When you begin your search for new window treatments it can
often be difficult to figure out exactly what type of blind or shade will work
on the type of windows you have. This
article will give you some tips on choosing blinds and shades for your home and
various windows.
· French
Doors: When it comes to window treatments on French doors there are several
option to look into. Curtains are an option although they block the view and
often are inconvenient when it comes to the doors function. It is better to
view French doors as a window rather than a door. It makes adding window treatments
simpler. Another tip is to keep with the treatments already used in the room to
offer a united look and feel to the room. Cellular shades are often the best
option as they come in a variety of materials from sheer to complete room
darkening. You can easily install hold
down brackets at the bottom of the door to hold the shade in place. They allow for the shade to be opened easily.
· Windows with a View: If your yard backs
to a beautiful view the last thing you want to do is to block the view. I love looking at the river outside of the
back windows however I do like privacy from boaters as the evening winds
down. A great option for spaces that
offer a great view in custom window treatments is the honeycomb shade. This shade offers the option of opening and
closing from both the top and bottom as well as offering the ability to pull up
into itself so that the window looks as if there is no window treatment in
place at all.
·
Arches: When
it comes to having window treatments installed in window arches the best option
is a custom designed honeycomb shade. It
will literally fan out into a semi-circle.
These can be ordered in room darkening or light filtering materials depending
on the desired effect in the room.
·
Sliding
Doors: Vertical blinds are still a
very popular option when it comes to sliding doors. Another window treatment to look into is
sliding panels. It is important that the
room’s window treatments are consistent.
If you have sliding doors consider the other treatments in the room before
settling. If you are using sheers
throughout the rest of the room it is okay and consistent to use sheers on the
door wall.
·
Windows
with Harsh Sun Rays: Sunscreen Roller Shades are a great option when
looking to insulate a room against harsh sun rays. They offer protection from the sun as well as
the heat the sun emits.
A room with new window treatments is immediately changed and
upgraded. When we move in we started
with low end mini blinds that offered privacy while we slowly made head way in
each room in the house. There are so many lovely options in window blinds and
shades available online with easy tips on measuring to ensure you are
purchasing the proper size for your windows.
Online window treatments are also incredibly cost effective especially
when redoing more than one room.
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