Vertical blinds are an intuitive solution for sliding glass doors because they operate in the same way: sliding from side to side. Still, when choosing the best style of window treatment, you’ll need to consider a few elements carefully: the goal is to find a window treatment that serves your purposes, aligns with your decor, and doesn’t affect your doors’ functionality.
At A Shade Above, our design team can cover every sliding glass door in your home, and the first step is a detailed consultation. From there, we can help you find the best solution for the doors and wide windows in your home.
Prepping to Shop Vertical Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors
The first step in your shopping process is to measure your sliding glass doors by height and width for a general estimation of the size you need covered. Our team will measure again before installation to ensure precision in your custom fit, but your preliminary measurements will be a solid starting point for your product selection process.
Next, consider how much light control and privacy you want. If too much heat and sunlight enter your home via your sliding doors, you may want to narrow your search to opaque or insulating materials. Then, consider how often you use the door—durable materials are a must if it’s a frequently accessed area leading to a patio, deck, or other outdoor space.
Now, we get to the fun part: choosing a style. Are you going for a modern look or something more traditional? Your choice of vertical blinds for patio doors should complement your home’s overall theme.
Materials Matter in Vertical Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors
Vertical blinds come in different materials, each with benefits. Here’s a breakdown of the most common kinds:
- Fabric: Soft, versatile fabric vertical blinds come in countless colors and patterns for personalization. The materials can also provide insulation for cool fall and winter temperatures.
- Vinyl: These vertical blinds for sliding glass doors are moisture-resistant, so they’re ideal for kitchens and bathrooms.
- Aluminum: Sleek, modern aluminum vertical blinds are contemporary, lightweight, and sturdy. Their reflective surfaces help manage light.
Vinyl and aluminum blinds tend to have more casual profiles than fabric versions. But with the right styling, you’ll have some flexibility.
Vertical Blinds for Patio Doors by Hunter Douglas
We feature custom window treatments by Hunter Douglas. These sophisticated blinds are all available for sliding glass doors.
- Vertical Solutions® Vertical Blinds: These are the brand’s most traditional vertical blinds for sliding glass doors. Order them in fabric or vinyl with 3.5″ louvers. They come with a patented headrail, and the louvers have left, right, split, or center stacking options. Vertical Solutions® Vertical Blinds operate with a Cord and Wand control.
- Somner® Vertical Blinds: A solution known for its supreme customizability, Somer® Panel-Track blinds come in fabric, vinyl, or aluminum metal options with 3.5″ louvers. The patented headrail ensures easy control, whether you’re looking for left, right, center, or split stacking options. The PermAssure® Safety Wand allows for easy push-and-pull control, perfect for sliding glass doors.
- Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds: Ideal for sliding glass doors, Skyline® Panel-Track Blinds have an innovative design and over 450 color choices. The fabric-covered, 11 ½” or 17″ panels use an integrated bottom weight for smooth operation and neat stacking. You can also mount them on the ceiling to use as room dividers.
- Luminette® Sheer Panels: These innovative window treatments are styled like sheer drapes with a hidden secret: 180-degree rotating fabric vanes inside that gently diffuse light. They feature the SofTrak™ hardware system for a clean, polished look and easy operation. Ask about room-darkening fabrics if needed.
We Have Custom Vertical Blinds for Patio Doors in Charlotte & Cornelius, NC & North Myrtle Beach, SC
A Shade Above offers Hunter Douglas Window Treatments and custom-made in-house shutters from our three showroom locations. Our experts are excited to you select luxury custom vertical blinds for the sliding glass doors in your home.
Contact us for exceptional service in the greater Charlotte, Cornelius, NC & North Myrtle Beach, SC areas. We look forward to working with you!
A Shade Above – Charlotte Headquarters
& Temporary Showroom
1253 Matthews Mint Hill Road
Matthews, NC 28105
By Appointment Only
