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CUSTOM WINDOW COVERINGS

Vertical Blinds

An easy rhythm for wide windows.

Give patio doors and broad windows a clean, coordinated finish. ShadeZone helps you choose vertical vanes that rotate for light and privacy, then draw aside when you want access or an open view.

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CHOOSE THE LOOK

Texture with a purpose.

Fabric vanes

Textile weaves add softness and decorative texture. Compare sheer through room-darkening materials for the amount of light and privacy your room needs.

Sheer styles

A delicate fabric layer softens the vertical lines and creates a drapery-like appearance. Compare the open and closed effect with a sample.

Smooth crown vinyl

A gently curved vane with a simple surface. Consider it for a clean look and straightforward everyday care.

Embossed crown vinyl

Raised or pressed textures give vinyl more visual depth, including textile-inspired patterns. View a sample in both daylight and room lighting.

S-shaped vinyl

A sculpted profile creates a flowing, overlapping appearance. Ask about suitable colours and the closure effect for your opening.

VANE COLOURS & TEXTURES

Find your finish.

Browse 172 fabric reference swatches by material, collection, colour name or code. Select an image for a closer view.

These manufacturer swatches illustrate colour and texture. ShadeZone confirms current Canadian availability and compatibility before ordering. Always approve a physical sample; screen colours and textures can differ.

172 swatches shown

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THE DETAILS

A closer look.
A choice that fits.

The vane is the long strip that gives a vertical blind its texture, colour and light-filtering character. Compare a wipeable vinyl surface with softer fabric or a sheer-covered style. We plan your selection around the way the doorway is used, the room’s daylight and the finish you want to see across the whole opening.

Well suited to

Sliding patio doors, wide living-room windows and larger glazed openings in homes or offices. Consider where the vanes will gather and allow space for handles, furniture and everyday traffic.

ShadeZone helps with product selection, custom measurements and installation across our service area. Find your area

MAKE IT YOURS

The options to consider.

01

Fabric, sheer or vinyl

Fabric brings textile softness; sheer styles create a lighter drapery-like effect; vinyl offers a practical surface for everyday care. Material, colour and light control should be selected together.

02

Rotate for privacy, draw for access

Adjust the vane angle to manage daylight and sightlines. Review wand operation and a left, right or split draw with ShadeZone. The stack needs space, so the layout should suit the active side of your door.

03

Coordinate the room

Use a consistent palette across a patio door and nearby windows. We can help compare complementary roller, pleated or other window coverings; an exact material match depends on the chosen collection.

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GOOD TO KNOW

Your questions.
A little clarity.

Choosing between vertical blinds and panel tracks
Are vertical blinds suitable for sliding glass doors?+

Vertical blinds are a practical option for many sliding patio doors and wide windows. Tilt the vanes for daylight and privacy, then draw the treatment aside for access. We confirm stack direction, handle clearance and the fabric or vinyl vane finish. We supply new vertical blinds; we do not offer vertical blind repairs.

What is the difference between fabric and vinyl vanes?+

Fabric creates a softer textile finish and comes in different light-filtering weaves. Vinyl has a wipeable surface and can be smooth or embossed. Compare the actual sample for appearance, care and privacy.

Do vertical blinds provide blackout?+

Light control depends on the material, vane closure and installation. Even a room-darkening material can leave light at the edges or between vanes. We review the room’s requirements before recommending a treatment.

Are the pictured swatches available for my order?+

These are manufacturer reference swatches. ShadeZone confirms the current Canadian collection, material, colour and product compatibility before quoting. Screen colours are approximate; approve a physical sample before ordering.

How should I care for the vanes?+

Dust gently and follow the instructions for the specific material. Fabric and vinyl need different care; do not assume a fabric vane can be soaked or machine washed. Ask us for the care guide for your selection.

Do you repair existing vertical blinds?+

We do not service vertical blind repairs. We can help plan a replacement treatment. Older discontinued vanes or fabrics may not have a matching current option.

Should I compare panel tracks too?+

Yes. Vertical blinds use narrower vanes that tilt, while panel tracks move wider fabric panels sideways. Compare the view, privacy, stack space and door access before choosing.

MEASURED & INSTALLED LOCALLY

From our Coquitlam showroom
to your home.

ShadeZone supplies and installs custom window treatments in Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Vancouver, Burnaby, North Vancouver and West Vancouver. Explore your local guide for measurement, access and installation planning.

We also welcome enquiries from Richmond, New Westminster, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, White Rock and nearby communities. See the full service area and travel arrangements.

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YOUR NEXT STEP

Let’s find
your perfect fit.

Tell us about your vertical blinds project. Share your rooms, approximate window sizes and what you want to achieve with light and privacy.

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LET’S BEGIN

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KEEP EXPLORING

More ways to shade.

Wide fabric panel-track blinds covering tall living-room windows

Panel-track blinds

Broad fabric panels slide across a track and stack to the side when opened. A simple, architectural option for sliding doors and wide windows.

Close view of white Dream Shade fabric vanes above a wood floor

Dream Shades

Enjoy the flowing look of sheer drapery with the adjustable light control of fabric vanes. Dream Shades bring softness to broad windows and sliding patio doors, with individual panels that separate gently for walk-through access.

Light-filtering roller shade lowered partway over a large window

Roller Shades

A simple fabric shade with a clean, flat finish. Choose subtle textures, bold patterns or natural-look fabrics, with light control ranging from softly filtered daylight to room-darkening coverage.

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