Tips for Selecting the Best Window Treatments for Sliding Glass Doors
- Consider form and function: The Shade Store offers excellent sliding glass door window coverings that not only look great, but also reduce glare and protect your home interior from UV rays.
- Layer sliding glass door window coverings for added depth and dimension: Sheer fabrics layered under heavier textiles or designer exclusives creates a stunning effect.
- Get expert assistance: Our Design Consultants are here to make the entire window treatment process effortless. Request a complimentary design consultation today!
Solar Shades — 5% Metallic, Zinc
The Shade Store offers a wide selection of sliding door window treatment options — including blinds, drapes and shades — that not only add a layer of privacy, but also elevate your home décor. Because these types of windows (or doors, depending on how you look at them!) get lots of traffic, we recommend sliding glass door window coverings that open and close easily and can withstand frequent use.
Sliding glass doors can fill your home with natural light, so when you’re looking for the best window treatments for sliding glass doors, it’s important to consider how much light you would like to let in. Choosing the right sliding glass door window coverings will give you the ultimate ability to control the natural light in your space.
With custom sliding glass door window coverings from The Shade Store, it’s easy to add style to your home without sacrificing functionality. To make the selection process easier, we’ve included ideas and recommendations for the best window treatments for sliding glass doors.
Shades for Sliding Glass Doors
Whether you’re looking for more privacy, better light control, or glare reduction, Shades are a versatile sliding door window treatment solution. Our Roller Shades, Solar Shades and Roman Shades are all excellent products that provide a custom fit and add distinct character to spaces of all types.
Solar Shades — 5% Orbit, White
Solar Shades
Our Design Consultants recommend Solar Shades if you would like to reduce glare and block UV rays. Available in a variety of transparencies to suit your needs, Solar Shades are some of the best window treatments for sliding glass doors if you would like to protect your interior while maintaining your beautiful view.
Roller Shades
Available in light filtering, blackout, solid and print options, our Roller Shades are excellent sliding glass door window coverings you can coordinate to your taste.
Roman Shades
Sleek, sophisticated, and highly functional, Roman Shades are a steadfast sliding door window treatment solution. The bottom fold of each Roman Shade ensures a clean look when the shade is lowered and a neat stack when the shade is raised. Roman Shades also function well with everyday use, so they’re great for high-traffic areas.
All shades and curtains for sliding glass doors can be crafted in widths up to 144”, so you can cover a wide set of sliding doors with one shade or opt for multiple shades to dress the space.
Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors
Blinds are a versatile and functional window treatment for sliding glass doors. The Shade Store offers an extensive, stylish selection of handcrafted blinds, including vertical blinds, wood blinds, and panel track blinds.
Vertical Blinds
Custom vertical blinds for sliding glass doors are yet another option to consider for your home. Meticulously handcrafted, our vertical blinds are durable enough to withstand everyday use and offer a sleek alternative to drapery.
Panel Track Blinds
An incredible update to standard vertical blinds, our Panel Track Blinds are ideal sliding glass door window coverings. Best For Kids certified, our Cord and Baton control options slide effortlessly along your choice of a White or Silver track. You can also choose the opening direction: to the right, to the left, or split from the middle.
Panel Track Blinds — Park, Winter
Panel Track Blinds can be mounted on the ceiling, inside the sliding door frame (inside mount blinds have minimum depth requirements), or outside the sliding glass door frame. With a wide assortment of colors and privacy levels to choose from, Panel Track Blinds are a great option for sliding glass door window coverings.
Drapes for Sliding Glass Doors
Blending beauty and functionality, drapery is a stylish and elegant solution for covering sliding doors. Our custom drapes glide effortlessly to allow you total privacy and light control. With 6 custom styles and more than 650 exclusive materials, you’ll be sure to find the perfect combination for your sliders.
Ripple Fold Drapery
Inner Layer: Waterfall Woven Wood Shades — Artisan Weaves Cove, Ash / Outer Layer: Ripple Fold Drapery — Holland & Sherry Andes, Castle Wall
Designed with soft folds of fabric that cascade beautifully, Ripple Fold Drapery is a stunning window treatment for sliding glass doors. Similar to Panel Track Blinds, Ripple Fold Drapery has sliding panels that glide along a track that’s mounted either to the ceiling or the wall. Choose between Cord, Baton, and even Motorized control options to fit your needs.
Tailored Pleat Drapery
Another elegant window treatment for sliding glass doors, Tailored Pleat Drapery is effortlessly elegant with a clean drape, thanks to its signature waterfall pleat. This drapery style is incredibly functional and easy to operate.
A great way to add depth and dimension to your sliding glass door window coverings and increase privacy is by layering curtain sheers under more substantial materials or a fabric from one of our exclusive designer collections.
Drapery Hardware and Curtain Rods For Sliding Glass Doors
No sliding glass door is complete without the proper hardware. Our exclusive hardware collections are designed to perfectly complement our custom drapery line. With a wide selection of styles and finishes to choose from, you’ll find the ideal hardware to tie the whole look together.
Discover More Ideas For Your Sliding Glass Doors
If you’re preparing to dress your sliding glass doors in custom window treatments, we are happy to help you choose the perfect products. Browse our online photo gallery for sliding door window ideas, order free swatches, or speak with an expert Design Consultant in one of our nationwide showrooms.
