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Windows can be every bit as stunning as the rest of a room.
You just have to know how to dress them.
There are many window treatment ideas to choose from, includingcurtains, shades, and shutters.
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Some options are more for appearance while others will keep a room dark and private.
Here are 20 window treatment ideas for all the windows in your home.
It offers a little bit of privacy and diffuses some light.
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And from a design standpoint, it acts to soften a window.
This window treatment is best for living spaces where you arent concerned about privacy.
Light-Filtering Curtains
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Light-filtering curtains are heavier than sheers.
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They wont fully darken a space from outside light.
They can be made from a wide variety of fabrics, so theyre versatile for many design styles.
Theyre ideal to provide some nighttime privacy in living spaces.
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Blackout Curtains
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Blackout curtainsoffer the best light-blocking power.
They are perfect to keepbedroomsdark.
A cord is pulled to raise and lower the blinds, and the slats also can be tilted.
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These blinds can be sized to fit most windows, and they offer varying privacy levels.
However, the horizontal slats do collect dust.
Theyre good for most rooms, though they wont fully block light in bedrooms.
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Vertical Blinds
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Verticalblindsare often seen on sliding doors and tall windows.
Theyre not highly decorative, often being made out of PVC.
But they get the job done in terms of privacy and light blocking when theyre closed.
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They also dont collect as much dust as horizontal blinds do.
Shutters
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Shutters are a more decorative alternative to blinds.
They are typically made out of wood and can be painted or stained to match most room designs.
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They can be tilted open to offer some light into a space.
Or they usually can be swung open for an unobstructed view.
They dont completely block light when closed, so theyre best for living spaces and not bedrooms.
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They also can be used in bathrooms.
There are options to filter some light, along with fully light-blocking styles.
They also can help insulate windows.
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These shades will work for most rooms.
They fold up in even pleats when raised.
But when theyre lowered they have a smooth surface.
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They can be raised partially to allow some privacy and light blocking.
However, theres no way to see through them when theyre lowered unless you use a sheer material.
These shades are suitable for most rooms.
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That way, you could close both types of curtains for maximum privacy and light blocking.
This window treatment idea can work in living spaces, as well as bedrooms.
you’re able to close both fora blackout option.
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Or you’re able to just keep the blinds down but tilted open for some light and visibility.
Adding curtains over blinds also helps to dress up the blinds and soften their harsh lines in a space.
The options this combination provides is good for creating different light and privacy conditions in a bedroom.
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Curtains Plus Shutters
Like curtains over blinds, curtains over shutters makes for a versatile window treatment.
you’ve got the option to use blackout curtains to fully darken a bedroom.
Adding curtains over shutters also helps to insulate the windows.
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Inside-Mount Treatments
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Many window treatmentsare mounted outside of the window frame.
But there are treatmentsincluding certain curtain rods, shades, and blindsthat can be mounted inside the frame.
So it might be pricey.
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The fabric also is typically resistant to fading from the sun.
Options range from some light-blocking ability to full blackout.
These shades are ideal for windows that get a lot of direct sunlight.
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These shades come in a variety of materials, including fabric and vinyl.
When theyre open, the material is flat.
And when theyre closed, the material rolls up on a dowel.
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They range from light-filtering to blackout, so they can work in most rooms.
However, such curtains are often used from a design standpoint to add some drama to the room.
They’re great for living spaces as well as bedrooms.
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Rod-Pocket Curtains
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Curtains with a rod pocket come ready to hang.
Plus, it is important that the pocket is well-stitched for heavy curtain types.
Otherwise it might eventually tear from the weight of the fabric and the force of you sliding the curtains.
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Curtains With Grommets
Some curtain panels come with grommets sewn in at the top.
The grommets also help the curtains to stack nicely when theyre open.
Plus, as the grommets are always visible, they might not fit with every design preference.
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Curtains With Rings
Another option to attach curtains to a curtain rod is with rings.
The rings slide around the rod and have small clips that you fasten onto the curtain fabric.
This option is ideal if you have a decorative rod that you dont want the curtain fabric to cover.
However, sometimes the clips arent strong enough to hold heavy fabric.
Its used for decorative purposes, as it wont do much for privacy or light blocking.
Valances are often used to spruce up kitchen windows where privacy at night isnt an issue.
They also can be used over the top of curtain panels for a formal look.
Its typically a fabric curtain that covers the bottom portion of a window.
Its mostly for decoration, but it also offers some privacy depending on the window height.
