Window treatments can liven up any room, adding style, functionality, and comfort. However, with so many options to choose from, your decision can be challenging. Here are some factors to keep in mind to help you narrow your choices and find the perfect options for your home.

What to Ask Yourself About Window Treatments

How Much Privacy Do You Want?

Certain rooms in your home may need privacy, such as bathrooms. For these, you’ll want an option that doesn’t allow much to be seen from the outside. The blind must be long enough to cover the entire window, and the material must be thick and opaque enough to block the room from view. You may also want to consider adjustable styles that provide privacy when you need it but add light when you don’t, like roman shades, which are flat sheets of fabric or wood that fold upwards. 

What Are Your Lighting Needs?

Consider the size and color of your room. A cramped or dark room may need some extra light, so opt for sheer or light-colored materials. You could also go with a valance, which covers only the highest part of the window and can be partnered with other drapery styles. On the other hand, for rooms that will need to be dark even when the sun is out, like a nursery, you’ll want a thicker material. A woven wood shade combined with drapery in soothing pastel colors may be the best solution.  

What’s Your Design Aesthetic or Style?

The style of the room will have a major impact on your chosen window treatments. Consider the texture and feel of the fabric as well as the color. Some fabrics lend themselves easily to certain styles than others. For example, if you’re hoping to decorate a formal dining room with antiques and a sense of old-world elegance, you might want to go with a rich, luxurious fabric like silk. For a more natural or neutral look, wood blinds or simple linen curtains would be a better choice.

What About Safety & Maintenance?

Functionality is important to consider as well. Consider who will be using the room most. Cords and strings, for example, don’t mix well with young children and pets. The cleaning of each fabric is also something to consider. Dry cleaning or hand-washing may be needed for some materials or pleated styles. Cotton and many synthetic fabrics can be washed in your machine at home. 

Whether you’re completely renovating your home or just looking to spruce up a few rooms with window treatments, Lahaina Carpets & Interiors will help. Their knowledgeable professionals have been serving Maui, HI, for over 40 years with excellence and a vast array of products. They’re determined to meet your needs – which is why they offer lifetime warranties on their products. Give them a call today at (808) 661-4268 or visit them online to browse their inventory.