Finding Window Treatments for a Patio or Sliding Door
Patio and sliding doors tend to create a challenge for homeowners looking for treatments because they are such a large expanse of glass. But really, there are plenty of choices available, and it’s pretty easy to find the right one. At Ross Howard Designs serving the greater Dallas area, we’ll be happy to help you achieve your window treatment goals.
Benefits of Patio or Sliding Door Treatments
Leaving these large expanses of glass uncovered can impact your electric bill—after all, window treatments can help keep your room cool in the summer and warm in the winter by insulating at the window, so it’s monetarily wise to cover it. A window treatment will also make your room feel finished, protect your furnishings from harmful UV rays, and provide the privacy you desire.
Draperies
Depending on your requirements, stationary and drapery panels add an elegant look to a room. With many fabrics in hundreds of colors and textures, you can find the perfect match for your décor. If privacy isn’t a concern, select drapery panels. If you want some privacy but still want the view, select a sheer fabric. However, if privacy is key, select a heavier fabric with a decorative rod or a combination of blinds and draperies together to achieve the result you want.
Vertical Blinds
Custom-made vertical blinds from Hunter Douglas are available in a range of fabrics, as well as vinyl and aluminum. Vertical blinds are an inexpensive way to cover patio and sliding doors. Your options include Cadence® Soft Vertical Blinds, which mimic soft drapery folds. Or choose Somner® Custom Vertical Blinds, which offer the largest selection of colors, fabrics, vinyl, and aluminum. Another options is Vertical Solutions®, which are the most economical and are offered in patterns and colors in fabric and vinyl.
Vertical Options
Duette® Vertiglide™ Honeycomb Shades are the vertical orientation of regular Duette Honeycomb shades, so they offer the same benefits in terms of energy efficiency and style. Best of all, regardless of how big your shade is, it only stacks 6? when opened. Plus, you can add Duolite™ to get two shades in one—a sheer fabric and an opaque fabric for total light control. Another addition to the Hunter Douglas vertical family and is the Luminette® Privacy Sheer, which is the vertical orientation of the Silhouette® shading. Finally, you could choose Skyline® Gliding Window Panels, which offer flexibility and great looks.
Find Sliding or Patio Door Options in Dallas, Arlington, TX Areas
Ross Howard Designs has been a Dallas area leader in Hunter Douglas window coverings, interior design, and wallpaper since 1981. We offer personalized service you’ll only find with a locally owned store. Stop by our newly expanded Hunter Douglas Gallery location to see over 70 functional window covering displays, including the latest in PowerView® Motorization.
The professional designers at Ross Howard are committed to bringing you the latest styles, current trends, and innovative technologies. For more expert information on window treatments, or for a free in-store consultation, give us a call today – 972-490-0088. When you stop by our showroom make sure you ask us for a free design book.
