Choosing The Right Type of Window Shades for Your Rooms
When you move into a new home or decide that the time to finally redecorate is now, it is important to put some thought into choosing the right type of window shades for your rooms. Many people leave this decision till the very end because they think of it as the final touch, but let me tell you how wrong that is. Window shades may seem like an after-thought but it is actually one of the most important factors when it comes to designing an aesthetically pleasing home.
There are two options you can choose from when deciding the type of curtains you want to use. You can either find out about the different types of shades that exist and which one works best for your specific needs, or you can hire someone from a curtain installation company to help you determine the best option.
Hiring someone to take a look at your home can cost a lot of money and it is usually not necessary.
Here are the major types of window shades you may want to consider:
- Curtains with a stand: are suitable for just about any type of window and they usually come in heavy satin, linen or canvas. This type of curtain is especially ideal for the living room or any other large rooms in your house. By choosing a stronger color, it can visually reduce the size of the room you put it in.
- Roman Shades: are made from single pieces of fabric that folds on itself like a blind and usually drawn up by using a cord or ring-like mechanism. These shades look good on very large windows and can actually optimize the look of smaller rooms which require less decor.
- Austrian Blinds: are blinds that have support rings which are fastened to cables. They come in lightweight materials such as silk and are ideal for bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens.
- Cellular Shades: come in many different styles, designs and generally match well with any window type. Unlike the other shades, the unique design (which resembles honeycombs) provides added insulation for your home and can effectively reduce energy consumption by keeping your home warmer during the winter and cooler during the summer.
The obvious picture that comes to mind when we think about window shades is that of horizontal type blinds which are attached to some sort of string string in such a fashion that it can be rotated at different angles to either block the light, let the light pass, or when necessary, to ensure complete visibility through the window. However, many people never imagine that window shades can play a much bigger role in your home. The type of shades I am talking about are cellular blinds which can help reduce heating costs by up to 40%.
