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Front Door Window Covering Ideas

For Beauty and Privacy

May our front door window covering ideas inspire you to dress up, add privacy, and create more curb appeal for your home and porch. When you think about it, your front door speaks volumes to family, friends, and visitors walking up on your porch or stoop.

So, let your entrance be the envy of the neighborhood with the right front door window covering.

Don't limit yourself to just coverings for doors; window coverings work just as well. And we discovered a few other ideas for front door window coverings that might surprise you like it did for Mary and I.


cute front door window covering on front porch
Sheer front door window covering on classic front porch
Did you realize that window or sidelight covers will soften the look of your front door, the gateway to your home?

Innovative Front Door Window Covering Ideas

Usually front door window coverings don't command a lot of attention, however they do bring classy style and elegance to almost any front door. How, you ask?

Window coverings can add movement, for example, or a minimalist look like sheers. Some coverings add interesting texture and natural materials, like wood, are making a stylish comeback.

Be particular when selecting coverings for your front door; choose a style that compliments your home's decor and your personal taste.

Here are a few examples of the latest window covering trends.

cute front door window covering on front porch
Front door window covering on a charming front porch

Add Warmth with Front Door Window Blinds

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One way to being instant warmth to your interior space is to add faux wood blinds to your glass door; they mimic real wood. If your style is traditional, country or rustic, these are perfect. In fact, some can even be painted to harmonize with your interior color scheme.

White Faux Wood Sidelight Blinds - Amazon affiliate


Custom Made 2 Inch Faux Wood Horizontal Window Blinds - Amazon affiliate


Magnetic Blinds for Steel Doors

Steel doors often present an installation issue for blinds. But perhaps no longer. We discovered magnetic blind window coverings for steel doors making them easy to attach with magnetic disks. Who knew?

In addition to the nice privacy they provide, they also easily snap off to wash the window.

Easy Install Magnetic Blinds - Amazon affiliate

Ever Seen These Add-On Blinds for Flush Frame Front Doors?

Have to admit this was a new one for us; we hadn't ever seen blinds for flush frame front doors until now. But now that we have, we wanted to share them with you because we think they are pretty neat and quite functional.

Take a look at the video below to see how they installed.

Add-On Blinds for Flush Frame Doors - Amazon Affiliate

Video: How to Install Add-On Blinds






Sheers Create Mystique

cute front door window covering on front porch
Sheer front door window covering in Savannah

Remember that Curtains and Sheers Are Delightful Too

Sheers are perfect for glass doors as they showcase the architectural features of the door while at the same time softening the look. Sheers add a light whimsical appeal to your home and give you natural filtered light.

Sheer Voile French Door Curtains - Amazon Affiliate
We like that sheers are easy to care for, machine washable and minimal ironing. We bet they'll never go out of style and are a classic way to make your room feel sunnier, cozier and classy.

Front Door Curtain Panels - An Easy Front Door Window Covering Ideas

Curtain panels, depending on their weight and fabric, can block light (darken your room), add a layer of privacy and even reduce outside sounds.

And with that being said, they also help keep your furnishings from fading as quickly so they last longer.

Front Door Room Darkening Curtain Panels - Amazon affiliate
Eclipse French Door Curtain - Tricia Tie Up Light Filtering Single Panel

How About Lace Curtains on Your Front Door?

Lace is the go-to fabric if you want a classic, elegant touch.

lace curtains on front porch of victorian style home
Lace curtain window coverings
Windsor Lace Door Curtain Panel - Amazon affiliate




Shades Are a Good Solution for Front Doors

Similar to blinds, window shades fit inside the window frame, but they are made of a solid fabric sheet or cellular material. While shades range from classic roller to Roman styles, their functionality remains the same as they roll up to let in light.

Most shades come in a variety of colors to match your decor, making decorating easy. Here are a few suggestions for your front door.

Cellular Shades Ideas

Cellular shades range from single or double cells to room darkening and blackout, if needed. They offer natural filtered light to give your home a soft glow.

Vertical cellular shades provide as much protection as solar screen panels but with a totally different appeal. Some companies multiple layers of insulating cells that block UV rays to help prevent furniture fading.

We use them on our front door; they reduce the heat from the sun.

cellular shade on front door
Cellular shade on front door


quaint front door window coverings
Quaint Lacy Front Door Window Coverings


Roman Shades

You can easily mount a Roman shade over your door's glass whether it be top-down, bottom-up, or traditional Romans. If you have sufficient space between the ceiling and the top of the door's frame, you can use a wide Roman shade that can fold neatly when not being used or cover the entire door when expanded.

Cordless Roman Shade - Amazon Affiliate


Speaking of Front Doors...

attractive tile house numbers

Besides front door window covering ideas, you can increase your front door's appeal in many ways.
  • Put up bold and thoughtful address numbers on your house. Complement your home's style. One place where we've seen this done well is in Southern California.
  • Upgrade or clean the hardware: your door knob, deadbolt lock, and doorbell. If you don't want the expense or hassle of replacing the hardware, we've found that metal polish can help take away tarnish. Try it on a small spot first.
  • Paint your front door a brand new color or simply freshen up your existing color. You'll enjoy the sparkle that fresh paint brings
  • Purchase a new doormat. The hardest part is choosing one (if you're like me) because the choices are many.
  • How about a planter on either side of your door? We've seen some small evergreens that look classic and require little maintenance.


What Do You Think About Drapes?

Drapes on glass doors are both elegant and classic and depending on the material and design, can give your home a modern appeal.

Thermal Blackout Patio Door Curtain Panel

Front Door Window Shutter Ideas

Create a cottage country style using shutters as your front door side light coverings. Shutters bring warmth to your foyer and add a classical touch of aesthetic comfort that some other types of front door window coverings can't.

DIY Shutter kits come in different widths and lengths and can be trimmed if necessary in most cases. Install wood shutters to add charm and character to your front entrance. An added advantage is you can paint them to match your interior decor.

Mirrored Film Window Coverings for Privacy

Self-adhesive window mirror film offers both privacy and intrigue to a variety of surfaces, especially your front door and sidelights. The film filters light and removes glare giving your much unencumbered view.

The reflective mirror finish provides privacy and is appealing whether looking from the inside or the out. The self-adhesive film is easy to install and can be repositioned or removed when needed.

mirrored window film for front door from Wayfair
Mirrored window film provides some (but not complete) privacy


Sliding Glass Door Covering Ideas

Need window coverings for your sliding glass doors? Check these out.

These give your room a soft, dreamy, and airy feeling while stopping glare. They diffuse summer heat and winter cold yet let the summer breezes flow.

Semi-Sheer Curtains for French Front Door - Amazon affiliate


Go Dear Design Deluxe Adjustable Sliding Panel - Amazon affiliate


Stain Glass and Window Film Front Door Coverings

Stain glass and window films allow for privacy while simultaneously permitting light to enter your home.

You can give your existing front door window a stained-glass look or other creative design using window films. They offer the advantage of giving you a multitude of options. In many cases, they come glue free, can be applied quickly, and are easy to remove without leaving any residue.

Another benefit is many block UV rays and help to reduce heat!
See More Window Film Options - Amazon affiliate


stain glass front door covering
Stained glass front door window covering for privacy



Want Some Tips for Painting Your Front Door?

blue front door painted with Modern Masters
What color front door do you most love?
Please check out the paint color ideas as well as painting techniques.




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