Finding the right coverings for the windows in your home can be a fun and rewarding project. But it’s easy to forget that your doors deserve the luxury treatment too. Whether you’re looking for sliding door blinds, window treatments for French doors or traditional door window coverings, there are certain considerations that need to be taken into account. Treating door windows can be very different compared to how you treat standard windows. Let’s take a closer look at some of the different things you can do.
Sliding glass doors are a wonderful feature in any home. While providing easy access to the outdoors, they also let a great deal of natural light enter the home and can offer a great view. When it comes to their coverings, you have several options.
Vertical blinds are perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your room. Not only do they look great, you can easily control the amount of light that comes in through the window by rotating the louvers. When they’re closed, they completely protect your privacy and block out the sun’s rays.
Panel shades have been a growing trend when it comes to sliding glass doors. This type of blind is composed of a number of large fabric panels that slide on a track to open and close. These panels provide a sleek look with a number of different fabric styles to choose from.
French doors offer a lovely entranceway to your home oasis. The ability to have two doors open at the same time allows a pleasant breeze to flow through your home. This two-door feature also offers you the opportunity to choose some beautiful window treatments.
A common issue with French door blinds is that the handles can hinder functionality. To solve this, purchase blinds that fit comfortably between the glass panes. This is called a tight fit or an inside mount, and will keep your door frame unobstructed.
Roller shades are perfect for this and come in a variety of different fabrics, like Solar Shades. Solar Shades might be an optimal choice for French doors, as they can minimize the amount of sun that enters a room, keeping it nice and cool on hot days.
If you plan on raising and lowering your blinds often, consider motorizing your blinds, a convenient solution, especially if you choose to place them between glass panes.
As the main entrance to your home, the front door is the first thing most visitors will see when stopping by. So a nice window treatment on your front door can be crucial to making a great first impression.
Hinged front doors can often use the same types of window treatments that work with French doors. These include minimalist roller shades that come in an assortment of different fabrics. Designer shades are a popular choice when choosing roller shades, as they come in various colours and textures from fabric mills around the world. You can also install Solar Shades, which help with minimizing light while protecting your privacy.
As with French doors, standard front doors with lever style handles might require inside mount blinds to avoid knocking into each other – so make sure you take this into consideration before making a purchase.
In the end, there are countless options for you to choose from when picking out door window coverings. Whether you’re looking for sliding door blinds or just need something simple for your front door, there are a few things to consider. Make sure you measure your door frame, take into account any handles or odd features that might impact your shades or blinds, and also consider the amount of light you want to let in. Once you’ve taken care of the functional side of things, the style, colour, and materials are basically up to you!
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