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Any home will benefit from a
great-looking bedroom window treatment. It doesn’t only
add to the aesthetics, it also helps create the proper
ambience. Using just a little bit of inspiration and some
thought, you can create a whole new look for your bedroom
window. So whether you’re using blinds, curtains or
shutters, here are some ideas you can use to create a
picture-perfect window:
Consider what you need
Your bedroom window is a very important part of your home.
It lets in light and it also provides you with the
necessary privacy. Consider these two factors when
choosing your window treatment.
Do you want lots of light in your bedroom or do you prefer
a semi-dim look that lets you rest and relax more? Is
privacy a concern? Will you be seen outside on the street
or is your bedroom window the kind that lets you allow
full view without worrying about being seen by strangers?
Think about these considerations before you choose your
window treatment.
Consider your bedroom window size
If you have small windows, don’t dwarf them with large or
horizontal prints. Use light shades or pastel colors to
create more space – dark colors tend to make things look
smaller. If the window is too narrow, use light-colored
curtains or panels tied back to the sides. This effect
helps bring the vision outward, making the window look
wider than it truly is. No matter how unattractive a bare
bedroom window is, you can make it look terrific by
playing on lines and colors effectively.
Use color
Color shouldn’t scare you away from the prospect of
creating an effective bedroom window treatment. It’s okay
to play it safe, but it will keep you from exploring the
different possibilities you can use. Mix one neutral color
with another one or if you’re unsure, there’s a
kindergarten tool you can use – the color wheel.
Choose a color you like and then refer to the color wheel
for another one. If you want another color that is close
to the color of your choice, refer to the colors next to
your choice. If you want a terrific-looking contrast, use
the complementary color located on the opposite side of
the color wheel.
Coordinate
Does your room have a focal point or a common accent? Why
not use that as a basis for your choice of window
treatment for your bedroom? If you have floral pillows and
wall stencils, for example, why not use the same prints
for your window treatments? Repetition works well in
bedrooms and creates a cozy look.
Texture
Texture adds character to any room and will help you
create a great-looking window treatment for your bedroom
windows. You don’t have to stick to cotton fabrics at all.
There are lots of fabrics you can choose from for a
perfect bedroom window treatment. Combine sheer fabric in
a solid color with a silk fabric in deeper or
complementary shade, for example. Or mix a single-color
panel with a printed fabric.
Do it one step at a time
If you’re new to bedroom window treatments, don’t try to
go for the most elaborate and expensive designs – at
least, not yet. Creating a terrific bedroom window
treatment should be a process and you don’t have to finish
it right away. Instead, aim for comfort, style and
function. Make your bedroom window treatment your very
own, something you love and are comfortable in. |
