Finding the Best Sliding Door Window Treatment

Sliding glass doors are wonderful. They let in light, frame your view, and open your home to the patio or backyard. But they also pose a tricky challenge when it comes to window coverings, because a sliding door needs a treatment that works with its movement, not against it. If you're searching for the best sliding door window treatment for your home, here's a look at your top options (and how to choose the right one).

What Makes Sliding Doors Different

A sliding glass door is wide, tall, and in near-constant use, so its covering must do a few things at once. It needs to span a large opening, stack neatly out of the way for walk through, and withstand daily handling. Many of these options are also available with motorization, letting you open and close them with the touch of a button. The good news is that several styles are available with motorization. What it all comes down to, then, is your priorities for light, privacy, and style.

Blinds for Sliding Doors

Vertical blinds are the classic choice for patio doors, and for good reason. Designed to glide side to side, blinds for sliding patio doors move with the door and let you tilt the vanes for precise control of light and privacy. Modern versions have come a long way from the dated look of years past, with updated materials and operating systems. They're practical, budget-friendly, and easy to use day to day. 

Shades for Sliding Doors

If you prefer a softer, more contemporary look, shades are an excellent choice. Panel-track shades are a standout option, with wide fabric panels that slide on a track. They’re available in a wide range of fabrics and opacities, so you can choose anything from light-filtering panels to full room-darkening coverage. Vertical cellular shades are another favorite, adding energy efficiency that's especially welcome through our cool, damp Pacific Northwest seasons.

Shutters for Sliding Doors

For a timeless, built-in look that adds value to your home, it's hard to beat shutters for sliding glass doors. Specially designed bypass or bi-fold plantation shutters are built to accommodate a sliding door's movement while delivering the elegant, architectural style shutters are loved for. They're durable, beautiful, and a true upgrade for any room.

Select Window Treatments for Sliding Glass Doors with Walls & Windows

The best way to find your perfect fit is to see these options in person and talk through how you use the space. As your local source for sliding window coverings, our certified design team will help you compare styles, fabrics, and features, then handle professional measuring and installation. And because we've been a trusted, family-owned business since 1992, we also repair and clean window treatments; we're here for you long after installation day.

Ready to transform your sliding doors? Contact Walls & Windows today to schedule your consultation. Based in Bellingham, Washington, we serve Point Roberts, Whatcom County, Skagit County, and Island County.