Sliding glass doors are a smart addition to your home. The architectural feature doesn’t take up much room when you open it. It improves the flow of your home, bringing the outdoors in and expanding your space beyond the four walls. When you want natural light in certain rooms, sliding doors let in the sunshine.
However, sliding doors need the right treatment to deliver on form and functionality. With the right window coverings for sliding glass doors, you improve privacy, enhance light control, support good insulation and, overall, enjoy your home much better.
How do you choose the perfect treatment for your sliding glass doors?
When shopping for window treatments, think about the following questions:
From here, you’ll be able to pinpoint the ideal window treatments for sliding glass doors.
Different window coverings come with different benefits, but some will share a few similarities. For example, both plantation shutters and roller blinds contribute to the energy efficiency of homes. Although their materials and design are different, each window treatment can decrease the heat gain associated with the sun’s ultraviolet rays.
Is solar gain a concern for your home? If it is, choose a window covering that contributes to energy efficiency.
Other contemporary window treatments for sliding glass doors ensure unobstructed views of your outdoor space. Naturally, a garden you’ve lovingly looked after should be appreciated. When the sliding doors lead out to a patio and a landscaped backyard, you’ll want to relax to this view on weekend mornings. Bi-fold plantation shutters deliver on this benefit, creating an atmosphere of continuity and openness.
Bi-folding plantation shutters are an elegant solution to having access to views without sacrificing privacy. This treatment can be customised for all types of windows, patio doors and sliding glass doors.
An option to bi-folding shutters would be sliding plantation shutters. With bi-folding plantation shutters, the panels fold back on themselves whereas sliding shutters feature multiplier panels in one fixed panel that run on a bypass track system. Both plantation shutters are suitable for high traffic areas because they’re easy to operate.
Window treatments keep out or control harsh elements: UV rays, cold winds, heavy rains and dust. Because they provide much-needed protection for you and your home, choose sliding door window treatments that are well-made from durable materials.
The best window treatment may cost a bit more than your average window covering, but you’ll be purchasing a home necessity that’ll last for many years. Meticulously designed, long-lasting window treatments withstand constant sun exposure and heavy use.
This kind of window treatment will also look good even after many years of usage. Longevity doesn’t just save you money in the long run, but it also maintains the elevated look of your home.
The ability to control light and enhance privacy may seem like minor concerns when you think about cleaning and maintaining your window coverings. The level of anxiety over the task rises along with the number of windows you have. Unless you have a professional cleaner who’ll do it for you, cleaning window treatments is not likely your idea of a weekend.
Bear that in mind when you’re shopping for sliding glass door window treatments. For example, heavy damask curtains may be appealing for the grand style and the drama they create in a room. Consider, however, the process of cleaning them. Even if it’s a spot clean to save it from stains, it can still be quite labour-intensive. Some drapes also need to be dry-cleaned.
Plantation shutters, whether it’s the bi-folding kind or fixed plantation shutters, don’t have to be removed from windows. Simply adjust the louvres, run a feather duster or use microfibre cloth to remove built-up dust from the slats.
Since the window treatment is for your sliding glass door, clean up and maintenance on a regular basis is ideal. They may not be as exposed to external elements as outdoor blinds, but opening the sliding doors frequently will mean some exposure to dust.
Sliding glass doors will see a lot of traffic because you’ll likely use it every day. Maybe you open it first thing in the morning, letting the fresh air in while you sit with a cup of coffee or a cuppa. Maybe close it in the afternoon or evening for some privacy. With frequent use, you’ll need a window treatment that’s easy to use.
Window treatments like vertical blinds are easy enough to use with their pull chain or cordless wand. Plantation shutters are simple to use as well. You can tilt the slats to control light or privacy. You can operate the window treatment through a tilt rod placed at the centre of the shutter panel. Some shutters that feature a hidden tilt rod connect to all the louvres; when you open or close one louvre, the rest automatically follow.
Speaking of automation, some of the better window treatments feature cutting-edge technology that delivers convenience and efficiency. Motorised rolling shutters, for instance, are built with an innovative electrical system that lets you open or close the window treatment without walking up to it. A remote control allows you to operate the shutters from where you are in the room.
Finally, consider whether the window covering is safe for kids and pets. That leaves out any covering with cords that dangle or wands that kids and pets easily reach.
The best choice for homes with kids and pets are motorised window treatments. No cords, No ropes. No chains.
The right window covering for sliding glass doors ensures you enjoy a room that’s not only perfectly lit but also perfectly private. Consider your options carefully, and choose a provider that can deliver on your window furnishing needs.
Our meticulously designed products blend functionality with style, elevating your everyday experience. We manufacture and install a huge range of premium, Australian-made roller shutters, plantation shutters, outdoor blinds and louvre shutters.
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