explained everything clearly and made the whole process easy and stress-free.
Puneet Kaur
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I was very happy with my blind.
Andrew the fitter very professional and polite. Would recommend this company.
Wendy Green
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Great company. would recommend to anyone.
Shutters were installed quickly and were the perfect addition to my home nail studio. Will definitely be using Greystone Shutters again!
Sophie Bentley
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Can't recommend the blind screens enough.
I've been really struggling to sleep and this was recommended to myself. It has changed my routine completely :)
William Ryden
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Had bathroon window done very pleased.
the two young men that came left everythink tidy would recomend to eny one good price
Barbara Clarke
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I had some venetian blinds fitted by greystone shutters and i'm so pleased with the final product.
Everything was handled really well by Andrew from the first visit where he came with loads of knowledge and product samples, through to the installation. He wasn't pushy at all which was great and he answered all of our questions and helped turn our ideas into a fitted final product. I'd happily recommend anyone who's after venetians give these guys a call
John Bretherton
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We’re honestly so glad we went with greystone shutters.
From the first visit, everything felt really straightforward and genuine. They weren’t pushy and just gave helpful advice on what they thought would work for our home. The shutters themselves look fantastic, but what really stood out for us is the integrated blackout blind. It makes such a difference to our sleep, the room is completely dark even on those bright mornings. They took a lot of care with the fitting, and made sure we were happy with the install and they left the place clean and tidy afterward. We are really pleased we went ahead with it. We would happily recommend Greystone to anyone considering getting shutters or blackout blinds. Cannot recommend them enough! Thank you!
Lauren
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Just had some black out shutters fitted for the our little boys room and our main bedroom.
The whole process was great from the initial quote when Jack initially came
Leo Thornton Jones
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Really pleased with our new blinds.
Andrew was incredibly knowledgeable and helped us pick the perfect style and colours to match our decor. The whole process was straightforward from start to finish and I love the end result, the blinds look brilliant. Would definitely recommend Greystone if you are in the Coseley area.
Josh Earlston
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I honestly couldn’t be happier.
Just had shutters fitted in my living room by Andrew & Bradley at Greystone Shutters and I honestly couldn’t be happier. From the first measuring visit to installation, the whole process was perfect. They were both so knowledgeable and
James Routledge
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I had an amazing experience with greystone nothing but professional service from start to finish.
highly recommend these lads top draw 😊🤘
Matt BRG Stanford
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Would recommend, quick and easy to order.
Just ordered some shutters with Greystone, Andrew was really helpful and talked me through all of the options I could have! I had some guidance with what he thinks would fit best for my home style and even the small details.
Olivia Fletcher Harper
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I couldn't of asked for better service.
I had my shutters installed by Greystone and I couldn't of asked for better service. They were extremely prompt in responding to any questions I had and when they visited my home. The installation was quick and left no mess for me to clean up after. I would highly recommend.
Jess Cotter
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He’s honestly one of the most trustworthy and detail-oriented people i know.
I’ve known Bradley for years, and when I heard he started his own shutter company I wasn’t surprised at all, he’s honestly one of the most trustworthy and detail-oriented people I know. He’s the kind of guy who will measure twice (or three
Aaron Fraser
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His attention to detail is honestly unmatched.
As a family friend, I’ve watched Andy grow his skills over the years and his attention to detail is honestly unmatched. He just launched his shutter company and I have zero doubt he’s going to treat every customer like family. If you want someone reliable, fair, and who will go the extra mile, give Andrew a call!
Joshua Branford-Jones
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Very knowledgeable; i will definitely be using bradley and greystone soon.
I spoke to Bradley today to get some advice on shutters. Very knowledgeable; I will definitely be using Bradley and Greystone soon. Thanks again!
Ben Wall
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