Monday 31 July 2017

The Many Different Styles And Colors Of Window Treatments MT

By Maria Wallace


Can you remember back to a time when most windows looked alike? I'm talking about how they were all covered in draperies if they were in living rooms and bedrooms and cafe curtains if they were in kitchens. Our house was that way, and I could go to friends' homes and find the same thing. These window coverings were backdrops against the scenery displayed in the room. We've come a long way since then, though, and people seek much more individuality than they used to. The heavy draperies are being replaced by many different types of window treatments MT.

What we do have to do is keep up with the types, and instead of giving up, let's appreciate the fact that there is much more that you can do with your windows now compared to before! Firstly, let's familiarize us with the basics of shutter treatments thus making it easier for us to weave through shutter treatments store jargon. First, we have curtains. Hmm, who needs a definition on curtains? We all know what they are, right? Well, we do have an idea of what a shutter curtain is, but sometimes we do interchange this term with that of draperies.

The main difference between the two is that curtains are stationary, whereas shutter draperies can move back and forth through the rod. Drapes can be opened to allow light to enter the room and can be closed for privacy purposes. Curtains, on the other hand, can also be opened but the process is done so by gathering the fabric to the sides and secure with tassels or ties.

Choosing the colors for your shutter treatments can also make them truly unique. You'll want to go with colors that are currently popular because you don't want your look to be outdated as soon as you've hung the shutter treatments on the wall. Right now, terra cotta is a very popular color. Pair it with greens, blacks, and golds, and your room will look very up to date.

Cornices look much like valances, except that these are made with a different material. These are also meant to adorn the tops of shutters. Cornices are made of a board that is covered in fabric. They sufficiently do the job of framing the shutter. If you wish to acquire a softer and more regal look with your cornices, you can simply add more fabric as padding to lessen stiffness.

Count how many hooks you will need. It is advised that curtain hooks are placed in a minimum of one out of every five slots in the heading tape including one at either end. So count how many you need and make sure the exact amount is on your pole or track.

If you know the actual size of the shutter shades you want, then there will be no need for in-home measuring. Each shutter shade you purchase comes with a step by step guide which you can use to install it on your own. It is not hard to install, most first-time users have easily installed their shutter shade by using the step by step instructions provided.

Weighted hems, hand-stitched trimmings, fabric covered mounting boards, professional shutter measurement, and free design advice is all part of the package when you purchase a custom made shutter treatments. Although your home will probably look nice if you buy your window coverings off the rack at the discount store, for an elegant look and feel, custom made is the way to go.




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