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Window
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Window
treatments refer to drapes, curtains, blinds or any
other item used to decorate windows. They can also
be strictly functional, as in window treatments involving
plastic coverings and drapes backed with insulating
material.
"Hard" Window Treatments
These types of window treatments consist of blinds,
shutters and shades, all of which provide protection
from strong sunlight and offer different levels of
privacy. An example of a popular shutter is the Plantation
shutter. Made from one inch panels that open and close
via louvers to access varying amounts of darkness
or illumination, Plantation shutters fit inside window
frames and utilize attached hinges that allow people
immediate access to windows. Attractive and adaptable
to any decor, these shutters also function as energy-savers
by preventing cold air from entering the home.
Venetian Window Blinds
Venetian blinds are one of the most popular types
of hard window treatments that look great in any room
in the home. You can install Venetian blinds on the
inside or outside of the window frame, depending on
whether you want to hang curtains without having to
utilize extended rods. Before purchasing Venetian
blinds, make sure you take accurate measurements so
the blinds fit without exposing too much window.
Window Shades
Varieties of window shades are sheer, Roman, Honeycomb,
woven wood, roller, blackout and solar screens. Shades
can be motorized as well, operated using a remote
control unit that lowers and raises the shade while
in bed or another part of the room. Materials used
in making shades include fabric, bamboo, cellular
(for Honeycomb shades), grasses and reeds (for woven
wood shades) and wood. Window shades are applicable
to large windows, French doors, hard to reach windows,
sliding doors, arched windows and sidelights.
Soft Window Treatments
Soft window treatments consist of drapes, sheers,
curtains, lace panels, fabric shades and valances.
Pertinent information regarding soft window treatments
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Insulated draperies backed
with acrylic foam make excellent energy savers |
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Sheer pastel panels work
well in bathrooms, providing both privacy and
light |
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Hanging a decorative valance
or swag over a picture window not only enhances
the window but the view as well |
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If a window seems awkwardly
narrow, try installing a curtain rod slightly
longer than the width of the window. By hanging
curtains to fit the rod, you will create an illusion
that the window is larger than it really is |
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To make ceilings seem higher,
hang drapes slighter higher than you normally
would. |
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An inexpensive way to enhance
soft window treatments is to embellish them with
fringes, cords and tassels |
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Remember to purchase draperies
that have the same color backing, such as ivory
or white, since this will be showing outside all
of the windows covered with these draperies |
Colors of window treatments are just as important as
style of the blind or curtain. For example, warm, inviting
hues like deep pink, yellows, greens and pale magentas
make a room exciting and vibrant, while more subdued
colors such as whites and off-whites, grays and cool
silvers and blues present a more calm and peaceful ambience. |
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