Many front door windows present different challenges when choosing a window treatment as they come in many shapes and sizes. Even though you picked out the perfect door for your home there is no reason you can't control the light and privacy you want like the other windows in your home.

Cellular Shades

Cellular shades work well on front doors. They come in variety of colors to match or compliment your hallway or front door colors. In addition to the range of options, including cordless, cellular shades work well for covering up special windows typically seen around a front door, including sidelights, arches, or any other irregularly shaped window you may have.

Best Front Door Window Treatments

Mini Blinds or Aluminum Blinds

Aluminum blinds or mini blinds can be used as window treatments for front doors. They are usually inexpensive and take up less space visually with their blades. They come in a variety of different colors and widths which allows you to find the one to go with your door. If you don't like the string to be exposed, you can choose mini blinds that have a cordless option.

Sidelight Windows

Sidelight Windows are common around front door areas. Privacy is often a consideration for these windows, and it is important to consider how your window treatment will look from the outside. Popular window treatment choices for sidelight windows include window film, honeycomb shades, wood or faux wood blinds, mini blinds or roller shades.

Covering Door Arches

If you have an arch window in your door, the cellular arches are a good choice. Cellular arches fan into a semi-circle. They can be either mounted on the inside or outside depending on the mounting depth and surface.

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FAQ

We recommend cellular shades and mini blinds for the front door window.

We recommend cellular shades due their customizability and cover the whole window with insulting properties that also bring a fashion forward look

We recommend mini blinds due to their durability, customizability and ease of installation especially considering how tight it can be.

The front door should convey a homey, welcoming vibe that is inviting to all guest while giving a sense of serene calmness to the residents every time they come home.