One common problem homeowners come across is what to do with patio doors. Sliding glass and patio doors provide tons of natural light, but they don’t add much privacy or temperature control. Thankfully, there are several different options for covering patio doors while still creating a beautiful, stylish look for your home.
Options for Covering Patio Doors:
Averte Natural Shade
The Averte Shade is a great way of achieving a stylish and unique look over your patio doors. Averte shades hang with gentle folds and open effortlessly with a gentle push of your finger. Along with many other types of patio door shades, Averte Natural Shades are cordless. Adding convenience and safety for kids and pets.
Sliding Panels
Sliding panels have large fabric panels that slide back and forth on a rack, allowing for easy operation. They also have the ability to stack clear of the patio door when open. As with many other options for patio doors, sliding panels come in a variety of fabrics, making it easier to coordinate with other window treatments in the room.
Vertical Cellular Shades
Vertical cellular shades are a great way to add energy efficiency to your patio doors. Their honeycomb shape helps block out harsh summer heat and cold in the winter. Vertical cellular shades can be made with room-darkening or light-filtering materials, making them a great option for bedrooms with outdoor access as well.
Roller Shades with Valance
Roller shades with a valance work well when you want to see out and you don’t want others to see in. They add great privacy while still being light-filtering. Along with several of the other options for covering patio shades, roller shades can be motorized or added to your home automation system. Motorization, or home automation, will add convenience and ease to any busy lifestyle!
Vertical Sheers
Vertical sheers combine vertical blinds and sheer draperies. They have vanes that tilt closed, allowing for complete privacy. When the vanes are tilted open, they provide 86% UV protection, and you still have a view outside. These sheers also provide daytime privacy, where you can see out but others on the outside can’t see back in. Vertical sheers are a great choice when wanting to create an elegant, classic look in your home.
Shutters
Shutters are a popular way to cover patio doors. Not only do they add to the style in any decor, but shutters can also increase the resale value of your home! Let’s take a look at two different types of shutters used to cover patio doors.
1. Bypass/Sliding Shutters
Bypass/sliding shutters hang from a horizontal track. This track allows them to slide side-to-side, passing by one another. Bypass shutters give you the option to have one side of your patio doors open while the other side is closed.
2. Bi-Fold Shutter
Bi-fold shutters can be folded off to the side of your patio door. This style allows for an unobstructed view through your patio doors.
No longer do you need to be concerned about what you’re going to do with patio and sliding doors; there are many beautiful options to choose from. If you have any more questions or would like to see which options would look best in your home, contact us for your FREE in-home consultation today!
