Help needed on Winter Window Treatment?
Question by Karen0925: Help needed on Winter Window Treatment?
hi everyone, I live in an apartment complex that doesn’t turn on their central heating system until late November. I get cold really easily and bought a portable radiator last year. While it does warm up my one bedroom apt, the electricity bill went up really high.
I know there’s a sponge-like tape that you can stick around the window panes that’s supposed to block some cold air.. what is this stuff called and where can I get it? Would this help?
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Answer by Alan
The stuff in the link is probably what you’re asking about. It’s a plastic film that you install with a double sided foam tape, then heat with a hair dryer to make it transparent. You can get it in the hardware department at most stores, Wall Mart, Lowe’s, and Home depot all carry it. It works very well for windows that have a noticeable draft to them, though the correct method would be to insulate and repair the windows. Landlords (in general) are not noted for their willingness to repair problems though, so for *about* $ 2 per window, this should do the trick.
Al
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The Beauty of Valances
Valances have been providing people a really pleasant appearance to many their windows. One can choose from the hanging unit type in congruence to one’s type of door and window size. Another option is the Kirsch rods, which are a no-brainer to install. Rods that are of spring type can offer great fun and one can use them really well. You can have them situated inside a frame of window. If you want to have a neat and nice look, the spring rod can be used throughout the entire window. It is of utmost importance that one sees to it that the edges are well sewn and it will fit the windows well and properly.
Valances treatments have been matching contemporary counterparts. It has suited well to the diagonal shape of windows and that of diverse shapes as well. You can moreover do some various designs and styles by using this treatment. As for the spring rods, they are there to help keep the treatment in place for no hassle at all. Certain window treatments have many diverse effects to you windows as a whole. Valances can be considered a really good idea for it since they tend to have an insulating effect and will really be able to filter a whole lot of unwanted sunlight that may tend to enter a single room; they can also add softness to any existing frames of window and also be able to provide privacy. They can be made to hang loose in order to cover just a portion or an entire window if one chooses to while it is place in the center or just at the side of a particular window. Many steps can be taken from many experts as to how to properly use these valances.
Another one that should be of concern is choosing the right color scheme which can add and complement to the total tone and atmosphere of a room. With regards to colors, white is the most common and popular choice to go for since white can really blend well with any color. Another option would be going for ivory or what people are fond of referring to as dirty-white. These are just some of the things you can do with valances.
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Room dividers as window treatment?
Question by : Room dividers as window treatment?
So I have an idea that I have seen used only once before, I loved it. Instead of shutters or a curtain, would it look nice to use room dividers? Do any of you have that for your living room? Send me a picture(: andyroldan94@gmail.com
Of course, nice room dividers.
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Answer by Jason
I have personally never seen it but the one thing I know about room dividers is how versatile they are. So I would not be surprised at all if a room divider as a window curtain looks great and in fact becomes a popular style. I use my room divider to separate my kids bedroom into two so they can feel like they have their own space even though they have to share a bedroom. I am sure there are hundreds of other ways to use a room divider as well I say go for it.
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What kind of window treatment should I use for these windows?
Question by Lady25: What kind of window treatment should I use for these windows?
I have three windows right next to each other in my living room and i don’t know what type of window treatment to use. A single rod straight across the top of all three and shears along side of each window??? I dont know what would look right. I have included a link (below) of pictures of my living room as well as these three windows. Please tell me what you think.
Thanks!
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We bought that area rug just the other day, lol. Garden Ridge had it tagged for $ 129.99, but for whatever reason it rang up for 39.99…what a bargain!
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Answer by Amber S
I have very similar windows in my living room. What I did was, a valance all the way across the top of all 3 windows, and static drapes to the floor on the outside side of the 2 windows on the ends. It looks very nice and finished.
I would not do fabric on the side of each individual window because they’re so close together, you’d end up with more fabric than window showing. Since you have blinds, drapes are more decorative than useful anyway.
Because the furniture in that room is so dark, I’d go with a lighter color for the drapes. A champange, Ivory, or a Light tan (lighter than the wall color) would all look lovely. You might also be able to use a sage green if it coordinates with the greens in the painting above the sofa. Something like watered silk would be very elegant.
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Need suggestions for window treatment for glass sliding doors.?
Question by lynn b: Need suggestions for window treatment for glass sliding doors.?
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Answer by Sharon W
Take the curtain rod all the way up to about two inches away from the ceiling. This will elongate the window/doors and make it look more elaborate. Do the width wide so that the window treatment can be opened wide enough to allow use of the doors. If one side does not open …you could design the window treatments to push to one side as well. I would leave room on both sides to be able pull the window treatments far and away from the window to allow light to flood in when you so desire.
You could use a cornice board covered with padding and fabric to add the height to the window. You can play with lots design ideas.
Use a subtle yet uniform design to avoid a very plain look …or a very wild look. Something with some texture would be nice as well.
I would go to the local fabric store and pick out the fabric that matches your kitchen best. Have a seamstress come measure the window and help you make a cornice board.
Buy the curtain rod before you buy the fabric to avoid spending more money than necessary.
You may want to buy a small piece of fabric, bring it home. hang it up on the wall. Look at it for a while and live with it to see if you really like it before buying enough to do the whole window.
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Curtains, Draperies & Shades: More Than 70 Window Treatment Projects
Curtains, Draperies & Shades: More Than 70 Window Treatment Projects
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window treatment ideas for tall windows?
Question by H R: window treatment ideas for tall windows?
I have 18 foot ceilings in my living room. I would really like to add some sort of window treatment, we have shades right now, but with the tall ceilings, it just seems sort of empty, its also sort of a weird shaped alcove. the apartment managers don’t mind if I add curtains so thats all fine. theres a picture of the space (not mine but a model):
any ideas what I should do?
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Answer by ksooj
You should add stationary side panels the full height of the windows to them. Maybe add some interesting decorative hardware. It looks like your house is contemporary. I am not sure what your color scheme is. If you use a really large scale print 27″+ repeat it could look fabulous if you want to add some interest. Or if you want to keep it simple use a sheer. they have very interesting ones It looks like you have the privacy/fading issue covered with the blind. Also you might not be able to do a stationary panel next to the fireplace it is hard to tell. I think a “top” treatment would look like an amateur did it . Maybe you should hire a designer on a consultation basis if you want to do it yourself. I would advise having a pro do it.
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You should add stationary side panels the full height of the windows to them. Maybe add some interesting decorative hardware. It looks like your house is contemporary. I am not sure what your color scheme is. If you use a really large scale print 27″+ repeat it could look fabulous if you want to add some interest. Or if you want to keep it simple use a sheer. they have very interesting ones It looks like you have the privacy/fading issue covered with the blind. Also you might not be able to do a stationary panel next to the fireplace it is hard to tell. I think a “top” treatment would look like an amateur did it . Maybe you should hire a designer on a consultation basis if you want to do it yourself. I would advise having a pro do it/
Problem with french doors window treatment?
Question by kar: Problem with french doors window treatment?
Hi, I have two french doors that are together. Only the right door opens. The left side does not. I have 30 inches of wall on the left side but none on the right side. I need to draw curtains only from the wall on the left. I would like to install grommet top drapes that I can draw for privacy at night. Can someone tell me what kind of rod I would need, and where to place it I have 12 inches from the ceiling to the top of the doors. Hope someone can advise me. Thanks
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Answer by marys.momma
Have you considered using narrow-slat Venetian blinds that fasten at the bottom of the doors as well as the top? They can still be adjusted for privacy, but they don’t flap around. We have that arrangement on our French door and it works just fine. It has the advantage of allowing us to open the door slightly at night to let in fresh air, without a curtain billowing.
If you like the curtain look, but don’t want a loose curtain, you could hang a decorative curtain along the wall next to your French doors. It would not open out, but always be gathered up closed.
If this wouldn’t work for you, you could go ahead with your full curtain idea. I would suggest adding one of those clear plastic pull rods to the top of the open side of the curtain, so nobody has to grab the fabric and pull it out of shape or get it soiled.
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What treatment I should take for my old door, window frames?
Question by Chad: What treatment I should take for my old door, window frames?
My doors and windows are all kinda natural maple wood color. Now they looks pretty old with a lot of dust. I want to clean them up, and apply some kinda transparent paint or something to make them look nice. I don’t want to apply some other color, because I do like the natural wood color. Can someone help me on what steps I should take, what type of paint, stain or other stuff I need to use?
Thanks.
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Answer by Online Blinds
Hi!
The best thing to do with them in my view is to seal any knots, fill the cracks and holes, prime and paint them as per your wish.Choosing your paint wisely will determine how well it will last and wear. Whether to use latex or oil-based, alkyds or acrylics depends on the surface to be covered, the conditions it will face, and any base paint underneath.So select the paint type as per the requirements.
The alternate solution is you can go for the wooden blinds.Due to the comfort factor people are extensively using wooden blinds for their windows. The curtains are losing out in the race as they have to be regularly changed and cleaned. In terms of wooden blinds it has to be said that they require least cleaning.
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