Window Coverings for Doors

At Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, many of our customers are looking for window treatments for their doors versus their windows. If you’re in this boat, read on to get some ideas, and then speak with one of our representatives for specifics for your situation.

Both Function and Style

Certainly, style is a top priority. But without the perfect functionality, you’ll find even the most beautiful window treatments will quickly outlast their usefulness. A door has a much different purpose than a window, so it deserves a different approach than a window. Here are some ways doors and window differ from each other:

• Doors are used more frequently than windows
• Doors require room to open and close, while windows typically slide
• Doors are often floor to ceiling. Windows are typically about 30-40″ above the floor
• Doors are usually flush with the wall, while most windows have a frame which allows for inside-mount if desirable

Window Covering Options for Doors

If you’ve got a room with a regular window and a sliding glass door, for example, each piece has different and distinct needs. To achieve both seamless style and functionality that adds convenience to your home, look to different products that can complement each other. Each of these factors impact your window treatment options. Complementary window coverings give your home a naturally appealing style. Here are some window treatment combinations for your doors and windows:

• If you have wood blinds on your windows, try vertical blinds or complementary custom-made curtains on your doors
• If you have bamboo woven wood shades on your windows, try vertical woven wood panels on your door
• If you have roman shades on your windows, try split-draw drapes on your door

Matching Window Treatments

If you want the treatments to actually match, Hunter Douglas offers numerous solutions. Several product lines offer both horizontal and vertical applications that come in the exact same fabric. This includes Duette® and Applause® honeycomb shades that offer the same fabric in a vertical orientation called Vertiglide™. If you like the soft folds of a Roman shade, consider Vignette® Modern Roman Shades, which offer the Traversed™ with Vertiglide system. If you prefer a casual, natural vibe, consider Provenance® Woven Wood Shades, which also be made into Vertical Drapery.

Window Treatments for Doors in the Phoenix and Peoria, Arizona Area

Altra Home Décor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Anthem, Buckeye, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!