Decorating Ideas for Glass Front Doors

Window Film

• Window film or window cling can be used to decorate a glass front door and provide a varying degree of privacy. The architectural style of your home will influence your decision for the type of film or cling to use. For example, an arts and crafts or Victorian home looks best with a stained glass film. Contemporary designs are well suited for more modern homes. A simple opaque window film or a film that matches the interior design works well for a nondescript ranch-style home.

Window Decals

• Window decals on a glass front door can create a feeling of whimsy. The decals can be changed according to the season or an upcoming holiday and offer an ideal way to show festiveness. Decals also are available in non-holiday-related designs and can be used year round. Window decals work well for people who prefer to change their designs often or do not wish to cover a glass door irrevocably.

Lace Sheers

• Lace sheers offer a romantic way to cover a glass front door. You can purchase sheers that have pockets for both a top and bottom rod for extra privacy, or you can simply hang regular sheers on the door. If the surround for the glass is metal, then rather than drilling holes into the door you may use a magnetic curtain rod and position it as you like to hold sheers.

Other Ideas

• If you are creatively inclined, then an option is to use special glass paint and stencils to create your own design on a glass front door. The project is entertaining for children, too, provided that the paint they use is washable. The paint can be removed and the door redesigned as often as you see fit.

  Other ideas for decorating a glass front door include hanging cottage curtains for a romantic style or -- to block out heat and cold -- hanging thermal-backed drapes.