If you are trying to make more room in your living space you may come up with the question, can you put a sofa in front of patio doors. In this blog post we will go over whether or not this is ok.
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Short answer to the question Is it ok to put a sofa in front of patio doors:
Yes it is perfectly fine to do this, especially if you don’t really use the patio doors and want to make more living space. Doing this can really open up the room a lot more. We will also go over other options if you intend on using the doors.
What We Recommend to Do Instead of Blocking the Whole Door
Put the sofa next to the stationary side of the sliding door. This way you can utilize some of the space in front of the sliding door but you can also still get outside if needed. A smaller sectional could be a perfect fit for this situation.
Placing the TV on the other side of the sofa is also a good look. (See picture below)
You can also get a two piece set of sofa chairs instead of a long sofa. You can easily walk around the chairs to get outside but you can also make the room look much larger.
What Are Some Other Options to Make The Room Appear Larger
Get a Smaller Couch:
If you have a bigger room and want to make it appear larger, the best thing to do is get a smaller couch. Doing this will make your living space look much larger than before.
Throw Rugs:
If the flooring in the living area is somewhat basic such as carpet or other hardwood flooring, throw rugs can add some color to the room. Throwing rugs are simple to do and all you have to do is lay them down. Depending on the colors of your throw rugs this can really change how the room is viewed by others.
Adding Mirrors:
Adding mirrors in living spaces help make a room appear larger than it actually is, especially if you have some windows in the room. The mirrors reflect light and brighten up your area which will ultimately help with making your living space appear larger than it actually is.
Use Functional Furniture That Has Storage:
This is a great way to utilize the space in your living area. Making sure there are many ways for storage of objects can help make your living room appear larger. This will also keep things looking clean and organized which is always nice when someone comes over to visit.
Choose Lighter Colors:
When you are trying to make an area look larger, the best thing to do is choose lighter colors. The dark colors will in fact make it appear smaller in size while the light colors will help with making your room appear bigger than it actually is.
What Should You do With Your Patio Door Curtains?
If you are wondering, should I open or close my patio door curtains when I get a sofa in front of them, you should leave them open. The reason for this is because having your patio door curtains closed can make the living space look darker and not have much lighting in the room.
What Are Other Ways To Block a Patio Door?
An office desk may be a good option to block a patio door. Office desks come in many different colors and can be used as a sectional to block the view of the patio doors if need be. It can also give you a good place to work with a nice view.
Replace The Patio Door With a Window:
If you have a patio door and want to block it, the best thing to do is just replace it with a window. This will help brighten up the room and give you another way to see outside if that’s what you prefer.
Dinner Table:
A dinner table can also block a patio door if need be. It can also give you a nice view of outside while you eat which a lot of people enjoy.
Other Things To Keep In Mind When Putting The Sofa In Front Of The Patio Door
Could be a Fire Hazard:
Make sure you can get out easily in case of an emergency. Make sure the sofa doesn’t block the exit of your living space. This is very important because if there was a fire in your immediate area, you would need to be able to get out quickly without hitting furniture or objects on your way out.
Conclusion:
So all that being said, if you would like to utilize the patio door, only blocking the stationary side could be the best idea in order to make it roomy and also use the door the way you want.
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