So that leaves many wondering how you can get some privacy without the annoyance of ill-fitting window treatments and the sounds of blinds banging on your door. So let’s delve into which window treatments are the best for your front door or French doors.

Why Custom is Best

You could go with big box options, but there are some serious downsides to them. First is that they often interfere with the door handle, which could lead to bent blind slats or soiled fabrics. Second is that big box store window coverings just aren’t made from quality materials. As your grandfather would say, “You get what you pay for.” And with big box options, you’ll be paying for it over and over again.

Opting for custom window treatments for your doors solves those two big problems. Custom window coverings are made to fit your exact door’s dimensions and your needs. Plus, they are made from high quality materials that are made to last. For a door that gets used daily, we understand just how important it is that your window covering stands up to the wear and tear of daily use! 

Attach from Top to Bottom

Beyond choosing custom, you’ll need window treatments that attach to the top and bottom of the window on your door. This will eliminate the annoying swinging and banging that would happen if the treatment is only attached at the top. This means opting for treatments that offer hold down brackets. These are brackets that you can clip the window treatment into when fully covering the window. Some brands may even offer magnetic brackets, making it even easier to open and close your window treatments.

The Best Window Treatments for Front Doors and French Doors

If blinds aren’t your thing, don’t worry! There are a variety of chic and stylish options that fit everyone’s needs and personal tastes. Here are some of our favorite window treatments for your doors:

• Mini Blinds: We love their full functionality thanks to the slatted design.
• Cellular Shades: This lightweight window treatment is perfect for doors and the bottom up-top down options are perfect for sunny rooms. We recommend going with a single layer of cells. 
• Roman Shades: We can’t get enough of the luxurious folds and endless variety of patterns and fabrics, offering a graceful touch to your French doors.
• Woven Wood Shades: These window treatments make a huge textural impact. We recommend adding edge banding to prevent fraying. 
• Roller Shades: They are perfect for modern tastes and we love that solar roller shades help keep your home more comfortable. 

Window Treatments You Shouldn’t Install on Doors

There are a lot of window treatments that work on your front and French doors, but there are a few that we don’t recommend. These are window treatments that require a lot of depth or an extensive build out to be able to tilt the louvers (blinds with wider slats). We also don’t recommend sliding panels or vertical blinds as they can be cumbersome to operate your door. 

Upgrade Your View Today!

Elevated Views is your locally-owned Pikes Peak Region custom blinds and window covering expert! We offer a wide selection of window treatments and our team’s expertise can help you find the perfect window coverings for all your needs. We understand the importance of working in a budget you set and we promise a process that is both simple and fun! Schedule your free in-home consultation and quote today!