Sliding glass doors – there must be at least 50,000 of them up and down the Emerald Coast, looking out onto the most amazing sunsets. We hate to cover those ocean views! But it must be done, because-hot, hot daytime sun! Glare! And also, privacy.
So, what is the best type of window treatment for a sliding glass door? It isn’t easy to just go out and buy something to fit. Ready-made window treatments come in limited sizes. Fortunately, custom window treatments solve the problem.
Options for dressing sliding glass doors include products like:
Vertical Blinds: These consist of vertical slats that can be adjusted to control light and privacy. Vertical blinds are available in a variety of materials including fabric, vinyl, and aluminum.
Panel Track Blinds: Panel track blinds are a modern and sleek option for sliding glass doors, sometimes reminiscent of shoji screens. They feature large, fabric or woven wood panels that slide along a track system. Panel track blinds come in a wide range of colors, textures, and opacity levels.
Vertical Cellular Shades: Vertical cellular shades, also known as honeycomb shades, offer excellent insulation and energy efficiency for sliding glass doors. The cellular construction traps air, providing insulation against heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer. Vertical cellular shades are available in a variety of colors and cell sizes. The fit is neat and compact.
Sheer Vertical Shades: Sheer vertical shades combine the functionality of vertical blinds with the softness of sheer fabric. They feature vertical fabric vanes suspended between sheer fabric panels, allowing for adjustable light control and a soft, diffused glow.
Drapery Panels: Draperies add drama and sophistication to sliding glass doors. Draperies can be mounted on a decorative rod for enhanced style, or on a simple architectural track. A double rod, with blackout draperies over sheer draperies give the greatest versatility and luxury.
Factors such as privacy needs, light control preferences, insulation requirements, overall design aesthetics all come into play – along with durability. Let Draperies & Décor by Cheryl help find the right choice for your particular sliding glass door. Give us a call today! We are the window treatment specialists.
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