DIY Window Shades
Homeowners are always looking to enhance the beauty of their homes. They are continuously hunting for just about anything to add to their decor. It’s no surprise that window treatments are always yearned for by these people.
Roller shades are a good option if you want to add oomph to your windows but on a tight budget. Take some time to watch this video and see how you can create your own roller window shades leftover fabrics you already have in your house. Enjoy!
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Idea for inexpensive room-darkening treatment mounted outside the window frame?
Question by EllenElaina: Idea for inexpensive room-darkening treatment mounted outside the window frame?
Window is 76″ W 64″ H
Child’s room
Already have blinds mounted inside the frame that don’t block much light, but they have to stay.
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Answer by Mary D
Plantation shutters are better at blocking light than blinds, but if the blinds stay, you should consider using drapes that are thick and dark. Between the blinds and the drapes, this should be a very effective way to keep out light.
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Maytex Micro Fiber Window 2-Pack Panels, 84 inches, Chocolate
Maytex Micro Fiber Window 2-Pack Panels, 84 inches, Chocolate
- Solid color microfiber window panel
- Rod pocket construction
- Simple design is great for any room in the house
- Washing Instructions: Machine wash cold; Gentle cycle; Wash separately; Do not bleach; Tumble dry low; Remove promptly; Low iron on face side if needed
Micro Fiber 2-Pack solid color window panels are great in any room. Buy multiple colors to decorate with with a layered look of color. One package of this item contains two window panels which cover one window.
List Price: $ 19.99
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Clematis Window Film 24-by-36-Inch
Clematis Window Film 24-by-36-Inch
- Easy to install and remove-applies in minutes to smooth glass
- Uses no adhesives
- Available in 24 in. x 36 in.- repeating pattern simply add panels to the top, bottom, left or right
- Ideal for specialty windows: sidelights, transoms, arches
This Clematis Decorative window film provides the look of stained glass. Provides privacy yet allow natural light to enter the room. This window film refracts light giving the film a three dimensional quality.-Self-adhering (static) – no adhesives and easy to install and remove-Stained glass window design looks like textured glass-24 inches x 36 inches sheets fit together like wallpaper -Protects your furniture and carpets from harmful UV rays -Can be trimmed to fit any custom size window
List Price: $ 23.98
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Q&A: Interior Design Help Please – Window Treatment needed!?
Question by expat g: Interior Design Help Please – Window Treatment needed!?
The focal point of our home has a big design flaw! The windows/doors follow a bay style – however the top windows the cement was poured straight.
We were able to get windows installed and the aluminum conformed to follow the bay style and it works well. Now I need to think about window cover because the afternoon sun comes in and really heats up the house. We brought an awning/canvas guy and he wanted to install all this iron extending way beyond the window so that it can cover the sides where bay goes in. Many have said to put the window treatment on outside instead of inside to prevent the heat from entering into the house in the first place. I’m up for that but I really don’t want anything too big that would distract from the look. No designs, frills, and I do like the light coming in without the heat. Any ideas? Thanks!
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Answer by fuzzylolipop
Particularly if this is a south facing window, the best thing would have been to use low-E argon gas filled insulated windows in the first place as to repel and insulate from the heat. In my opinion an awning works best for commercial or very traditional exteriors – and I do not think that is the look you are going for. You could do a pergola that extends the length of the window and will help diffuse some of the light and still keep the feeling of the house. You could look into professionally installed window films – they do make a solar film which will cut down on the heat but it will slightly darken the light coming in. Nothing dramatic or more than the light that an awning would have altered. You could also do plantation shutters (or wooden blinds, a less expensive version of the same idea) which will help some as well and give you maximum control and flexibility with how much light comes in. Aside from those two options – option 3 would be a motorized window shade but in the end it would be closing off the window to some degree to get some control over the light and heat. Where there is light – there is heat. So in the end you will have to choose between the two to some degree.
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Q&A: What is the best window treatment to block most all light from coming in?
Question by User Name: What is the best window treatment to block most all light from coming in?
I’m a night shift worker. I’ve used foil before, and would prefer not to. I don’t want the neighbors wondering why we have foil on the windows. If there is an item I can buy in a store that would do the trick and look nice at the same time, I’d much prefer that. Thanks.
While I do appreciate the creative response to tint the windows :o) this home is a rental, and tint removal would take longer and be more of a hassle than it would probably be worth. thank you anyways though!
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Answer by tajmina
It doesn’t have to be thick or expensive, just not let the light in. Get a large piece of cardboard, recycled from a large box or poster board. Put it over the entire window opening and secure with tacks, or if you don’t mind, duct tape, and hang a scarf or wall hanging over it. If it still leaks light, a little tape should seal it up, but be careful about your walls if you rent. You can paint the poster board so it looks nicer, or hang a pretty scarf, put some window decorations or whatever in the window area so your neighbors don’t mind. It all can go up and come down in a matter of minutes, so a change in shift won’t take up alot of time. Sleep tight.
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I live in a mobile home and in my master bathroom, I have a frosted glass window by the garden tub.
Question by ivanmyheart: I live in a mobile home and in my master bathroom, I have a frosted glass window by the garden tub.?
The problem I’m having is that from the outside, you can kinda see the outline of the person who’s in the tub when they’re standing, as in, when I get out of the tub. So my question is this: does anyone have any ideas on window treatments that would look good right there, in the bathroom? Please give details….I really appreciate it!!
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Answer by snottierottie
The humidity in your bath is a huge factor in determining what you should do for window treatments. Anything fabric or cloth or organic (bamboo etc) will just get moldy and mildew. Your window treatments, over time will grow it too, in a humid bathroom. Stick with plastic blinds, easily cleaned!
You could also try covering it from the outside maybe with a small fence, awning, etc.
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What kind of fabric can I get for privacy and lets light in to make window treatment?
Question by averyjea: What kind of fabric can I get for privacy and lets light in to make window treatment?
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Answer by bbr_lucky4
I like the idea of having wax paper on the window, it lets in light, but no one can see you because it’s all translucent.
You could get blinds and put up whatever curtains you want, the blinds will keep the curtains from fading quickly versus direct sunlight, or if you don’t want to put up blinds, you could just go with straight up gauzy type curtains. They let lots of light in but people cant see through them.
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Window Blinds
Whatever type of door you have leading to the patio, this is usually taken for granted by a lot of people with regard to the design scheme. However, several sliding glass door blinds are available in the market that can turn a nuisance into an accent. Whether you’re opting for the more conventional vertical blinds or the more contemporary horizontal style, blonds will allow you to have adequate privacy and style to your room and makes sure that unwanted sunlight is blocked.
Vertical blinds are typically ideal for windows of any size, French and patio doors, also bay windows. They provide a neat and streamlined finish and go perfectly with narrower windows or doorways. Numerous interior designers make use of vertical blinds on patio doors to have a desired vibe and they can complement draperies.
Blinds are mostly used in rooms that a lot of sunlight is peeping through. You can find quality vertical blinds made out of sturdy material that reflect the harsh rays of the sun. This way, you get to save some money on electricity bills.
Another good thing about vertical blinds is it can deliver even to those who have very discriminating tastes. It can be very luxurious especially when it’s made out of real wood and have piano smooth finish to it. It can be used to blend perfectly a patio door, an entire wall, or a room full of windows.
Horizontal blinds provide a steady look to your windows and doors, and it is usually used today to cover patio doors. Horizontal blinds, however, have long cords that tend to load up at the bottom of the doorway.
Normally, horizontal blinds run from corner to corner of the whole two panel doorway in either one or two pieces. How high the blinds should be installed generally depends on the stack height but blinds experts have come up with solutions to this. Just try blinds and maybe you can have something to add up to the beauty of your house!
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