Window Blinds
Whatever type of door you have leading to the patio, this is usually taken for granted by a lot of people with regard to the design scheme. However, several sliding glass door blinds are available in the market that can turn a nuisance into an accent. Whether you’re opting for the more conventional vertical blinds or the more contemporary horizontal style, blonds will allow you to have adequate privacy and style to your room and makes sure that unwanted sunlight is blocked.
Vertical blinds are typically ideal for windows of any size, French and patio doors, also bay windows. They provide a neat and streamlined finish and go perfectly with narrower windows or doorways. Numerous interior designers make use of vertical blinds on patio doors to have a desired vibe and they can complement draperies.
Blinds are mostly used in rooms that a lot of sunlight is peeping through. You can find quality vertical blinds made out of sturdy material that reflect the harsh rays of the sun. This way, you get to save some money on electricity bills.
Another good thing about vertical blinds is it can deliver even to those who have very discriminating tastes. It can be very luxurious especially when it’s made out of real wood and have piano smooth finish to it. It can be used to blend perfectly a patio door, an entire wall, or a room full of windows.
Horizontal blinds provide a steady look to your windows and doors, and it is usually used today to cover patio doors. Horizontal blinds, however, have long cords that tend to load up at the bottom of the doorway.
Normally, horizontal blinds run from corner to corner of the whole two panel doorway in either one or two pieces. How high the blinds should be installed generally depends on the stack height but blinds experts have come up with solutions to this. Just try blinds and maybe you can have something to add up to the beauty of your house!
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Q&A: Any ideas for window treatments in screened-in patio?
Question by okeydokey: Any ideas for window treatments in screened-in patio?
We completely screened in our back patio. There are 12 screen window sections top and bottom. Each pane measures 28″ x 36″. There is also a screen door added. Right now I have lace door panels on 2 of the top window sections using spring tension rods. The screen door also has a lace door panel. The other windows were completely covered on the exterior with 7ft outdoor rollup blinds. We want a little privacy and the lace curtains do OK. It gets a little dusty so we’d like to keep dust minimal from coming in. The rollup blinds are a pain and can only be worked from the outside plus they don’t hold up very well. There’s a roof overhang so very little rain comes in. Any decorating ideas for these windows?? Prefer a more contemporary look. Thanks so much in advance.
I forgot to mention that we did the floor in light earth tone linoleum. The wood was painted in a dark brown and ceiling is off white and the back wall is beige. I live in Hawaii so it can stay up all year round. Cost is no object. Love the creative & interesting ideas!
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Answer by musicimprovedme
How about shower curtains made of vinyl or water resistant fabric? They are pre-made for very reasonable cost and would work fine outdoors because they are meant to get wet. I would try shopping somewhere like Ross or a similar place…totally clearance rack!
The other thing I can think is some particularly heavy weight tulle or mosquito netting type material, you can buy huge volumes of it for little money, like a dollar or less per yard. If you scrunch it together it offers you the privacy you want, but still allows for light. You can get a soft color like a buttery yellow or a soft blue to bathe you in a sunshine or watery feeling color, or use white or cream.
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Where can I find window treatments for a sliding patio door?
Question by William U: Where can I find window treatments for a sliding patio door?
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Answer by patrebb
Any company that sells window coverings can help you on this one. Do an online search for companies in your area, or go to some of the major manufacturer sites (hunterdouglas.com, blindcrafter.com, graberblinds.com). Many people do vertical blinds or draperies for their patio doors, but you do not have to be so limited in your selection. There are a lot of other options so it is good to do the research and see what suits your lifestyle and decor.
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