Window treatments blog

Sep 2, 2010, arched window treatments, arched window treatment, window treatments for arch windows

How to dress arched window treatments so they look professionally done. I get asked a lot about what's the right window treatment for this kind of window. Well you can fit various things such as a shaped pelmet, or a scarf swag with multiple swag holders, or shape the top of your curtains to fit the window arch. Often when asked this question I simply suggest they fit a decorative rod over the arch and fit a pair of curtains. Just as you would do for any window, I explain why lower down.

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Sep 1, 2010, .How to hang a window valance

I would like to hang 3 peices on my living room window. Sheers, draperies and a valance over all. I have a double rod for the sheers/draperies,but I can't

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Sep 1, 2010, curved blind headrail foy windows

Where do I buy a curved headrail for my bay window for fitting blinds. Hi Ashy I'm assuming it is a vertical blind headrail your after. If so you will

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Sep 1, 2010, unsure about how many widths of fabric to sew together for pleated drapes

If my calculation for curtain fabric needs to be 2.25 x my fabric width, does this mean that I when cut and sew the fabric together, that I need to sew

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Aug 30, 2010, How to dress four windows side by side?

Hi, I have four windows in my bedroom that are right next to each other. Each are about 63 in. tall and 32.5 in. wide. Should I treat them as one window

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Aug 30, 2010, Wall of windows treatment.

How would you go about adding window treatments to a wall of windows with trapezoid windows on the second story and patio doors on the first. There will

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Aug 30, 2010, Insulated curtains for a sliding glass patio door with a metal heating vent at the threshold ........

What is the correct height .... just above vent, over vent, touching the vent....... Sheers ? Will cold stay out and heat in and vice versa ? Trying

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Aug 30, 2010, How do I hang curtains on a traverse rod?

I have curtains that are not pleated and only have a channel for a curtaing rod to go through. I am wondering what the proper way to install the hooks

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Aug 27, 2010, What's the best window treatment for large windows that also have a corner window?

Please see attached pictures...these huge windows are in the living room of my 1960's ranch home. I had the curtains down to have new windows installed

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Aug 27, 2010, window size problem

I have short narrow windows. 1960's privacy windows. Any suggestions on what to use for window treatments? Hi Cheryl I have fitted long curtains from

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Aug 27, 2010, Window treatments for multiple windows in curved wall

I am very fortunate to have a great lake view from our bedroom windows. However, I would like some privacy in the evening and block some sunlight in the

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Aug 26, 2010, How many pannels do I need?

I have 2 large windows with small ones above, attached is the door to the back porch which also has a window above. It looks like three windows rather

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Aug 23, 2010, What kind of window tretment can I use.

We expanded our floor plans when we built, but the builder goofed and did not leave enough space between the window and the french door to our porch.

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Aug 23, 2010, Odd Window pattern

I have three windows, approx. 36w x 72h, set approx. 8 inches apart from each other. There isn't much wall on the far side of the right most window. Do

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Aug 21, 2010, No wall space

I have a large front room window that only has about a foot and a half space between the window and the front door. I also have a problem with centering

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Aug 19, 2010, How do fit a rod on an arch window with casing

I have a big window with very beautiful wood work frame in the great room. The actual window which is a full arch is approximately 72 wide and 72 height

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Aug 19, 2010, Help

Where do I find a semi circle window rod and semi circle shades Hi Kelly bl Try ebay for arched window shades there is a seller there that has some

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Aug 19, 2010, How can I cover these elevated windows

Hello, I have a ``12 -12´´pitch roof with windows from the living room floor to the ceiling.It is 20 feet from floor level to the ceiling peak.I need

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Aug 19, 2010, Are there rod exensions available to get beyond sliding glass door blinds?

We have window toppers we want to put over the vertical blind at the sliding glass door; however, the extensions we have need to be longer to allow the

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Aug 19, 2010, Bamboo roman shades

Hi, We just bought a new home and having to make lots of decisions. I just tore all the wallpaper off our kitchen and painted it a sage green. I have

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Aug 19, 2010, At what height above window trim do you hang a drape?

I have two picture windows in one large formal area. One is taller than the other. The taller one is in the dining section, the shorter one is across

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Aug 18, 2010, types of panel for metal ceiling track

Photo courtesy of the The Shade Store I have a span of wall in a master bedroom that spans 3 windows, approximately 16 feet wide. My decor is very modern.

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Aug 16, 2010, Bay Window Tracking

I have two front windows to my bungalow which are straight fronted 4 pane windows with a left and right reverse one pane window (rather like a rectangle

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Aug 16, 2010, Suggestions for triple living room window

Looking for suggestion for a triple window- a center fixed window flanked by 2 double hung windows. Size of each window is 25W x 62H. Total width of

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Aug 16, 2010, Shortening window panels

I bought 2 packages of 2 curtain panels from Sears. Each panel is 150 wide. I am shortening them from 84 to 77. On the first package of 2 panels,

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Aug 16, 2010, how do i wall mount a padded pelment box

Help I have made a pelmet box for wall mounting but we cannot get our hand or a screw driver up inside to screw in any wall brackets, as it is only 4 deep.

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Aug 16, 2010, How many inches on each side of the frame, when hanging curtains?

How many inches on each side of the window frame do you allow when hanging curtains? Hi Val As a quick guide I allow 5 to 6 inches past on each side.

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Aug 15, 2010, Goblet pleat curtains, window treatment ideas, window treatment ideas for interesting window treatments

Goblet pleat curtains are a timeless style. Your choice of fabric and trims can make them traditional or very contemporary. Sometimes over long draping on the floor can create a luxurious look. Check

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Aug 14, 2010, How do I hang curtains on a vertical blind track?

I have a rather unusual problem presented by my apartment. When I moved in there were vertical blinds installed in front of a sliding glass door--sort

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Aug 12, 2010, what kind of curtain should I use for my sitting room

I have three double hung windows together the width of each one is 36 inches and length is 63 inches. Would it be good idea to buy three 36 inch swag curtains,

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