The process of shopping for window treatments can be a little overwhelming. With so many blinds, shades, shutters and other options available, it’s hard to know where to start. Serving the Washington DC area since 1997, our window treatment professionals here at Value Blind & Heirloom Draperies can answer any questions you have. To get you started, take a look at some of the most common questions we get about window treatment basics.
What are “Window Treatments”?
The terms window treatments, window coverings, window fashions, and window dressings pretty much mean the same thing. Sometimes, window coverings can also refer to exterior coverings such as exterior shutters and awnings, but for the most part you can use all these terms interchangeably. Basically, any of these terms mean coverings for the inside of your windows.
What are the Different Window Treatment Types?
Under the broad umbrella of window treatments are several sub-types, including blinds, shutters, shades, sheers, and shadings. Custom drapery and curtains are also types of window treatments. Within each of those window treatment types, there are many varieties with differing qualities.
How Do I Decorate with Window Treatments?
The right window treatments not only complement your decor, but can even be a visual focus or key component of a room. You may have an eye for interior design and know exactly what you’re looking for. Or, you may need some help choosing the type, style, color, and material of your window treatments.
How do Window Treatments Control Light and Privacy?
Each window treatment option controls light differently, and also impacts the privacy you need in a room. For example, blinds offer flexibility in the amount of light blocked and the privacy offered by simply opening and closing the slats. This operation is simple and reliable but tends to offer only light or privacy, not both at the same time. Honeycomb shades, on the other hand, offer privacy while allowing light in.
Window Treatments in Washington DC
Value Blind & Heirloom Draperies is a locally owned business serving the Washington DC metro area and Northern Virginia for 14 years. Visit our Hunter Douglas Gallery showroom in Ashburn and see hundreds of window fashion samples and functional displays of child-safe window treatments. We offer full-service interior design services including color consultation, room layout, and complete lines of blinds, shades, shutters, custom window treatments, custom rugs, wall coverings, bedding, pillows, and furniture. Contact us today!
