Innovative shades engineered for sliders, patio doors, and grand openings.
Florida homes are famous for their walls of glass — sliders, pocket doors, and soaring windows that frame the view. Standard shades are not always built for that scale, which is where specialty shades shine.
These innovative systems combine the softness of fabric with clever engineering that lets you walk through, stack tidily, and preserve the view on the largest openings in your home.
Engineered for sliders and grand windows where standard shades fall short.
Sheer vertical vanes let you pass through to the lanai without raising the whole shade.
Vanes and slim stacks keep your Florida view open while managing light and privacy.
Fabric stacks compactly and can tuck behind a valance for an uncluttered look.
Undulating sheer fabric vanes you can twist from sheer to solid — and walk through even when closed. A single shade spans up to 12 ft (joined up to ~26 ft).
Best for: Sliding glass doors, patio doors, room dividers
Sheer · Solid (twist to close)
Walk-through vanes · Machine-washable panels · Up to 12 ft single / ~26 ft joined
Manual · Motorized
A modern Roman-and-roller hybrid with liftable cascading folds; the rear-rolling design hugs the glass to reduce light gaps, with the stack concealed behind a valance.
Best for: Large windows wanting a soft Roman look
Light-filtering · Room-darkening
6", 7" & 8" folds · Concealed stack behind valance · Light Guard
PrecisionLift cordless · AutoWand · Smart Motorization
Specialty shades on tall sliders are the perfect candidates for motorization — operate them all together with a remote, app, or voice command.
Tour a home outfitted with SmartDrape® — the sheer vertical shade built for sliders and grand openings.
We offer cordless and motorized lift options across our specialty shadesthat eliminate hazardous pull cords, meeting the industry “Best for Kids” safety standard. It is a simple upgrade that makes your home safer for young children and pets without compromising style.
For sliders, walk-through sheer vertical shades like Norman SmartDrape are ideal — you can pass through to the lanai without raising the shade, and they preserve the view while managing light and privacy. Vertical blinds and panel tracks are also options we carry.
Yes. Specialty systems are built for scale — a single SmartDrape spans up to about 12 feet, and joined configurations reach roughly 26 feet for expansive walls of glass.
They do, and we recommend it for large or tall openings so everything operates smoothly at the touch of a button.
Yes. Specialty shades are custom-fabricated for arches, half-rounds, and circles, either as a fixed sunburst or an operable solution depending on the window.
Yes. We offer skylight shades, including motorized options, that are ideal for controlling the intense overhead sun and heat common in Florida sunrooms and vaulted spaces.
Angled tops on gable and clerestory windows can be fitted with specially fabricated shades. We assess whether a fixed or operable design works best during measuring.
It depends on the shape and window. Many can be made operable; some tight geometries are best as a beautiful fixed treatment. We explain the options for your specific window.
Cellular/honeycomb fabrics are especially versatile for specialty shapes, and other fabrics may be available depending on the geometry. We bring samples to your consultation.
They require precise, professional templating of the exact angles and curves — which is exactly why every order includes our in-home measure to ensure a perfect fit.
Yes, and motorization is especially valuable for tall, angled, or skylight windows that are impossible to reach by hand.
Custom shapes involve additional fabrication, so they are typically a larger investment than rectangular shades. We provide clear pricing at your consultation.
Yes. Large arches and clerestory glass let in significant heat and UV; the right specialty shade cuts solar gain and protects your interiors.
Where an operable design is used, we offer cordless and motorized lifts that remove hazardous cords.
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Every project begins with a complimentary in-home design consultation. We bring the samples, measure your windows, and present curated specialty shades options tailored to your home and budget.
