Tips For Combining Window Treatments in Cleveland Homes

For some homeowners in Cleveland, a single window treatment on certain windows might not cut it. Whether you’re trying to achieve a certain look, double down on blocking light and heat, or any of a variety of other reasons, using multiple window treatments has become a common practice.

So which window treatment pairings give your home the most great looks and the most effective window coverage? Let’s break down some of the best pairings for Cleveland homes.

Combining Plantation Shutters with Draperies

The drapes you pair with shutters don’t have to be heavy-duty, highly functional window treatments when paired with shutters, either. Even a thin accent drape to the side of the window can accomplish the same goal, as your shutters give your windows more than enough coverage.

Pairing Shades with Draperies

 

A combination of shades and draperies can give a room a classy look, great for bedrooms and living rooms. The unique appeal of this pairing is based in the contrasting textures you can end up with, especially with cellular shades or roman shades. When you can complement colors but contrast textures, you’re able to make your space feel comfortable and classy at the same time.

Window Treatments with Cornices and Valances

Though not as frequently used as they once were, valances and cornices do still pop up in certain houses, and can fill a great role when paired with the right window covering. Like drapes with shutters, a cornice or valance will typically function as an accent. We recommend using an interesting color up top with a neutral-toned window treatment, like Polywood® plantation shutters or faux-wood blinds. This type of pairing does incredibly well in specific rooms like the kitchen, where you probably want a water-resistant window treatment such as Polywood.

Window Film Works with Any Window Treatment 

A while back, window film was just used to blacken windows, which had a drawback because it could make rooms feel a little lifeless as well as prevent you from seeing a clear view outside. Modern window film lacks these issues, as it can block close to 80% of energy from the sun without clouding your view with a layer of shade.

That makes window film a great complement to other window treatments, as it can easily be affixed to your window glass and drastically increase your window’s r-value. Window film does all this while giving you total freedom in how you want to dress the window, whether you choose honeycomb shades, plantation shutters, or another window treatment.