Window Treatments for French Doors

French doors are opted by many of us these days because of their aesthetic look. These doors change the look of the room if treated well. Mentioned below are a few window treatments for French doors which will surely enhance the beauty of the French doors and also the room. Read on to know...
Window Treatments for French Doors
French doors along with providing privacy, also partition the room. Most of the times, they are also referred to as French windows. These doors are rectangular in shape and are made up of panels of glass, each panel being separated by wooden frames. The treatment for French doors depends upon many aspects, one of it being the amount of light that you want must enter the room. If you do not want light to enter the room at all, then you can opt for curtains with dark colors else, you can have light colored curtains.

Simple Window Treatments for French Doors

Doorknobs: Doorknobs can make a huge difference in the look. Different aspects should be considered while choosing this window treatment for door like, the color of the French door, the material of which the French door is made. Also doorknobs should be such that they are comfortable to use.

Blinds: Blinds are considered to be an important window treatment for French doors. You can opt for any kind of blinds for French doors. The only exception to this is vertical blind as the French doors are too narrow to display these blinds. The best for French doors are mini blinds. You can try mini blinds of different styles. Also, it will be better if you avoid blinds which are very deep.

Drapes and Curtains: Drapes and curtains can change the look of the French doors drastically. Make sure that the curtains do not cover the French doors completely. One important aspect that is to be considered are curtain rods. The curtain rods should be installed at the top of the door and they should cover the complete breadth of the door. During the day time, you can tie the drapes and allow some light to enter the room. This can also be a window treatment for French patio doors. Read more on curtains for French doors.

Shades: French doors are available in different shades. The different shades are Roman shades, roller shades, sheer shades, pleated shades, woven wooden shades, etc. For French doors in the bedroom, you can opt for fabric roller shades or pleated shades. If you want enough light to come in the room, then you can opt for French door with sheer shades. This is one of the best window treatments for doors.

Window Film: In order to create a graven effect, you can choose special window films. These window films allow limited light to enter the room along with providing privacy. Before you paste the window film on the French doors, make sure that the doors are clean. Clean the doors thoroughly with dish soap and water. After you clean the doors, carefully peel off the protective covering and place it on the doors. After you position the film, smoothen the film and remove the air bubbles if present.

Etching: For doing this window treatment for French doors, you will require to purchase etching kit. With this etching kit, you can perform stenciled etching to the doors. All the materials required for etching are included in this kit. Most of the times, these kits come embedded with a manual which contains all the instructions for doing etching.

Read more on how to install french doors and home decorating.

This was is brief about window treatments for French doors. If done well, it will definitely add to the beauty of the room. So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and decorate your French doors.

By Pradnya S
Published: 10/21/2009
 
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