Interior Design: The Home Edit Guide Book by Jessica Naone

Author:Jessica Naone [Naone, Jessica]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2020-10-21T00:00:00+00:00

Get the right fit

"The custom fit of any window treatment is critical," says Brizon. Not only does a well-fitted window treatment make a room look polished, it can also improve less than polished rooms. "Properly scaled window treatments can enhance a room and hide a multitude of sins," says designer Kevin Isbell. "Less than desirable ceiling height? Hang the drapery as near to the crown molding as possible so the eye is drawn up. Widows not wide enough? Have the window treatment stack a bit wider on each side so the eye perceives a lager window beyond what is actually shown." Robin Gannon agrees: "We tend to use window treatments to correct a lot of interior architecture," she says.

Master these terms

Finally, we asked Skalman to break down the different types of treatments on the market—what they are, what they do, and how to use them.

Roller Shades "have a minimalist look and feel, and are available in light-filtering and blackout styles to control light and privacy," says Skalman. As you may have guessed, they open and close by rolling over a central dowel, meaning they lay flat when open. "They’re a great way to showcase beautiful textures and patterns," Skalman says.

Roman Shades "blend the softness of drapery with the functionality of shades," says Skalman. "There are numerous styles, each crafted to control light and frame your windows in their own unique way." These shades fold up into themselves to open, usually via a chain pull.

Pleated Shades "are exactly what they sound like — a series of expanding pleats," says Skalman. "They have a crisp, clean look and help to control light and privacy within your space."

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