PowerView® Automation
Program your window treatments so that they adjust themselves automatically, creating the perfect room ambiance morning, noon and night.
Sheer Shades
Learn more about Hunter Douglas custom window sheers, including our shadings and privacy sheers. Innovative, light-diffusing sheers. Your trusted source for window treatments.
Cellular Shades
Cellular honeycomb shades from Hunter Douglas. An energy-efficient design that traps air in distinct pockets to help keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.
Roman Shades
Custom-made fabric Roman Shades by Hunter Douglas, combining the look of soft folds with the ease and convenience of a shade. Custom-crafted.
Roller Shades
The Hunter Douglas roller shades & solar screen shades collections offer excellent light control and a clean, stylish look in a range of fabrics and materials.
Woven Shades
For a warm, natural look our Hunter Douglas Woven Wood Shades collection of window treatments transforms sunlight into captivating design statements. Choose yours today.
Vertical Shades
Find the right custom vertical shades for any room in your home. Search our most popular window shades.
Wood Blinds
From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, wood blinds have been a favorite among homeowners for decades.
Metal Blinds
Find the perfect metal blinds for any room in your home. From controlling light to their stylish, sleek look, metal blinds have been a favorite among homeowners.
Vertical Blinds
Discover Hunter Douglas customized vertical blinds featuring elegant styling and translucency in a large selection of colors, treatments, and textures. Lifetime guarantee.
Shutters
Hunter Douglas custom window shutters provide superior light control and privacy with classic styles, long-lasting finishes, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Drapery
Choose from timeless and on-trend fabrics, including lofty textures and alluring jacquards, artisanal embroideries and luminous sheers.
Light Enhancing
Enjoy the beauty of natural light and make any space more captivating, with the following light-enhancing shades.
Room Darkening
Want a darker room for better sleep or optimal movie binging? These shades and drapes help block light at the window.
Energy Efficient
Live comfortably and save energy with these shades. Designer to keep a room warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
Door Coverings
Manage natural light and add privacy with these window treatments that work well for sliding-glass and patio doors.
Sound Absorption
Create a quieter, more relaxing room with these window treatments, which help absorb sound, reducing exterior noise.
Top-Down Bottom-Up
For privacy and natural light, position shades from the top, bottom or both. These shades have this feature available.
Accessories for the Home
You can completely change the look of any room with a few new home accessories.
Cornices
We offer window treatments for any business or commercial setting.
Custom Bedding
Your bedroom is a space set aside for you. It’s where you rest and relax, where you get ready in the morning, and where you wind down at night.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Delux Drapery & Shade Co. is a full-service interior design center, and as such, we help our clients with every part of their interior decoration.
Fabrics
Smooth and silky, textured and coarse, patterned and basic - your home will need a balance of fabrics to create visually interesting and tactilely pleasing interiors.
Furniture
Create a new look or complement your existing décor with new furniture.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Wallpaper
We offer a wide variety of beautiful wallpaper designs.
Blind and Shade Repairs
We offer quick and professional repairs for your blinds and shades.
Upholstery
We offer re-upholstery services for all furniture styles.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
About Us
Delux Drapery is a third-generation, family owned business in Ann Arbor MI offering expert decorating and friendly personal service since 1942.
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Blinds or Shades? Which is Better for Sliding Glass Doors
When choosing the perfect window covering for sliding glass doors, many homeowners find themselves torn between blinds and shades. Both options offer unique benefits and considerations, making the decision challenging. Let's take a closer look at the characteristics of blinds and shades, focusing on the popular choice of Roman shades for sliding glass doors and blinds designed explicitly for this purpose.
Roman Shades for Sliding Glass Doors
Thanks to their elegant and versatile design, Roman shades are a popular option for sliding glass doors. These shades feature horizontal folds that create a soft, cascading effect when raised. They are available in various fabrics, patterns, and colors, allowing you to customize the look to match your interior decor. Roman shades provide excellent light control and privacy, making them ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas. However, remember that they may require more space when fully raised, as the folds stack up at the top.
Blinds for Sliding Glass Doors
On the other hand, blinds for sliding glass doors are another popular choice for sliding glass doors. They offer precise light control and privacy options, allowing you to adjust the slats according to your preferences. Vertical blinds designed for sliding doors have vertical slats that can be rotated and stacked to the side for easy access. They are durable and low maintenance, making them suitable for high-traffic areas. However, some homeowners find the vertical slats less visually appealing compared to the soft folds of Roman shades.
When deciding between blinds and shades, consider the specific needs of your space. Blinds may be the better option if you prioritize a sleek, contemporary look with precise light control. On the other hand, Roman shades are worth considering if you prefer a softer, more elegant appearance with customizable fabric choices.
What's Better for What Scenario?
When considering the best window covering option for sliding glass doors, evaluating their suitability in specific scenarios is important.
Roman Shades for Sliding Glass Doors
- Have soft, cascading folds that create an elegant and versatile appearance
- Are available in various fabrics, patterns, and colors to match your interior decor
- Have excellent light control and privacy
- Are ideal for bedrooms, living rooms, and dining areas
- Are customizable fabric choices allow for a personalized touch
- Allow for precise light control with adjustable slats
- Offer a sleek and contemporary look
- Are durable and low maintenance, suitable for high-traffic areas
- Offer easy access with slats that can be rotated and stacked to the side
- May be preferred for a more modern aesthetic
Why not check out Somner® Vertical Blinds for your sliding glass doors?
Final Thoughts
Transform your sliding glass doors with Delux Drapery. Our professional design team will guide you in choosing the perfect window coverings from our wide selection, including Hunter Douglas options. With free consultations, professional installation, and a commitment to customer satisfaction, experience the Delux Drapery difference today. Schedule your appointment now!