Instead, opt for more discreet window treatment ideas such as roller shades that won’t hinder the view.
When rolled up, the system blends in with the door’s trim for a seamless look.
The simple window shades can be pulled down when needed to block light and offer privacy.
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Choose lined curtains for your sliding doors that will effectively block the sun’s rays during the day.
The patterned curtain panels frame and soften the bank of windows without detracting from the views beyond.
Use a curtain rod that is long enough to extend beyond your sliding door.
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This way curtains remain out of the way and don’t impede traffic.
In this dining room, a soft shade of blue adds interest to an otherwiseneutral color scheme.
Pair Sliding Doors and Windows
Sliding doors are often paired with windows.
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Extend a drapery rod across the entire bank and pick curtains that suit your styleit’s that easy!
Just double-check you have enough fabric to allow the curtains to close completely.
Blinds or Shades for Sliding Doors
For tailored sliding door window treatments, consider blinds or shades.
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Vertical blinds have wide metal or plastic slats that hang down from a top rail.
When closed, they lie flat against the window and overlap slightly to block the light.
Each panel hangs from its own track, so when you draw them open, they stack neatly.
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Be sure to screw them into wall studs for stability.
Thenhang curtainsusing easy-slide rings or a cord system that lets you draw them open and closed from one side.
Here,black-and-whitestriped draperies bookend black sliding doors.
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Narrow or wide louversit’s your choicerotate open and closed to let you control the view and light.
Minimal Window Treatments
Sliding doors are favored for the views and access to outdoor spaces.
A simple pair of sheer panels or opaque curtains will filter light while still providing privacy.
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Curtains hung on rings slide open with ease to keep the door accessible.
Reclaim some of that lost opportunity with patterned sliding door curtains.
In this dining room,bold striped curtainscommand attention while staying in step with the room’s relaxed mood.
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Choose a fade-resistant fabric in a print or fabric you love to make the investment worth it.
Theyre likely rarely untied, but theres ample fabric to do so if desired.
Blinds also allow easy control over the amount of light and privacy in the room.
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Plus, blinds are a modern window treatment solution that suits both traditional andcontemporary designs.
For ease of maintenance, there are also window treatments that are part of the sliding door itself.
Here, acoastal living roomwith glass doors gets window treatments that match the seaside aesthetic.
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Use floor-to-ceiling curtains to make sliding glass doors more elegant.
Hang curtains so they barely touch the floor for a clean (and easier to manage) look.
To make your room look taller, however, purchase longer curtains and hang them closer to the ceiling.
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Extend the rod at least 12 inches on either side of the door, if possible.
Blinds may be easiest to install and are practical if space around your sliding door is limited.
They also allow you to easily vary the amount of light coming in.
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Almost any window covering will increase the privacy of your sliding glass doors.
If you want to minimize light and increase privacy, blackout or opaque curtains or shades might work best.
If you want to add interest to your sliding glass doors, consider decorative shutters or Roman shades.
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