The style of your home says a lot about you. So having the right decor and window treatments can be very important. If you want to ditch the vertical blinds on your large window or sliding glass door, there are some chic and modern alternatives.

Here are our favorites.

1 | Panel Track Blinds

Panel track blinds are a fashion-forward alternative to the traditional vertical blind. They are wide panels of material, such as wood or solar shade material. This makes them great for everyday wear and tear and frequent use, like a sliding glass door. Panel track blinds can stack differently based on preference and style, including right to left, left to right, or even parting down the middle. You can even opt for custom cornices. One consideration is that panel track blinds require more mounting depth than most blinds, so make sure you check the minimum depth requirement before purchasing. 

2 | Roller Shades

Roller shades are the perfect option for oversized windows or a wall of windows. They allow you to still have plenty of wonderful natural light while making a statement. One option is to have multiple shades on a single headrail, making it a convenient way to cover your windows. Roller shades come in a variety of colors and textures. You can also opt for solar material, blackout roller shades, and light filtering roller shades. Depending on the openness of the weave you choose for solar material options, you can even keep your view while the shades are drawn. 

3 | Interior Shutters and Sliding Interior Shutter Panels

Interior shutters are one of the most sought after window treatments because they are extremely versatile. They can be fit to most large windows with the use of several hinged panels and offer the same functionality that blinds have because of the similar louvered slat design. Interior shutters come in faux wood and wood, as well as a variety of colors and finishes. You have endless opportunities to customize with slat options, hidden tilts, and so much more. 

While interior shutters are quite well known, did you know that you can also get sliding interior shutter panels for your sliding glass door? This window covering is made up of two or more panels of interior shutters that slide along a track. The louvers can be tilted open while all of the panels are spread out along the track. They have all of the same great options of material that regular interior shutters have, giving you the ability to create a cohesive look throughout your entire home! 

Honorable Mentions

A few other options for oversized windows include:

• Dual and Zebra Shades
• Cellular Shades
• Roman Shades
• Woven Wood or Bamboo Shades

Call in the Experts

Elevated Views has worked with windows of all shapes and sizes! Our experts can help you find the perfect window treatment for your sliding glass door or oversized window treatment that gives you the functionality and style you need on a budget that you can afford. Schedule a free in-home consultation with us and we’ll bring the showroom to you!