Where can I find a window treatment for this window?

7 years ago

We just put in this beautiful custom wood door and I didn't realize how large the window was. I need to put some sort of shade or curtain on this. I was thinking of the door type curtains with the rods on the top and bottom but because this is curved at the top I'm having trouble finding something. I'm thinking my husband will have to heat and bend a straight rod. Any ideas?

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gustaviatex

7 years ago

Big box stores sell frosted film that goes on with water and is totally removable. If you need the privacy (and I think it is beautiful the way it is ) you can install the film but leave 1 inch margin all the way around (make a cardboard template to cut the film). It will give you clear space to see who is at the door.

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susanalanandwrigley
7 years ago
Why does it need to be covered? I wouldn't want to block the light. At most I would do some kind of frosted glass, but would leave it as is if possible.
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Judy Dixon Interiors
7 years ago
It is a beautiful custom door. Covering the window with a window treatment may take away from the door and make the window treatment a focal point.t. Why not put in a piece of seeded glass or a stained glass without the color? Or if you are looking for a budget conscious solution, have it covered with a piece of sandblasted vinyl. If done right it looks great! Have fun....www.judydixoninteriors.com
qam999
7 years ago
Please take a photo from farther away showing the entire area involved.

Not every window needs to be covered......only when there is a need for light control or privacy. You can also choose window treatments as a chance to add fabric for softness. In this case, it does seem that at most privacy is a factor, and frosted or otherwise obscured glass is the obvious response.

If you really want a curtain, you could either use a straight rod above the window, or even use tiny hooks inside the frame. I would not hold out a lot of hope for a great result by trying to bend a rod.
acm
7 years ago
I wouldn't cover it, given that it's already at the back of a covered entry and thus far from anybody's gaze. Nice to see out.

If you must, then frosted film is the way to go. Leave a slit, or used a patterned film that gives you some ways to look out. No rods!!
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Tyles by The Nic Studio
7 years ago
I agree with the above posters... I wouldn't touch it. Frosted film could work, but I would honestly leave it be. The door is beautiful, and the light seems welcome.
miss lindsey (She/Her)
7 years ago
Put me in the leave it open camp!
Alexis F
Original Author
7 years ago
It's definitely a privacy issue. The door is under our carport so it looks to the side of my neighbors house but their second floor can see in. I was thinking of frosted glass but I feel that would take away from the beauty of the door lol.
susanalanandwrigley
7 years ago
I don't see how their second floor can see in, when looking out you can't even see their second floor. Seems like basic physics. But even if they can see in, what are they seeing into? A foyer? Unless the window exposes a bathroom or bedroom, I really don't see what the big deal is. I doubt your neighbors are going to spend time with their nose pressed up against an upstairs window to see when you walk by the hallway.

But if you must, frosted glass would be much less intrusive to the feel of the door than a curtain and rod. Or someone suggested stained glass, which would also work.
Jan
7 years ago
The wi Dow is pretty high so I don't see the privacy issue, you can't see under overhang.
Any type of curtains would ruin it. You could hang a wreath of some kind outside to be a semi-shield.
Alexis F
Original Author
7 years ago
This the view. When my neighbors are outside the can clearly see into my kitchen. The second floor can also see in. I like privacy. Who cares if they're staring into a closet.
susanalanandwrigley
7 years ago
I still don't think they'll be able to see a thing with the overhang and also you took this pic right up against the glass, not 3 feet back where anyone would actually be. But if such complete privacy is that important to you, I am not sure why you purchased that door.

You could also create a shield with landscaping - a well-placed bush or tree in between your lot and theirs would do the trick.

Anyway it is your door. You can do with it as you wish.
cpaul1
7 years ago
You should NOT put a curtain rod on that, that would look ridiculous. It does not need to be covered, just leave it as is. If you have to do something, then custom fit a piece of decorative wrought iron to fit inside it.
Alexis F
Original Author
7 years ago
Cpaul that is a brilliant idea. I'm going to look into that. Thanks.
Y T
7 years ago
If you're going to have your husband build something, maybe an iron "door" for it. But otherwise, I really lean towards the simplicity of a blurred window film. They have opaque ones that filter light one way. We have one by our toilet and haven't gotten any complaints from the neighbors ;)
miss lindsey (She/Her)
7 years ago
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Could you hang flower baskets from the porch roof to obscure the view in, or use a lattice or other type of screen under the roof? You would only need about a foot it looks like.

It's just such a shame to cover the window when the window is a huge part of what makes it so unique.

Cpaul I thought about wrought iron too, but then...would that make it a bit dungeon-like?
suzyq53
7 years ago
Good thing you don't live in CA. You can see people having coffee on their terraces in their night gowns.
grapefruit1_ar
7 years ago
It IS a beautiful door, but I agree, I would need to have the window covered at night.
km kane
7 years ago
Oh for heaven's sake! So people can see you inside your entry area. What's the big deal? Aren't people supposed to walk around inside their houses? Do neighbors really care if you walk past your own door? Loosen up and let the light in. (I'd bet the amount of $$ it costs you to cover the opening that your neighbors would tell you they can't - and don't bother to - see a thing).
bargainhunter
7 years ago
I wouldn't cover it either. None of the Windows on the back of our house have coverings. We front a canal. If people want to look in then it's their bad luck to see me in my jamas. Simple thing is tho, I don't bother looking into the neighbours houses (they don't have coverings either) and they don't bother looking into mine
G
7 years ago
Maybe the OP is a nudist?
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JAN MOYER
7 years ago
I see no reason to cover that at all.
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Tyles by The Nic Studio
7 years ago
We live in Brooklyn, and I LOVE to look inside people's windows. Not to see the people, just to see their homes. ;-)

I have windows in my front door, and I see no need for covering them. They can glance as much as they want into the back of my very messy entryway (I have two kids). No biggie.
hatetoshop
7 years ago
I'd recommend the film -- it comes in a variety of patterns and is removable should you decide it's not for you.
Alexis F
Original Author
7 years ago
Oh Jesus Christ. I like privacy! I understand I probably purchased the wrong door but I'm simply asking for a way to cover it now that it's installed and can see the view from outside. I don't need your assumptions or speculation about what people can see or what your windows look into and why you don't cover yours. I have nosey intrusive neighbors and was simply asking for a way to cover the window.
gustaviatex
7 years ago
Try the frosted film as a first step. It is removable and inexpensive.
Sandybean
7 years ago
Wow! That was nasty and uncalled for.
acm
7 years ago
@afantasia I think you've gotten about all the suggestions you're going to, for the door and also for blocking the nosy neighbors from outside. Might be better off to just stop reading the replies rather than berating forum participants from voicing their thoughts.
orangecamera
7 years ago
What about the one-way film that can be put on the window? You will still be able to see out during the day, but from the outside it's a mirror-like finish. At night, people will be able to see in if the lights are on inside, though.

If you want to be able to completely block the view, you could have a custom "shutter" made, but an unusual one. It would hinge at the bottom of the window, and swing up to cover the glass. Typically, during the day nobody would really be able to see in since it's darker inside than out. You'll keep the view and light. Then at night, you can close up the shutter. I'm actually envisioning a door-within-a-shutter - a smaller "door" that opens like an old-fashioned speakeasy thing.

Another thing to consider is this - what type of glass is in the door now? When I had my windows replaced, I opted for one of the "energy efficient" types of glass. It wasn't until much later, during conversation with the window salesman, that he mentioned the glass also has some privacy benefits. I checked it out, and it's true. Because it's not completely clear glass, you can't see into my house at all during the day (with no additional coverings), unless you're just inches from the glass and even then you can only see "shadows". Give it a try with your new door, it might already have the privacy you want.

And finally, if you do decide to go with a curtain of some sort, look for bendable PVC pipe at Home Depot or Lowes. That might be easier than bending a curtain rod.
suzyq53
7 years ago
Frost the glass then. A curtain is going to look pretty bad.
miss lindsey (She/Her)
7 years ago
GL, I think nudists don't mind being seen...
G
7 years ago
maybe the op is a swinger then?
miss lindsey (She/Her)
7 years ago
All we can say for sure is he/she likes privacy...
susanalanandwrigley
7 years ago
Likes privacy, but apparently doesn't like any suggestions for how to achieve it. Oh well.
miss lindsey (She/Her)
7 years ago
I do love the door...
bichonbabe
7 years ago
last modified: 7 years ago
Who made the door? Maybe they can add shutters to cover the window?
G
7 years ago
cover the glass with a piece of newspaper and call it a day.
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Budget Blinds of Walworth County
7 years ago
The door you picked is beautiful. Like others have mentioned I would suggest a type of window film, if you feel that you need some privacy. Another recommendation would be to put a faux iron decorative piece on the window, but it probably won't offer you enough privacy.

Where can I find a window treatment for this window?

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