Do you need window treatment advise for your home? If you aren't sure about the difference between drapes and curtains or shades and blinds, we've got your back! This rundown of various types of window treatments will give you the inside track. Because despite its light and fluffy connotations, "window dressing" can have a dramatic impact on a room, and not just in terms of decor. "Window treatments often serve as a way to provide privacy for those inside the building, while also helping to control the levels of natural light. Window treatments can also help with the cooling or insulating of a room. To help you figure out which type of window treatment is best for you, check out the various styles below, and the pros and cons of each. Blinds & Decors: Shades vs. blinds Shades are soft panels of fabric that are attached to a frame. They come in various lengths, widths, fabrics, and textures, and a cord is used to manipulate them up and down. If you're looking for shades, you'll find lots of options. Roman shades will pleat when drawn up, while balloon shades jut out, providing a puffy appearance. Tie shades must be tied on each end to remain up. To allow light, the shade must be lifted entirely. That means if you need privacy, you'll have to sacrifice natural light in the process. Blinds, on the other hand, are window treatments that open and close with a cord. Unlike shades, they're not made from one piece of material. Instead, blinds have louvers or slats, which open and close. This lets in light but can help maintain privacy at the same time. Blinds tend to be made of wood, vinyl, fabric, or aluminum, and they come in a variety of sizes to fit various windows. Another consideration: The size of the slats in the blinds. Typically you'll find half-inch or 1-inch mini-blinds, and 2-inch slats called Venetian blinds, which are a bit more durable. Blinds & Decors: Curtains vs. drapes Curtains are one of the most popular types of window treatments on the market. Typically sold in pairs, these panels come in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes, and they can be installed alone or over blinds or shades. Curtains hang from curtain rods, which are installed with supports above or beside the window frame. They usually have tabs at the top, through which a homeowner can feed the curtain rod. Drapes are often confused with curtains, but the two are slightly different. While drapes are also fabric panels, drapes are lined, and typically the lining blocks incoming light, which makes them perfect to use in bedrooms. Draperies most often are the length of the top of the window to the floor and many times allow for a puddling effect. Another difference? Drapes are usually custom-made in luxury fabrics to fit exact window specifications, and they tend to have more of a formal appearance than your garden variety curtain. Blinds & Decors: How to pick the right window Covering Choosing the right window covering for your home tends to come down to function. We suggests asking yourself the following questions before deciding on a window treatment: • How much light or view do you want to allow through? • Does it also need to insulate or dampen sound? • What do the window trims, ceiling, and nearby walls allow in terms of mounting? • Do you want the windows to disappear or be a focal point for the room? • How does it create a composition with other aspects of the room? Here's which type of window covering is right for you based on your objectives: To let in light but maintain privacy: Blinds allow light in, but without sacrificing privacy. To block out light: Drapes, with their added layer, block out light and are thus popular for bedrooms. They can also insulate against heat and cold. To make a decor statement: Curtains tend to come in fabrics with patterns and colors that make them a focal point, and they can be used to cover up blinds or shades that are less aesthetically pleasing. To save money and maintenance: For homeowners with a tight budget, roller shades are often the least expensive option. Depending on the size of a window, roller shades run smooth, and the flat surface makes them easy to clean. WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU Blinds and Decors is a premier interior fit-out and interior products provider in the Philippines. We have a portfolio of finished projects and satisfied clients with superior after sales service. We also have fast inquiry response and 24 hour quotation submission. That’s why More and more clients turn to Blinds and Decors for excellent client hospitality and after sales service. Fast, Focused and Effective client service and delivery. 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12/8/2021 10:56:57 am
My husband and I have been home for a while now since the pandemic started. So, we decided to redecorate parts of our house. Thanks for mentioning here that in choosing blinds for windows, you must consider the amount of light you want to come inside the room as well as if you need installation or sound filtering.
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3/1/2022 08:22:47 pm
I like what you said window coverings are frequently used to create seclusion for persons within the building while also assisting in the regulation of natural light levels. This is a good article, my uncle is looking for info and this should help him. I wanted to thank you for your explanation about window covering installation.
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3/26/2022 01:00:08 pm
It got me when you mentioned that blinds are window remedies that open and close using a cord. My mother told me that indoor blinds will make our interior more esthetically pleasing. I think it is so I'll make sure to buy the most suitable ones for our interior.
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8/16/2022 11:25:19 am
I love that you talked that window treatments are also used for the privacy of the property. My cousin mentioned to me the other night that she was planning to have roller blinds in their store to attract customers with noticeable materials, and she asked if I had any idea what would be the best option. Thanks to this informative article, I'll be sure to tell her that she can consult trusted roller blinds services as they can provide more information about the design process.
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2/9/2023 09:50:43 am
I found it interesting when you mentioned that one of the best privacy solutions for a structure is window blinds and other treatments. After moving to our current area, my wife told me she was planning to have window blinds that would match our room perfectly and provide sufficient privacy. She asked if I had any idea what would be the best designs. You did a great job sharing ideas about blinds, I'll tell her that consulting a trusted window blinds service can help us with our concerns.
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Thanks for pointing out that there would be various materials and sizes we could choose from blinds such as those made from wood, vinyl, fabric, or aluminum. I will make sure that I choose the material that would be of low maintenance when I get roller blinds for my home. It is because it will be helpful for my hectic schedule as a single mom.
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4/29/2023 02:25:08 pm
This post has given me so many wonderful ideas for window coverings for my home, which I have been struggling to find. I really like how many different kinds of blinds and shades are shown. The pictures really help me picture how each alternative would look in my house. A heartfelt "thank you" for the motivation.
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