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WINDOW
TREATMENTS

ecause window treatments need Linen, cotton or textured silk are elegant
to be functional while befitting options, while a creamy natural colour
Window Treatments Ban aesthetic, it can be hard to helps brighten a space when blinds aren’t
find the right fit. A Window treatments drawn. Keep in mind that one may need
by Stienie Greyling should be practical, providing shade and to layer lighter colours with a blackout
privacy, but they are often used as a design vertical shades when using them in a
statement as well. bedroom. In small spaces like a narrow
dining area, simple shades or blinds keep
Curtains and Shades as Window the space from feeling cramped. Printed
Treatments. fabric shades take the place of wall art in
Hanging pinch pleat curtains near the a space with wall-to-wall windows. For a
ceiling line are a simple way to add a high- tranquil bedroom aesthetic, match vertical
end look to a space. Pair white or cream shades to the fabric of the headboard.
curtains with streamlined black matte The modern window treatment in
hardware for a modern and polished bathrooms is primarily used to provide
atmosphere, especially against black privacy, but it is also an opportunity to
window frames. Layering curtains over add elegance. A beautiful roman blind in
blinds is an effective way to block out light a neutral textured fabric adds a romantic
while creating a polished look. Dial up touch without competing with other
the drama of modern window treatments aspects of a room.
by using velvet curtains. The unexpected
combination of luxe velvet curtains and Window treatments for Sliding Glass
rattan shades seamlessly blends with the Doors.
natural textures throughout the rest of the It is easy to make sliding glass doors a
space. part of a home’s interior design. Window
Natural materials like jute, bamboo and treatments for sliding glass doors
rattan are popular right now because they can improve the doors' aesthetic, add
are so versatile. Blinds and shades made privacy, adjust lighting and support good
from these materials lend themselves well insulation. The key is to know what one
to all types of décor styles. wants from a window treatment, whether
Rattan shades fit in well with mid- privacy or light blocking properties, and
century modern décor. Shades are to take good measurements of the door
practical for a workspace because they and the space around it. With these basics
diffuse light without totally blocking it in mind, use the guide to get inspired and
out, so one can enjoy natural lighting find the right window treatment idea for
while one can work without having to sliding glass doors.
squint into the sunlight. For tailored sliding doors' window
Create a simple and refined look with treatments, consider blinds or shades.
fabric vertical shades in a luxe material. Vertical blinds have wide or plastic slats

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