Sliding Glass Door Blinds

Since this high traffic area of your home can be tricky to cover, we thought you should know…you’re not alone! Finding the right sliding glass door blinds can be challenging for most homeowners, and we get a lot of questions about covering doors. We also have questions to get you thinking about your own project…

How Do Your Doors Move?

A top consideration for covering the glass doors of your home is how they function. This will have a huge impact on the type of window treatment that’s possible. Doors that open and close into the home, like patio doors and french doors, tend to do best with horizontal blinds and shades. Sliding glass doors that move side-to-side can function well with window coverings that match that movement, such as vertical blinds and shades. Although, it’s not unheard of to pair the opposite, it really depends on the make of the door and the layout of your home. Then, there are interior shutters that have options for both sliding function or framed panels attached to glass sections. French door shutters are a classic way to style doors.

Which Type of Door or Window Are You Covering?

While some “doors” are entirely glass, like sliding doors, others have glass panes, like a window nested inside of the door. Before you begin your search, you should know what type of glass–and what size–you’re covering. One of the reasons happens to be how the window covering would fit on the door, or whether it would have to be hung on a track from above. This will help you narrow down the sliding glass door blinds that will work best for you.

What Are the Best Features for Door Coverings?

Many homeowners love the way smart shades can open and close instantly with a tap or voice command. It makes life so much easier. Cordless is another favorite, removing additional clutter and obstacles. But, think about the reasons you want coverings, and you’ll discover the features you like best. Chances are, you love the entering light, but you want UV protection and softer light. Sheer and translucent fabrics are a great option that can deliver that. You might love the daytime light and views, but feel a need for privacy as the sun goes down. There are light filtering, view-through options that offer a blocked-off setting as well. And then, there’s the discomfort of bare glass–it can make your home feel cold in the winter and exhausting in the heat of summer. If that’s the case, energy efficient window treatments will rescue you!

Let’s Work Together!

More questions? Reach out to our team. As with any home improvement project, it’s always a good idea to get in touch with the experts. Window treatments are an investment, and the last thing you’ll want to do is spend money on something that you’re left unhappy with. Our team of experts can visit your home, check the layout, take professional measurements and listen to your concerns and frustrations about your doors. We’ll guide you to the window treatments that will solve your issues while providing incredible benefits!