After you’ve just gotten a new patio door installed in your home, it’s time to start figuring out what type of patio door treatment to get for it. Patio door treatments serve a number of purposes. They prevent the hot air from getting into your home during the summer months of the year, they give you an increased measure of security from thieves trying to look inside, and they are also a good way to increase the overall aesthetics of your home.
You might initially think that treatment options for patio doors are all the same. It might appear that way, but there are actually many different types that you can get. Figuring out what patio door treatment options to go with can take a bit of research, but once you boil it down to just one, you’ll be glad that you spent the time looking around and considering all of your options.
Curtains
Patio door treatments come in many different shapes and sizes. Curtains are a common option that people go with because they are convenient and straightforward to install, you can clean them very easily, and if they rip or get damaged, you can easily replace them. Even if you’re not skilled at DIY tasks, you won’t have an issue installing curtains on your patio door.
Curtains can be spot cleaned as they’re situated in place or you can also just take them completely off and put them in the washer and dryer. Most people find that the toughest part about patio door curtains is figuring out what ones to go with.
With so many colors out there, it can be intimidating in going with just one. Many people like to match the style of the curtain with the colors in the rest of their homes, while others like to get a little more creative and pick colors that match their personal tastes. The flexibility and creativity that you can exercise with curtains don’t end.
If your curtains end up looking old or you’re just sick of them after a while, you can easily just take them off, toss them out, and purchase new ones. Many people enjoy curtains because of their versatility.
Some of the more common uses of curtains are for:
- Sliding patio doors
- Multi-slide patio doors
- Bifold patio doors
- Anyone who just wants to increase the aesthetic appeal of their patio door
Vertical Patio Door Blinds
Vertical blinds are another common option for patio doors. While they might not appear as nice as hanging curtains, they are a good way to keep your patio doors covered. Many people like to match their vertical blinds to the interior colors of their homes. When vertical blinds are closed, they stack up on the patio door and don’t take up a lot of space in comparison to some of the other treatment options.
Vertical patio door blinds are probably the easiest treatment option to clean because the fabric doesn’t absorb as much liquid as some of the other options. To clean them, all you have to do is get a cloth, some mild cleanser, and softly rub the cloth against the dirt, debris, or stains on the blinds.
Vertical blinds are perfect for:
- Sliding patio doors
- Multi-slide patio doors
- Bifold patio doors
- Homeowners who are focused on functionality
Shades
Patio door shades aren’t as common as patio door curtains or vertical blinds, but they are still a wise treatment option to consider. There is a wide variety of shades that you can choose from.
Vertical Cellular Shades
Vertical cellular shades cover the whole patio door frame with a type of pattern that resembles a honeycomb. These types of shades are effective at keeping the sun out of your home. The shades are also very easy to use. All you have to do is slide the side over if you’re wanting to look through your patio door.
Panel Track Shades
Panel track shades function in a similar way to how curtains function. A big portion of fabric simply slides through a track that’s located on the upper portion of the door. If you’re wanting a little more privacy or shade in your room, you can get multiple panels.
Panel track shades are very close to curtains in terms of what they offer. They come in a number of different designs, colors, and styles, and that is causing them to become more popular as the years go on.
Panel track shades are perfect for:
- French patio doors
- sliding patio doors
- Multi-slide patio doors
- Homeowners do aren’t too concerned with a bit of an obstructed view
Between-The-Glass Shades
These shades are located in between that glass on your patio doors. Because of that, you’ll never have to worry about your views being obstructed or interfered with. A number of advantages associated with these shades are:
- They can be adjusted easily
- You can open them with an app on your phone
- They are very low maintenance
- They are secure and safe if you have kids and pets
- You won’t have to worry about allergens as much as some of the other options
Between-the-glass-shades are perfect for:
- French patio doors
- Sliding patio doors
- Homeowners that have children or pets
No Treatment At All
Not giving your patio doors any treatment options at all is growing in popularity. More and more homeowners are less concerned about hiding their aesthetically appealing patio doors, and they make them a formidable focal point on a home.
By not getting any treatment options, you can show everyone walking by how bright and beautiful your new patio door is.
No treatment for your patio door is perfect for:
- Multi-slide patio doors
- Bifold patio doors
- Contemporary homes
Final Thoughts
All in all, you’ll want to look around and consider each and every option that you can when you’re looking around for treatment options for your patio doors. Consider looking at your patio door outside and from a distance to see how it looks without any treatment option. If you can’t stand the look of it, then you might want to consider an option that will make it more visually pleasing.
It always helps to visit a showroom to see what each treatment option will look like. Try to visualize how it will appear in your home before making your final decision.
