The Best Window Coverings for French Doors and Patio Doors
French doors and sliding patio doors are beautiful, but they are tricky to cover because the treatment has to work around the handle and the door swing. The good news is there are several great solutions. Here is how we cover doors so they still look great and open smoothly.
Why doors need special treatments
A door covering has to clear the handle, move with the door, and stay put when the door swings or slides. A standard blind that works on a window will bang around or block the latch on a door. That is why door treatments are usually mounted directly to the door itself and held in place top and bottom, so they hug the glass and move as one with the door.
Cellular and pleated shades mounted to the door
For French doors, slim cellular or pleated shades mounted right on the glass are a favorite. They sit flush, operate with the door, and add insulation, which helps with the Houston heat on sun-facing doors. Cordless and child-safe versions keep the look clean with nothing hanging loose.
Enclosed and no-drill options
Enclosed blinds and certain no-drill mounting systems are ideal for renters or anyone who does not want to put holes in a door. These attach without permanent hardware and still give you privacy and light control. We will let you know which no-drill options fit your specific doors at your free estimate.
Sliding patio doors
Wide sliding glass doors call for different solutions: vertical blinds, panel-track systems, or wide privacy sheers like Hunter Douglas Luminette that slide aside as easily as the door itself. These stack neatly out of the way so you keep your view and easy access to the patio.
We measure and fit doors for free
Doors are exactly the kind of tricky opening where professional measuring pays off. We come out, measure your French or patio doors, recommend the right mount, and install everything free of charge. Call (832) 772-7137 to set up a free in-home estimate anywhere in Greater Houston.
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We’ll measure, recommend the right options for your home, and give you an honest quote, with free installation included. Already know your sizes? Order online and we’ll send a free quote within 24 to 48 hours.
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