Anything but vertical blinds.

Visit one of your loc window treatment stores ... there are lots of options other than just drapes or vertical blinds ... I’m not a fan of either but the right drapes can look good depending upon the room & style. I prefer Roman shades. on windows ....

I agree with checking other options. However, with those two choices, I would choose drapes.

Option 1 is to put faux blinds (white) inset on the windows with a vertical s shape blind for the slider. Also in white. Could be vinyl or fabric. This is a lake house so durability and ability to clean are important.

Option 2 is to keep existing rods and use drapery panels on windows and slider.

Option 3 is to put the faux white blinds in the windows with a simple panel on each end. And the same drapes on the slider.

I just want to point out that vertical blinds (both fabric and vinyl) are a perfectly acceptable solution to window covering issues. Don’t let anyone suggest to you that they are dated. I’ve seen those wider fabric panels touted as a more updated style to verticals and I personally think that those are ugly and never seem to stay flat. Curled edges are not that stylish. Verticals allow you to adjust lighting levels easily, open out of the way when needed and if you have pets, are more durable than most other window treatments.

Is there a need to close blinds or curtains at any time? Considering direction faced, with that view, I would have nothing. :) Maybe panels for softness if you desired.

Do you want to use them or is it only for looks?

They need to function to screen the sun in the morning, cold in the winter and not block the lake view.

Bluebird, and all, do you think white verticals would be too stark? The family room has a warmth to it. Although this picture doesn't show it, we have replaced all the stained wood trim/doors/baseboards with white.

I'd cut off my head before I'd do verticals. Go visit a Hunter Douglas dealer, or better yet, ask for an in home.

I was only thinking of using the verticals on the slider.

One treatment, both windows. Please.: ) A slider has one exit side. It can be divided . You aren't going in and out 24/7.

Any panels side detail? To the floor, or skip it ENTIRELY : )

I'm with Jan and Bunny, I absolutely hate vertical blinds.

For me is the sound of the vertical blinds I'm not crazy atout. I would suggest drapery panels, but before you tackle that, I'd spend the fund to have the popcorn ceiling removed. Your rooms will be so much brighter without that texture on the ceiling.

Hunter Douglas: consider this option.

I think these could work well in your room with the stone fireplace.

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Proximity to water often creates a different dilemma for treating windows. We were on a deep water access, salt water river with acres of conservation surrounding the property. The winter storms were so bad, we decided to add exterior rolling shutters, which turned out to be the best solution year 'round. Then I used fabric for stationary panels…just for the color and texture.

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no vertical blinds