As a homeowner, making interiors more visually appealing might feature on your list of New Year’s resolutions. Updating the current window treatments can breathe new life into your home. When deciding what styles will work in your space, below are a few popular trends for 2020 to consider. 

3 Window Treatment Trends to Try

1. Roman Shades Over Blinds

Instead of choosing between blinds and Roman shades, homeowners are using both coverings for window treatments. Screens are placed closet to the glass, with the shade placed over it. Layering the contrasting textures helps draw focus to windows. When you’re ready to sell, staging with this window treatment will make a room feel homier and more appealing to buyers. Sheer shade fabric will add an airy quality to a room—letting in light when blinds are open to make the space feel larger. When closed, blinds and shades can limit sunlight to slow floor and carpet fading, increasing home value. As the shades aren’t made of blackout materials and light can filter through blind slats at night, consider different options in bedrooms where this could affect sleep.    

2. Farmhouse Shutters

In addition to freestanding cabinets and hardwood floors, homeowners are installing farmhouse shutters to add rustic flair to kitchens, dens, and other informal spaces. The window treatments feature wide vertical wooden planks with horizontal or diagonal boards nailed on top. The fixtures also complement the exterior architecture on Craftsman- and Tuscan-style homes, adding to the curbside appeal when the property is up for sale. When closed, the solid wood helps insulate the house, keeping energy costs low. The large planks can take away from the minimalist design in modern and contemporary interiors, so consider a different option for these rooms. 

3. White Shades

Many homeowners are using traditional white shades to balance the luxurious elements in places. In a room with a large, gilded chandelier, for example, the sleek white shades will make the space feel informal yet refined. The same is true when the window treatments are used in rooms with furniture upholstered in velvet and other high-end fabrics. Closing the shades can shield UV rays to protect the vibrant colors as well as flooring and wallpaper for a boost in home value. 

For blinds, sunshades, and more window treatments to makeover your space for the new year, contact Mike's Window Treatments Inc. Homeowners and commercial property owners throughout the Wiregrass area of Alabama and the surrounding communities have turned to the Dothan-based business for high-quality, lasting products since 1984. To inquire about the selection, including merchandise by Graber®, Insolroll®, and Skandia Window Fashions®, call (334) 793-3572. Visit the company online to learn more about the services.