Sliding Patio Doors
Sliding doors are Ottawa homeowners' most common door challenge. The wide glass expanse floods rooms with light and heat in summer, cold in winter, and loss of privacy year-round.
Best solutions for sliding doors:
- Luminette® Privacy Sheers – Elegant vertical panels that traverse sideways
- Skyline® Gliding Panels – Modern panel track system
- Vertical Blinds – Classic and economical
- Cellular Shades – VertiCell® vertical cellular option
- Drapery – Custom panels on traverse rods
All options draw fully open for complete door access. Most available with motorization for convenient operation.
French Doors
French doors require window treatments that attach directly to each door panel, moving with the door when opened. This prevents damage and ensures smooth operation.
Hunter Douglas French door solutions:
- Duette® Honeycomb Shades with door mount brackets
- Designer Roller Shades mounted to door
- Palm Beach™ Shutters – Cut-out handles for door function
Alta options:
- Alta Honeycomb Shades with specialized brackets
- Alta Roller Shades door mount
Our installers use specialized mounting hardware that keeps shades secure and prevents swinging when doors open and close.
Hunter Douglas Luminette® Privacy Sheers
Luminette® Privacy Sheers are the premium choice for sliding doors and wide window walls. Combining the beauty of sheer drapery with the function of vertical blinds, Luminette creates a sophisticated look that transforms any room.
Key features:
- Soft, vertical fabric panels with rotating vanes
- Sheer for light diffusion; close vanes for privacy
- SofTrak™ hardware for smooth, quiet operation
- Traverses fully open for door access
- PowerView® motorization available
Luminette coordinates with Silhouette® window shadings for a cohesive look throughout your home. Ask about Hunter Douglas's Counterparts™ color coordination program.
Hunter Douglas Skyline® Gliding Window Panels
Skyline® Gliding Window Panels offer contemporary style for modern Ottawa homes. Large fabric panels glide smoothly on a track system, stacking neatly when open.
Ideal for:
- Wide sliding doors
- Large window expanses
- Room dividers
- Closet doors
Available in hundreds of fabrics from light-filtering to room-darkening. The clean lines and minimal hardware complement contemporary architecture. PowerView® automation adds convenience and creates dramatic scene-setting possibilities.
Sidelights & Transoms
The narrow sidelight windows flanking entry doors and transom windows above doors need special treatment. Standard window coverings won't fit these narrow or unusually shaped openings.
Custom solutions include:
- Duette® honeycomb shades in custom narrow widths
- Shutters sized for sidelights
- Specialty shaped treatments for arched transoms
Privacy is especially important for entry sidelights, which can provide direct views into your home. Our specialists measure precisely to ensure a perfect fit for these challenging applications.
Safety Considerations for Doors
Door windows see heavy traffic and require extra safety attention, especially in homes with children and pets.
Safe door solutions:
- Cordless operating systems eliminate cord hazards
- Door-mounted shades stay clear of foot traffic
- Motorized options remove cords entirely
- Breakaway tassels and cord stops where cords exist
All Randall's door installations meet or exceed Health Canada safety regulations.
Find the Perfect Door Solution
Every door is different. Schedule a free consultation and our specialists will measure your doors, assess operation requirements, and recommend solutions that provide privacy and light control without compromising access.
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