A window treatment may not be the first thing that comes to mind while decorating a room, but it should definitely be up there. Not only do window treatments provide texture, style, and functionality, but they also elevate any space’s look and feel. There are many benefits to investing in custom soft window treatments. They can prevent heat from escaping through your windows in colder months and provide a much-needed respite from the sun. Additionally, they have the capability of completing your room and helping you achieve that cohesive look you desire.
Below are examples of soft window treatments and how they help warm up your room.
Drapery Panels and Pairs
Drapes are panels of fabric that are typically the length of the window or fall to the floor. They usually come in pairs and are a great option for privacy. If you would like your window treatments to double as insulation, consider using lined drapes. You can also try light-blocking curtains, which are perfect for a bedroom that gets a lot of sunlight in the early morning hours. The best part? The colors, patterns, and textures of drapes are nearly limitless.
Soft Roman Shades
While traditional roman shades lay flat when they are in the down position, soft roman shades ripple or drape when they are both down and pulled up. They are available in various materials, like linen and cotton. You can also find options that are lined to block out sunlight. These window treatments work best in small spaces where privacy is as essential as style.
Valances
A valance, also known as a window top treatment, is a piece of fabric that covers the top of your window and typically hangs down to 1/4 of your overall window height. It is usually the same fabric as your drapery and can be used to conceal your curtain rod and rings. While traditionally paired with other window treatments, valances can also be used alone as a decorative statement.
Cornices
Cornices generally refer to the ornate, decorative molding atop a building. So, it’s only natural that a window cornice is set atop the window frame. Your curtains attach to the cornice with hooks and rods. Though window cornices are typically wooden and resemble crown molding, you can soften them by upholstering them in fabric. This design trick warms up your space and adds cohesion between your curtains and cornice.
Sheers
Sheers are thin curtains that work well when paired with other soft window treatments, such as drapes or roman shades. Though the fabric is almost transparent, it can diffuse light well, which is especially beneficial for a room with too much direct sunlight. Conversely, if your home doesn’t receive a lot of natural sunlight, sheers can bring a light, airy feel to the space, not making it feel as dark.
Below, you can see an example of the incredible difference in the tone, warmth and coziness of a room that can be introduced by taking a bare set of windows (first image) and applying a window treatment to it!
Choosing the right window treatments for your home helps warm up your space and pulls the rest of your decor together. Learn more about our custom window treatment options at Decorating Den Interiors. To get started creating something beautiful, contact us today at (513) 304-9105, and decorate BEAUTIFULLY with Erika Lee!
