There are countless options to choose from when deciding on the perfect window treatments for your home. You may wonder how you even get started narrowing down your choices. In this blog we’ll focus on helping you determine whether you’d prefer curtains, blinds or perhaps both.
Curtains add style and texture to a room while buffering sound. With endless options from solid colors to patterns you can easily find a curtain that coordinates with the rooms furnishings or stands out as a contrasting element. Curtains offer more stylistic choices when compared to blinds since fabric choice is endless and you can layer curtains or drape them in various ways.
Blinds, never the less can be very decorative, but are typically found in white or solid colors. A more practical choice that puts functionality above style. Blinds are perfect for a modern or minimalist design.
You can also choose to utilize both curtains and blinds for a lovely combination of design & functionality. Installing a valance along with your blinds can really add style as well.
Below we’ll provide you a guide with the pros and cons to get you thinking. No matter which option you go with you can find something wonderful to add beauty and value to your home. We’re here to help with a free consultation so give us a call today!
Blinds
Typical Cost: $43 to $94 per window
Pros
-Less expensive
-Easier to clean
-More light control
-More durable
-Less time to install
Cons
-Fewer design options
-Less energy efficient
-Cords can be problematic
Curtains
Typical Cost: $50 to $250 per window
Pros
-More design possibilities
-Effective at blocking light
-More energy efficient
-Sound Buffer
-Better insulation in winter
-Decreases indoor heat gain in summer
Cons
-More expensive
-Harder to clean
-Harder to install (requires rod)