A glass patio door could be one of the most fashionable and attractive windows in your home, if you treat it right. A big part of doing so is choosing a window treatment for your patio door to keep your privacy and adjust the lighting in your home.
Far and away the best-looking and most functional patio door window treatments are plantation shutters. And no matter if your patio door is a sliding door or french door, we can help you find a shutter style to complement your patio door.
French Door Patio Shutters
Plantation shutters are versatile, which makes them excellent for french patio doors. For every style of patio french door you have, we can make a set of plantation shutters to fit them.
Is one door stationary or do both french doors open? Are the handles located near the interior or the exterior of the doorframe? Do you want a buffer so that your door doesn’t swing too far open and hit the wall? Interior shutters are what you need in any situation.
Not to mention their other huge benefits. Interior shutters offer unparalleled lighting control in your home, unlike drapes or shades that only give you: open or closed. Shutters will also outlive every other window treatment, and will last just as long as your french patio do. Shutters are also permanently attached to your french doors, so they won’t swing wildly when you open or close your doors. And with Sunburst’s premier faux wood Polywood® plantation shutters, you can get best in class energy efficiency, and that’s particularly important given how much your patio doors can contribute to your home’s temperature.
Sliding Patio Door Shutters
Just like Chicago french doors, sliding glass patio doors come in a variety of configurations, and it can get a little hard to find a window treatment that works in tandem with your sliding patio door. Luckily, plantation shutters are custom-built to fit your sliding patio doors no matter how they open. Sliding door shutters will fall under one of two types: bypass or bifold.
Bypass Sliding Patio Door Shutters
With bypass sliding door shutters, one shutter panel will slide away from your door and in front of the other.
One of the biggest benefits of bypass patio shutters is that you don’t have to sacrifice light control when you want privacy like you might with other window coverings. You can adjust the shutter louvers to a certain angle, without exposing your interior to the outside world.
Bypass shutters for the most part are built with fewer shutter panels than bifold shutters, resulting in a a cleaner and more modern look to your patio door.
Bifold Sliding Patio Door Shutters
As you can gather from the name, bifold sliding door shutters fold in on themselves and fold away from your patio door. While a little more rare than, bifold shutters usually have more shutter panels, giving you more control over light since you can adjust more individual louvers.
Frequently Asked Questions about Patio Door Shutters
How do I figure out if I should get bypass or bifold shutters for my patio door?
It primarily hinges on the shape, size, and location of your sliding glass patio door. Your shutter installer can help you find what will work best for your space.
Is there enough room around my sliding door to put in shutters?
In most cases, yes, there’s enough space. The reason why is that we can build a wide array of mounting and shutter frame options that can fit various styles of sliding patio doors.
My french doors open in opposite directions – is that a problem for shutters?
As with sliding door shutters, french door shutters are custom built to your exact specifications. Sunburst Shutters Chicago is able to create a mount and frame that won’t interfere with how your patio doors operate.
Can shutters stack away from my glass patio door so I can get a full view?
They certainly can!
Will my door handle be in the way of shutters?
No, the Sunburst team is able to build shutters with custom cut-outs, which wrap around the door handle, giving you full access to it at all times.
Do I need to cover my transom if I put shutters on my patio door?
Only if you want to cover the transom. One of the best things about shutters is how customizable they are.
Will shutters handle my pets scratching at the door?
No treatment can eliminate scratch marks. But for the best overall performance and durability, your best bet is Polywood plantation shutters.
Will shutters on my patio door help protect my furniture and carpet from fading?
Yes! With the unmatched light control offered by shutters comes the ultimate in sun protection. Your furniture, flooring, photos on the wall and more will be safeguarded from harsh sunlight.
When installing patio door shutters, is anything screwed into the floor?
No – no matter what style of patio door shutters you choose, they adhere to either the wall around the door or the door frame itself, depending on the frame and mount you get.
Will plantation shutters swing in the wind when I leave the door open?
Not a chance. Patio door shutters by Sunburst adhered to your door or frame solidly so that they won’t ever sway in the wind, even if your door is wide open.
Get Your Patio Doors Looking Beautiful
Are you ready to let your patio doors reach their full fashion potential? If so, Sunburst Shutters Chicago can help. Get in touch with one of our window treatment pros by calling 847-250-6544 today or by filling out our online contact form below. We’ll be in touch to set up a in-home consultation.