Windows can be every bit as stunning as the rest of a room if dressed correctly. Here are 20 window treatment ideas to suit every room in your home.
01. Sheer Panels: A sheer panel, made of light, semi-transparent fabric, offers a bit of privacy and diffuses some light. It softens a window’s look and is best for living spaces where privacy is not a concern. 02. Light-Filtering Curtains: These curtains are heavier than sheers and provide good privacy. They won’t fully darken a space but are ideal for living spaces requiring some nighttime privacy. 03. Blackout Curtains: Blackout curtains are composed of a decorative fabric lined with a heavy fabric that blocks out light and insulates against heat and cold. They are perfect for keeping bedrooms dark. 04. Venetian Blinds: Venetian blinds have horizontal slats that can be made from various materials and offer varying privacy levels. They are suitable for most rooms but won’t fully block light in bedrooms. 05. Vertical Blinds: Often used on sliding doors and tall windows, vertical blinds offer privacy and light blocking. They are made of PVC and don’t collect as much dust as horizontal blinds. 06. Shutters: Shutters are a decorative alternative to blinds, typically made of wood and can be painted or stained to match room designs. They are best for living spaces and bathrooms, not bedrooms, as they don’t completely block light. 07. Honeycomb Shades: Also known as cellular shades, honeycomb shades are made of fabric that folds up in a way that resembles a honeycomb pattern from the sides.Discover a variety of window treatment options that cater to different light, privacy, and insulation needs. Each idea is designed to suit a range of rooms in your home.
1. Light-filtering and fully light-blocking shades are available to help insulate windows and work well in most rooms.
2. Roman Shades, often fabric-based but also available in materials like bamboo, fold into even pleats when raised and offer a smooth surface when lowered. They provide privacy and light control without visibility when fully lowered, except when using sheer materials. Ideal for most rooms.
3. Hanging curtains on a double rod offers versatility. Pair a thicker, decorative curtain with sheers for the inner rod to achieve maximum privacy and light control, or just close the sheers for light diffusion and a bit of privacy. This works well in living spaces, bedrooms, and offices.
4. Combining curtains with blinds provides similar versatility to the double rod method. Use both for blackout or just the blinds for light and visibility, while curtains soften the look of the blinds. Great for bedrooms and dressing up older blinds.
5. Pairing curtains with shutters is another versatile option. Use blackout curtains for bedrooms or choose a fabric to dress up and soften shutters in living spaces. This combination also helps insulate windows.
6. Inside-mount treatments, such as certain curtain rods, shades, and blinds, provide a cleaner look without covering window trim. This may be a custom and potentially pricey option, depending on your window size.
7. Solar shades are specially designed to block light and protect from UV rays with fabric made for this purpose.
The fabric of certain window treatments is typically resistant to fading from the sun. Options range from having some light-blocking ability to full blackout. These shades are ideal for windows that receive a lot of direct sunlight.
Roller Shades by marilook / Getty Images. A roller shade is a very simple window treatment that doesn’t offer much aesthetic value. These shades come in various materials, including fabric and vinyl. When open, the material is flat. When closed, it rolls up on a dowel. They range from light-filtering to blackout, so they can work in most rooms. Floor-to-Ceiling Curtains by Jodie Johnson Photography / Stocksy. Unless you have floor-to-ceiling windows, you don’t necessarily need floor-to-ceiling curtains to block light and add privacy. However, they are often used from a design standpoint to add drama to the room. They are excellent for framing a beautiful view out the window and are ideal for glass doors. Besides adding design impact with your chosen fabric, floor-to-ceiling curtains draw the eye up, making the ceiling feel taller. They’re great for living spaces as well as bedrooms. Rod-Pocket Curtains by aire images / Getty Images. Curtains with a rod pocket are ready to hang. Just slide them onto your curtain rod via the fabric pocket at the top. If you like a softer look for your window, rod-pocket curtains are a good choice as the fabric covers the rod. However, they can be difficult to slide depending on the pocket size and rod diameter. Also, the pocket must be well-stitched for heavy curtain types to prevent tearing. Curtains With Grommets by Trinette Reed / Stocksy. Some curtain panels have grommets sewn in at the top. Slide these grommets onto a curtain rod for easy opening and closing. The grommets also help the curtains stack nicely when open. However, like rod pockets, they can tear if not well made, especially with heavy fabrics. Plus, as the grommets are always visible, they might not suit every design preference. Curtains With Rings by Iulian Catalin / 500px / Getty Images. Another option to attach curtains to a curtain rod is with rings. The rings slide around the rod and have small clips that fasten onto the curtain fabric. This option is ideal if you have a decorative rod you don’t want the curtain fabric to cover. However, sometimes the clips aren’t strong enough to hold heavy fabric. Valance by kanzefar / Getty Images. A valance is a short piece of fabric that hangs just across the top of a window. It’s used for decorative purposes and won’t do much for privacy or light blocking.Valances are frequently used to enhance kitchen windows where privacy at night is not a concern. They can also be placed over curtain panels for a formal appearance. Continue to 20 of 20 below. 20 of 20 Window Tier Topic Images Inc. / Getty Images A window tier is basically the opposite of a valance. It is typically a fabric curtain that covers the bottom part of a window. It is mainly for decoration, but it also provides some privacy depending on the window height. Moreover, this window treatment idea can be combined with a valance for added privacy and light blocking. https://www.thespruce.com/thmb/R5OYFh58gHpmtSL6ZrGJEhlu-Qk=/1500×0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(webp)/IMG_69662-4c3b4d3bac5a4300b67c47204d920a0b.jpg