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Best window treatments for energy efficiency and style?, Curtains vs blinds—what did you choose and why?, Popular window treatment ideas for modern homes?, Custom window treatments: worth the extra cost?, Best window coverings to block sunlight in bedrooms?, DIY window treatment projects—your…
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32 discussionsSolar screens look different once the room lights are on
For a west-facing room, how much view and useful daylight do solar-screen shades preserve while cutting afternoon glare? I’m curious how the openness factor and fabric color change…
Safest way to clean fabric shades without damaging the mechanism?
I’m looking for a repeatable cleaning routine for fabric window shades, especially ones with cordless or motorized hardware. Dust is straightforward, but I’m less sure how to handle…
Windows That Save Energy - What If You Had to DIY It?
I've been thinking lately, um, what if you suddenly had to make your own window coverings to keep your house warm in winter and cool in summer? Like…
Surprising History Behind Made-To-Order Blinds - Is It Worth It?
Did you know custom window treatments actually go back centuries? Apparently, in Victorian times, people would get drapes made to fit their specific windows, partly to keep the…
Struggling to Find the Perfect Curtains for My Oddly Shaped Windows
We moved into our new place about two months ago, and I absolutely love it, but there's one thing that's been driving me a bit nuts - the…
Anyone else tried those layered sheer shades?
I put in those dual-layered sheer shades last spring - kinda like zebra stripes but softer looking. They let in a ton of light while still giving privacy,…
Tried making my own curtains - didn’t expect it to look this good
Honestly, I thought I’d mess this up, but after watching a few YouTube vids and grabbing some fabric on sale, I managed to sew up some pretty decent…
Shutters vs. blinds: which do you actually like living with?
Had to choose between plantation shutters and regular horizontal blinds for my living room. I went with shutters because they look super clean and let me control light…
Sticker shock from getting quotes for new blinds and curtains
I thought replacing the old, faded blinds in our living room would be a quick weekend project - pick out something nice, have it installed, done. But when…
Curtains, blinds, or shades - how do you pick what actually fits your room?
I keep getting stuck trying to figure out what kind of window treatment goes with my living room. The space is mostly mid-century-ish, but I’ve got this random…