I've got these ancient window treatments in my living room that are seriously dragging down the whole vibe. You know the type—dusty old blinds that have seen better days and curtains that look like they belong in grandma's house (no offense to grandma, love her style but not for me lol). Anyway, I'm thinking of doing a quick DIY refresh to save some cash, but I'm torn between sprucing up the blinds (maybe painting or adding fabric?) or just ditching them altogether and going with some cheap curtains I can customize myself.
Has anyone tried either of these options? I'm leaning towards curtains because fabric seems easier to handle, but then again, blinds might be quicker and less hassle. Um, I'm not exactly a DIY pro, so simpler is definitely better. Curious what others have done and how it turned out—any regrets or tips?
I've done both, and honestly... curtains are way easier. Painting blinds sounds simple until you're halfway through and realize each slat is a mini-project (been there, done that, never again). With curtains, you can grab some cheap fabric and hem tape—no sewing needed—and whip up something decent in an afternoon. Plus, fabric choices are endless, so you can really match your vibe without breaking the bank. Just my two cents, but I'd skip the blinds hassle.
"Painting blinds sounds simple until you're halfway through and realize each slat is a mini-project (been there, done that, never again)."
Haha, I feel your pain on the blinds! Ever tried spray painting them instead? It can speed things up a bit, but yeah... still pretty tedious. Curtains definitely have the edge when it comes to quick updates and flexibility. Plus, if you mess up or change your mind later, swapping fabric is way less stressful than repainting blinds. Good call!
Spray painting blinds sounds good in theory, but honestly, I found it messier than expected. Maybe I'm just clumsy, but I ended up with paint speckles everywhere—even places I swear I covered carefully. Plus, the drying time between coats felt like forever. Curtains do seem easier overall, especially if you're indecisive (like me) and want to switch things up every few months.
Has anyone tried dyeing curtains instead of buying new ones? I've seen some cool DIY tutorials online, but I'm curious if it's actually as easy as they make it look or if it's another one of those "Pinterest vs reality" situations...