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
Elevate the personal touch of your home by choosing home decor that infuses luxury and individuality into your living spaces.
Drapery & Valances
Add the perfect finishing touch to your windows.
Drapery Hardware
Choose from a wide selection of styles.
Flooring
We offer a large selection of flooring options for your home.
Furniture
Choosing furniture for your house takes it from a space fresh with possibilities to your home.
Motorized Window Coverings
Enjoy the convenience of motorized window coverings.
Paint
We offer a wide selection of top-quality paint, primers and stains.
Wallpaper
In recent years, custom wallpaper has experienced a resurgence in popularity, reclaiming its status as a stylish and versatile design element in homes.
Commercial Window Coverings
Unusual Designs Inc. has outfitted windows in local businesses for over 20 years. We carry only the industry’s best commercial window coverings from Hunter Douglas, and our service is second to none.
Interior Design Consultations
Taking on an interior design project is not for the faint-hearted.
Window Covering Measuring & Installations
Our measuring and installation service will ensure an exact fit for your window coverings.
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Bedroom
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Home Office
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Media Room
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Nursery & Kids Room
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Angled Windows
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Arched Windows
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Bay, Bow, Corner Windows
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French Doors
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Sidelights
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Sliding Glass Doors
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Skylights
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Automated
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Blackout
See our options for blinds and shades that best control light.
Energy Efficient
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Light Filtering
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What Window Coverings Work for French Doors
If you have French doors in your home, then you know they are a great way to add natural light and style— but they can be challenging to decorate. Their unique style and build make it difficult to capitalize on their aesthetic; it's tempting to not make them a focal point in your room design.
However, there are ways to make these doors look great! Window coverings are one of the best ways to use French door window treatments, whether you want sheer curtains for light diffusion or blackout shades for premium privacy options. Here's everything you need to know about window treatments for French doors:
What To Look for When When Shopping for French Door Window Treatments
When shopping for window treatments, it's important to consider how your choice will fit in with the rest of your room. If you have a large, open space and want to keep it that way, go for something that doesn't block out too much light or take over the entire room. On the other hand, if you want something more ornate that stands out from the rest of your decorating scheme (and adds some drama), try adding a valance or accent piece along with curtains for French doors instead.
Another important factor when choosing French door window treatments is getting the right size treatment— whether it's custom-made or off-the-rack— for each door; this will ensure they hang evenly across both panels so there isn't any awkwardness when opening or closing them together as one unit (or separately).
Pair cordless options with shades on a track to reduce any swinging back and forth as the door opens. Additionally, take into account the decorative handles and how those will interact with the window treatment! We don't want any snags or annoyances with French doors' more unique elements.
Best Window Treatments for French Doors
But which window treatment is best for your French doors? Luckily, there are a multitude of wonderful options! Here's a quick list of some of our favorite French door window treatments:
Sheer Shades
Sheer shades are best in class when it comes to light control and light diffusion. If your French doors are in a prominent room with great natural light, consider sheer shades to create a soft glow that elevates any interior decor.
Cellular Shades
This is another option that works well with most styles of French doors! Cellular shades come in many different colors and patterns, allowing them to pair well with any style or design!
These have an added bonus as French doors are a significant area of heat loss in the home, and Cellular shades actively work against that. Cellular shades' special insulated layer reduces heat loss and saves you money on your energy bill.
Roman Shades
These are perfect if you want something more elegant than sheer curtains or drapes without sacrificing overall light control ability like blinds would provide. French Door Roman Shades are a stylistic revelation that perfectly matches most traditional and modern styles.
Find French Door Window Treatments Today
Have more French Door questions? We can help! Unusual Designs is your premier Hunter Douglas® dealer in Newport, VA! Unusual Designs Inc. is your one-stop shop for all of your interior design needs, including window coverings from Hunter Douglas, furniture, accessories, fabric, and wallpaper from stellar brands.