Jeff snow shows you how to install the add on blinds to your patio doors.
How to install shades on french doors.
Jeff snow shows you how to install the add on blinds to your patio doors.
It can be a little different installing blinds on doors rather than windows because they are in constant use but with the right tools and know how it can be done.
A common problem for french door blinds is that the handles get in the way of functionality.
Installing a cellular shade onto a french door is just the same as installing on any window nice and easy.
This is because it is the strongest section of the door and so is the best way of avoiding any damage to your wood including splintering.
The best place to install blinds on french doors is in the top centre of the door.
It is possible to install blinds on metal doors with a few materials.
Step 1 mount the brackets 2 inches above the window and use a measuring tape for adequate placement.
Hold the brackets against the door and use a pencil to mark the screw holes on the door.
Blackout shades block nearly 99 of sunlight from entering a room.
Hold the blinds over the door window to make sure you like the placement before you drill holes.
French door blinds should enhance the beauty of your doors and match the other window treatments in the room.
Energy efficient blinds keep cool air in during the summer and cold air out during the winter.
Vertical blinds are popular for sliding glass doors and large windows.
Blinds for french doors.
Make sure the bracket marks are level with each other and use a level to determine this.
If you are mounting right on the door measure for an outside mount instructions here.
Ways to install window blinds.
Most french doors have enough mounting space at the top of the door above the window panes to mount the shades right on the door itself.
The solution is to buy shallow blinds for your french doors that fit comfortably between the door and decorative handles.
Link to blinds used.
Some blinds have remote controls to easily adjust for more or less light.