Curtains and Window Treatments

The best curtains and window treatments for your home are those that serve its two main purpose – beauty and functionality. They should be something that enhance the over-all decor of your home instead of overwhelm it. And of course, it should perform its functions which are mainly privacy and light control.


There are different kinds of curtains and window treatments depending on your own personal style and ambiance of your own home. It also matters which part of the house you are decorating or what kind of window you have; whether its an arched kind, a bow window, a bay window, a small one or a large window or even sliding or  French doors.

Kinds of window treatments

Curtains and drapes are the most traditional types of window treatments as they have been around for years. Different types of fabric and textures can make a lot of statement to your home depending on what theme you are aiming for.

Blinds are window coverings that are made from materials like slats of fabric, metal, bamboo or wood. The horizontal or vertical lines of the blinds create a geometric elegance to any window making it more attractive and interesting.

Roman shades are simple yet has an elegant feel to them that seem to blend a touch of class and antiquity. With just a piece of fabric that hung from the top of a window casing, it is easiest to manage , definitely functional and cost effective.

Shutters come in a variety of exciting colors which can definitely add a lot of pizzazz to your home. They look neat and clean and offers a myriad of options for lighting and privacy.

Window Treatment Ideas

The latest trend in window treatments are minimalism and simplicity. Heavy and dark window coverings seem to be being replaced with light draperies and fabrics such as those with cornices and valances for your kitchen.

Allow natural light to penetrate in your room without sacrificing privacy. Window treatments like roman shades and blinds can always be adjusted to achieve the amount of lighting or privacy you want. It can be used for your living room or family room.

The kind of window treatment you should use should also be room appropriate. If you are instance, designing a nursery or your kids room, try to make it fun and exciting for them. And if its your bathroom for example that needs privacy, try shutters. If its going to be in your bedroom, make it romantic as possible; you can use sheers, draperies or swag window treatment. If its your dining room, you might want to make it elegant and beautiful as possible as this is the room where you will be doing a lot of entertaining of guests.

Decide on the kind of theme you want, whether it be contemporary, modern or even country. If you are able to identify that, it would not be difficult for you to decide what type of materials to use for your windows.

Do not be afraid to use colors and textures. Blinds and roman shades for instance can be made of rattan, bamboo or other natural fibers which can add a lot of visual texture. Colors, on the other hand, have their magic touch too as they can make a room look smaller or larger, gloomy or inviting depending on how you mix them up with the whole theme.

With all the choices available, choosing the perfect curtains or window treatments for your home might appear daunting and challenging. However, its all a matter of personal choice and style. The important thing is to have the ideal window treatment that can reflect the harmony and balance that you desire for your home.