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Vinyl Folding Up Windows
10 Year Warranty For Manufacturing-Level Defects
Available in 14-21 Days (Backorder)
Vinyl folding-up windows open vertically and stack compactly near the top of the opening. They are an efficient solution for kitchen pass-throughs, outdoor bars, concession stands, food trucks, and smaller serving areas.
Description
Vinyl folding-up windows use connected panels that move upward and fold near the top of the opening. This vertical operation creates a clear pass-through without requiring the side-stacking space needed for a bifold window.
Folding-up windows may also be described as fold-up windows, vertical folding windows, lift-up windows, or flip-up serving windows.
Ideal for Kitchen Pass-Throughs
A vinyl fold-up pass-through window works well above a kitchen sink or countertop. When open, the panels remain above the serving area, leaving the countertop accessible for food preparation, entertaining, and outdoor dining.
A fold-up window for an outdoor kitchen can create a practical connection between the interior kitchen and a patio bar. These systems are also suitable for garage bars, man caves, pool areas, concession stands, and compact hospitality spaces.
Commercial and Mobile Applications
Folding-up windows are frequently used in concession stands and food-service environments because they provide a wide serving opening while keeping the panels away from customers and work surfaces.
A folding-up window for a food truck or kiosk must be designed for the available opening, wall construction, operating clearance, and transportation conditions. Commercial applications may also require specific safety glass, locking hardware, and weather protection.
Headroom and Clearance Requirements
Because the panels fold upward, a vertical folding window requires sufficient space above the opening. The exact headroom depends on the number of panels, panel height, hinge arrangement, and operating hardware.
For rooms with low ceilings or limited overhead clearance, a smaller fold-up system, bifold window, or gas strut window may be more suitable. The opening should be professionally measured before ordering.
Custom Sizes, Screens, and Sill Options
Custom fold-up window sizes are available for residential and commercial projects. A fold-up window with a flush sill can create a cleaner countertop transition, while a raised or weather-resistant sill may offer better protection in exposed exterior locations.
Some fold-up windows can include a screen. Screen compatibility depends on the system design and may involve retractable, removable, or separate framed screens.
Fold-Up Window Performance
A properly engineered folding-up window should remain stable in the open position through its support and operating hardware. However, users should avoid forcing the panels or operating the window during severe weather.
Weather resistance depends on the frame, glass, seals, sill drainage, installation, and exposure conditions. For exterior projects, the system should be selected according to the local climate and building requirements.
Pricing and Installation
Vinyl fold-up window cost varies based on dimensions, panel quantity, glass type, frame color, hardware, screen options, sill design, and installation complexity. Larger custom openings generally require stronger hardware and additional structural preparation.
Vinyl Folding Up Windows Specification
| Color | Black, White, Custom Color |
|---|---|
| Opening View | Inside View, Outside View |
| Brand | Milgard, Andersen |
| Series | V400 Tuscany® Series, V300 Trinsic™ Series, V250 Style Line® Series, 400 Series (Double-hung), 400 Series gliding patio door, 200 Series (Double-hung), 200 Series Narroline® (Thinnest frame) |
Frame Material
Glass
Packaging
Free Measurement
Installation Service
10 Years Of Warranty
Type of Finish
Polypropyllene (PP)
Stock Colors
Snow White, Ribeira Ash, Loire ash, Shambor, Pecan Nutwood, Veralinga Oak
Slab Construction
Solid Frame, Solid Core
Stock Height
79 3/8”, 83 1/4”, 92 1/2″, 95 1/4”
Stock Width
17 13/16”, 23 13/16”, 27 13/16”, 29 13/16”, 31 13/16”, 35 13/16”
Slab Thickness
1 3/4”
Jamb Width
4 9/16”
Jamb Thickness
4 9/16” – 6 7/8”
Wall covered by jamb with extensions and adjustable casing
3/4”
Possibility to install an automatic door bottom
Yes
SHIPPING AND ORDER CONFIRMATIONS
After your order has been placed, you will receive a confirmation email.
Once your order has shipped, you will receive a second email; if your order requires multiple shipments, you will receive a corresponding number of email confirmations about them. Please keep these emails (invoices) in your mailbox.
ADDRESS RESTRICTIONS
We don’t send the orders to military APO/FPO addresses or PO Boxes. Please provide a valid physical address during the ordering process.
Orders are shipped from Monday to Friday and across California, Nevada, Arizona. All doors are safely shipped in a specifically designed secure crating system which ensures that your order arrives in a perfect condition.
SHIPPING*
The orders are shipped via LTL (for large items) or carriers (for small items).
LTL shipping is curbside only, unless otherwise required, at the customer’s expense. The delivery time varies depending on the final destination.
However, the average is 5-7 business days for the West Coast.
Orders are shipped only across California, Nevada, Arizona. Please contact Doors Los Angeles directly for all orders outside the contigous US.
Fold-Up Windows FAQs
What are fold-up windows?
Fold-up windows feature multiple horizontal glass panels connected by heavy-duty hinges. Instead of sliding to the side, the sections fold upward and stack neatly at the top of the frame when opened. They operate very similarly to a standard bifold door, just vertically.
What are the main advantages of a fold-up window?
How easy are they to operate?
Are fold-up windows secure when closed?
Do they seal well against bad weather?
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- Check/Money order
Frame Material
Glass
Packaging
Free Measurement
Installation Service
10 Years Of Warranty
Type of Finish
Polypropyllene (PP)
Stock Colors
Snow White, Ribeira Ash, Loire ash, Shambor, Pecan Nutwood, Veralinga Oak
Slab Construction
Solid Frame, Solid Core
Stock Height
79 3/8”, 83 1/4”, 92 1/2″, 95 1/4”
Stock Width
17 13/16”, 23 13/16”, 27 13/16”, 29 13/16”, 31 13/16”, 35 13/16”
Slab Thickness
1 3/4”
Jamb Width
4 9/16”
Jamb Thickness
4 9/16” – 6 7/8”
Wall covered by jamb with extensions and adjustable casing
3/4”
Possibility to install an automatic door bottom
Yes
SHIPPING AND ORDER CONFIRMATIONS
After your order has been placed, you will receive a confirmation email.
Once your order has shipped, you will receive a second email; if your order requires multiple shipments, you will receive a corresponding number of email confirmations about them. Please keep these emails (invoices) in your mailbox.
ADDRESS RESTRICTIONS
We don’t send the orders to military APO/FPO addresses or PO Boxes. Please provide a valid physical address during the ordering process.
Orders are shipped from Monday to Friday and across California, Nevada, Arizona. All doors are safely shipped in a specifically designed secure crating system which ensures that your order arrives in a perfect condition.
SHIPPING*
The orders are shipped via LTL (for large items) or carriers (for small items).
LTL shipping is curbside only, unless otherwise required, at the customer’s expense. The delivery time varies depending on the final destination.
However, the average is 5-7 business days for the West Coast.
Orders are shipped only across California, Nevada, Arizona. Please contact Doors Los Angeles directly for all orders outside the contigous US.
Fold-Up Windows FAQs
What are fold-up windows?
Fold-up windows feature multiple horizontal glass panels connected by heavy-duty hinges. Instead of sliding to the side, the sections fold upward and stack neatly at the top of the frame when opened. They operate very similarly to a standard bifold door, just vertically.
What are the main advantages of a fold-up window?
How easy are they to operate?
Are fold-up windows secure when closed?
Do they seal well against bad weather?
We accept the following payment methods:
- Credit card
- Bank Transfer Payment/Wire transfer
- Check/Money order
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