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Window treatments are anything that you add to your windows for a useful or decoration purpose. This covers blinds, window shades, curtains, drapes, shutters, etc. Using them is a cost-effective, yet beautiful, way to improve the look of any room. You can combine blinds and curtains or curtains and shutters or use each separately. Before you buying your window treatments there are some things that you need to consider. • Reason for buying—are you buying them for a particular purpose or for functionality. An example of a particular purpose would be if you worked night and slept during the day you would want to purchase window treatments that would block the sunlight from the room, allowing you to get your sleep. If it is functionality such as wanting to make a window look elegant then you could choose a sheer drape. If you have a high window you might opt for window blinds that are automated. • Room characteristics—this means if you are looking for bathroom window treatments you would want them to give you privacy and is resistant to damage by the moisture in the room. If it was the kitchen you want ones that let in plenty of sunlight but cannot be damaged easily by being exposed to high temperatures, grease, or smoke. • Shape and size of window—this will play a major role in what type of window treatments you choose. If it is a large window do you want to draw attention to it when someone enters the room or do you want it to appear smaller? In addition, you might want to consider what it will look like from the outside. • Décor—the window treatment should complement the décor of the room and not clash with it. If you have a country theme you would not want to have window treatments that featured birds or wild animals. In addition to complementing the décor it should also complement the color theme of the room. • Maintenance—make sure you know how much maintenance your window treatments are going to need. For example, if you decide to use draperies in a room can you wash them or do they have to be dried cleaned? Do they need any special cleaning such as mild soap and then hang dried. If you choose shutters or blinds, you may need to dust them weekly or every other day along with regular cleaning. If they are real wood blinds you may need to polish them periodically. • Budget—as window treatments can vary in prices you should have a set budget before shopping. You may also need to figure in the cost of installation if you do not do it yourself. About the author: This article is penned by Richard who has worked with a few leading home improvement companies and now is a professional blogger. He mainly chooses to write on simple tips to improve home decor and styling. Budget Blinds is one of the leading professional blind installation company with presence all over North American including Canada. If you are looking for motorized window treatments the budget blinds are the go to company. With hundreds of positive reviews they are definitely worth trusting.
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