If your house is endowed with a large window, you may be faced with a decorating dilemma wondering which window treatments to use. The window treatments to use should depend on their purpose. It could be you want to make the window appear smaller or to make it the main attraction. May be you want to use the treatments to hide a view that is not attractive or to frame a beautiful view. Whatever your needs are, you can use draperies, blinds and other features for your window treatments.
Using roman shades
For a large window, looks for roman shades that are not heavy such as bamboo roman shades. The shades are eco friendly, and they allow little light in. If you are using blinds that have a deeper color, contrast them with white cotton panels. Light colored blinds should be used with curtains that have a color that blends well with the color of the wall to add a feeling of openness to the space. If your home has clean lines, you may skip the curtains. Instead, place a slipper chair or a tall wing back at the windows front and use a color that is standing out.
Lambrequins
You may use curvy lambrequins that are set within frame when you want less of the window to be seen and more of décor. The lambrequins can even reach at the bottom of the window. If you like, they may have a sheer fabric underneath to improve privacy and to control light. To make the floor speak the window’s design language, you can set décor such as Victorian or gothic statues and make sure they are size-appropriate. If the home designs are more towards ultra chic or contrived design, then lambrequins are right for the large windows.
Curtains
With windows as tall as two stories, you can use curtains to play with them. You can take the curtains up to the ceiling with a rod that is wide enough such that the full window can be exposed when the curtains are drawn. The materials you use should not blend with the rest of the room. Choose patterned fabrics that are loud such as black and white toile or paisley. You may use curtains that are design rich to contrast the rest of the space. Use the colors you choose for the curtains to choose your artwork, rug and sofa.
Use film
If your home has an unattractive view, you may want to hide it such that someone does not see it through the window. This means that you need view hiding and light filtering window treatments. You may use blinds and sheers, but there is also vinyl film. The film is artistic self-sticking, and you can use it to block the view while bringing light in.
The vinyl film is mural or wallpaper- like, and it comes in many colors and patterns. It ranges from stained glass that is brightly colored to subtle country views. When using the film, look for the design that is suitable with your existing home décor. If you are not comfortable with too many windows being exposed, add soft drapes or use tropical plants that are light loving around the window.
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