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Covering your French Doors with Shades

Who doesn’t love swinging open their French doors and stepping out into the day? A beautiful feature in any home, French doors allow us to enjoy lots of sunlight, take advantage of a steady breeze when we open them, and are an overall pleasing architectural addition to our home. Covering them, however, can be a bit tricky. Unlike many stationary windows, French doors are constantly opened and closed throughout the day. This means that your shades might be flying about if you don’t get a window treatment that is specifically made for French doors. That is why we are excited to discuss some of our favorite French door window treatments options from Hunter Douglas. Offering quality design and endless functional benefits, these window treatments will enhance your French doors the moment they are hung up.

Hunter Douglas Vignette® Roman Shades for French doors near Traverse City, Michigan (MI)

Transform Light with Sheer Shades

French doors let in lots of sunlight, which we love. However, too much sun can be a bad thing. For example, too much of the harsh ultraviolet rays in direct sunlight can cause glare and sun damage over time. That is why one of our favorite French door window treatments are Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Sheer Shades. Innovative in light transformation, these shades turn harsh UV rays into a soothing glow throughout the day, combining two sheer panels with opaque vanes for variable light control and privacy. Plus, its control system is significantly smaller than a standard system in other window treatments, making Silhouette® Sheer Shades the perfect match for your French doors.

Enjoy a Crisp Look with Roman Shades

Another one of the best window treatments for French doors is our Hunter Douglas Vignette® Roman Shades. Offering a crisp, uncluttered style at your French doors, these shades are perfect for those who want to achieve a minimalist look. Plus, with elegantly stacked folds that offer privacy, light control, and endless beauty, these shades are a unique twist on the standard collection of shades for French doors. Hunter Douglas Vignette® Roman Shades also feature a flat construction that effortlessly fits behind the doors and handles of your French doors for a fitted result. No more shades swinging about.

Embrace Energy Efficiency with Cellular Shades

Did you know that up to 30% of your home’s energy loss happens at the window? This means that the chance of outside air coming in and inside air seeping out is greater at your French doors. If you want French door window treatments that cover your doors beautifully and offer energy efficiency through insulation, then one of the best window treatments for French doors in your home will be our Duette® Cellular Shades from Hunter Douglas. Featuring cellular construction that increases energy efficiency around your French doors, these shades reduce air leakages and increase your home’s comfort levels naturally. Plus, the available TrackGlide™ feature attaches the shades to the glass on your French doors, eliminating your blinds swinging about and eliminating the need for unsightly screws.

Contact Us Today

To learn more about the best French door window treatments and French door blinds, be sure to contact us online or visit us at Trend Window Design. We are located in Traverse City, Michigan, and proudly serve the greater Traverse City, MI area including Grand Traverse County, Leelanau, Leelanau County, Benzie, Benzie County, Charlevoix, Kalkaska, Antrim County, Michigan, and the surrounding areas.