The Best Window Treatments In Dover For Back Doors

Do you have flimsy blinds on your back door that clank against the glass pane when the door is shut? Or is your back door glass still uncovered because you haven’t decided what to cover it with? Choosing the right window treatments for your back door allows you to enjoy the natural light and view of your Dover backyard while also giving you control over light and privacy - without the noise of blinds or any other treatment that bangs against the glass any time you shut the door.

Durability is one of the first things to consider when finding a new back door window treatment. It should be tough enough to take the door’s constant motion and brief exposure to outside elements. It should also add privacy while complementing your style.

Whether your back door is a french door, sliding glass door, or a normal swing out door with a glass window, learn about the best back door window treatments in Dover for your home.

Plantation Shutters That Are Attached To Your Door

Faux wood plantation shutters work well with back doors because the shutter panels are attached tightly to your door. When you swing open your doors, the shutters stay with the door and don’t swing around on the glass. Tilt the shutter louvers open so light comes through or close them for privacy. The shutter panels can swing out when it’s time to clean the glass on the door.

Our Polywood® faux wood shutters are durable and can handle the constant motion of your back door. They’re crafted from a composite material that blocks moisture and fading. The shutters won’t chip or peel due to humidity or temperature changes. Polywood shutters also reduce heat transfer through the window to make your home more energy efficient.

Sliding glass doors or french doors that open onto your patio or deck can be difficult to cover because of their handles and large glass panes. Plantation shutters are customizable. They can be cut out around irregular shaped or large handles and can fit over any size of glass. Plantation shutters can also be used with sliding panels for a sliding door or bi-fold doors. The result is stunning custom shutters that stay tight with your door. And you can easily open and shut the shutters and your door.

Customizable Shades

Shades are a back door window treatment that is easy to customize to your home. They come in many colors, material, and patterns. You can retract them to the top to see the view outside or pull them to the bottom to filter or block the light. Additional options include liners for light and privacy so you can customize them to your needs. Shades that work well for doors with glass are Roman shades, cellular shades, and roller shades. Roman shades stack up at the top of the shade but are smooth when you pull them down. Cellular shades have tiny pleats that look like a honeycomb from the side, creating air pockets that help insulate the glass. Roller shades have a tube at the top that the shades come down from.

You’ll want shades made from material that is resistant to heat and moisture if your door is subject to constant sun or humidity. Shades aren’t as energy efficient as Polywood shutters, but you can block some energy loss by using cellular shades or shades made from thicker material with liners. Be aware that shades are more prone to fading when compared to shutters.

Shades can be mounted with hold down brackets so they don’t swing around when you open the back door. One disadvantage of shades is if you have big door handles, you can’t cut the shade around the handle.

Order The Back Door Window Treatment That’s Right For You

Looking for additional ideas for your back door window treatments in Dover or window treatments for your living room, home office, or kitchen? Browse through our idea gallery and Ultimate Room Guide. And if you’re ready to buy window treatments give us a ring at 301-835-1611 for a free in-home consultation. One of our team members will come to your house and help you choose the best window treatment. Call us today!