Things to bear in mind when buying blinds for doors

Patio doors are a gorgeous feature in any home. By enhancing the light flowing into your room they can make it feel bigger and brighten up your whole interior. But what about when you want privacy?

To keep outside passers-by from looking in, blinds can be the ideal addition. Depending on the style you choose, you’ll be able to get the best of both worlds – giving you full control over light flow and privacy in your home.

If you’re looking for blinds for kitchen patio doors or you’re planning to dress bi-fold doors, there are some key things you need to take into account before you choose your blinds.

Where are your blinds being placed?

Before you start choosing which blinds you want, you’ll need to decide where you’ll put them. Will you hang your blinds on the door, seamlessly covering the window pane, or are they going outside the recess for a stylish twist? Once you’ve decided the placement of your blinds, you can then start to pick the style you want.

What style of blinds do you like?

If you’re looking for blinds for a small window in your door or they’re for your kitchen patio doors, you’ll need to think about which type will work best. Roller blinds are available in a wide range of fabrics which can match your décor perfectly, while vertical blinds are great for ventilation and controlling the amount of light you let in.

If you want to add a little touch of luxury to your window dressing, Roman blinds are ideal. They can block our excess light while adding a softness to your interior styling. 

What type of door handles do you have?

You’ll need to find a blind which fits the gap between the window pane and the door handle– while allowing enough room to use it. Venetian blinds are perfect for both classic and contemporary interiors and you can even choose the thickness of the slats – either 35mm or 500mm. Faux wooden styles work well, and they’re ideal if your patio doors are in the kitchen – because they won’t warp with the moisture in the room. 

How easy are the blinds to maintain?

You’ll be using your doors to come and go, so the blinds hanging over them might need more maintenance than they would elsewhere in your home. Therefore it’s a good idea to choose door blinds which are easy to keep looking great. Faux wooden blinds can be wiped with a damp cloth to remove dirt and grime, while fabric blinds can be lightly vacuumed to get rid of any dust. Find more about maintaining your blinds here.

Blinds can add a real touch of elegance to your doors and bring the whole look of your room together, while creating a private sanctuary for you to enjoy.

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