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Simple Tips for Getting the Right Window Treatments for Your House
When decorating a home, most people don’t think much about the way the windows look. Yet your choice in window treatments can transform the look from dull to dazzling! And your choices extend far beyond traditional mini blinds and curtains.
There are other things besides the look that you need to keep in mind when choosing window treatments. You’ll also want think about your privacy, as well as the level of sunlight you want coming into the room. You also want whatever you choose to flow with the rest of your décor.
Some Reasonable Choices
It’s important to first consider what room of the home you want your window treatments for. For instance, you may want a darker-colored shade or blind, or one made of wood, for the bedroom, as this will only allow a minimal amount of light to come in. But many people prefer sunshine and brightness in the kitchen, so for that room you may want to go with a lightweight shade or mini blind. Either vertical or horizontal blinds will work, depending on your personal preference. Or go with a light-colored wood shutter instead that you can open up to reap the full benefit of the natural sunlight.
In the living area, your best bet is window treatments that have more color. Adding color around your windows works wonders in terms of updating the look of your home. It’s up to you, whether you want to choose colored shade made of luxurious fabrics or vinyl. Just be sure to consider your privacy and lighting needs, as well as the price, when you go to purchase your window treatments.
Privacy Counts as Well
Many people feel more secure in their homes at night when they know no outsiders can see inside their home. Thus, some choose to hang a special shade in their windows. Made from perforated material, this custom roller shade gives only a one-way view. This way, when the shade is pulled, light can get in and you can see out. Yet it stops any would-be intruder from seeing in.
If you treasure privacy in the evenings but still love the look of sheer curtains, don’t worry, as it’s possible to have both. Simply use sheer curtains that are three times wider than the window. This way, the gathers are so dense that it blocks anyone from seeing in. Great fabrics for this include vo9ile and batiste.
Size Plays a Role
Is one of your windows extremely large? If that window is 6 or 7 feet wide, then blinds and draperies might be your best option. You can install panels of blinds across the width of the window and then add style and color with some richly textured drapes. The draperies will dress up the room while the blinds offer all the light control and privacy you need.
If this large window is taking up nearly an entire wall, then you also have the option of installing a track across it’s entire width. Then you can close your drapes or curtains partially around the window or open them up completely to expose the entire wall and window. You’ll be sure to attract attention in the room with this truly unique look.
Today’s window treatments are wonderfully versatile, allowing you to meet all your privacy, lighting and style needs. Thus, you can choose something that will give you the amount of light you want, the nighttime privacy you need, and the extra punch of style you desire.
About the Author…
Leon Tuberman has been in the home furnishings and interior decorating industry for 40 years. He owns and manages his family owned furniture store. They offer a huge assortment of solid wood furniture for your living room, bedroom and dining room that’s built in the Heartland of America. It doesn’t matter whether you’re shopping for a solid wood bookcase for your dorm room or oak tv stands for your theater room then they have everything you need.
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