FRONT DOOR BEVELED GLASS

by Janice

Question
I read your advice on using horizontal shades on the front door ---- which is a great idea ----but ----- they all come with white facing the outside which on a window is great but on the door not so much. What happens when I hold white fabric up to the door from the street, it looks like I have sheets hanging on the door.

When I hold up black --- you can't tell anything is on the door which is the look I want. Do you know of any shades that have black on the back side facing the street? I would appreciate any suggestions.

Thank you,

Janice Gornto

Answer
The reason why most window shades have white backings is because dark colors attract heat.

However since you prefer black you can try covering your windows with black window film which offers daytime privacy while allowing you to view the outdoors during the day. You can use it as the main window covering or as an addition.

Another idea is wood or metal blinds. Wood blinds (or faux wood blinds) will have the wood color on both sides. Metal blinds (depending on the manufacturer) can have other colors on the back of the blinds like its own color or a metal color.

Another way to make your windows beautiful inside and outside is with decorative window film. Take a look at our collection of stain glass window film.

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