How to Make Coverings for Glass Doors

Style and Measuring

• The style of a glass door can determine the type of window treatment that will work best. French doors that open on one or both sides require window film or treatments that attach to each door. Sliding glass doors have the additional option of window treatments that hang above the sliding doors. Using a metal tape measure to accurately measure the width and length of your desired window treatments will result in better fitting curtains, window film or shades.

Roman Shades

• Measure the height and width of the glass door where the Roman shades will hang. Add three inches to each edge. Cut one panel of fabric for each door per your measurements. Cut all the plastic slats from a set of blinds for each glass door, leaving three or four evenly spaced slats. Center the blind on top of the unfinished side of the fabric panel. Fold each fabric edge two to three inches and secure with fabric glue. Iron the glued edges.

Window Film

• Window film is ideal for any glass door. It reduces glare, provides privacy and blocks harmful UV rays that can damage fabrics and furniture. Measure your glass and cut the window film to fit your measurements. Spray a soap and water mixture on the door glass. Apply the window film to the glass, using a credit card to remove air bubbles. Working from the middle out to the edges of the glass pushes the bubbles to the outer edges.

No-Sew Curtains

• Measure the area where you want your curtain panels to hang vertically and horizontally. Add four to six inches for the top hem and the same amount for the bottom hem. Double your horizontal measurement for fuller curtains. Cut your fabric into two equal panels. Make a pocket for your curtain rod by folding the top edge over three inches and applying fabric glue on the folded area. Fold the fabric over again while the glue is wet to create the rod pocket. Create a hem for your curtains in a similar fashion.