Window treatments for awkward, over-the-bed transom window
Maybe you can help me, I have a large window over the bed in our master bedroom that I need some help with (photo is attached). There are a few issues; the eyebrow/transom window over the top that makes it difficult to figure out how to cover it, the sconces on the sides and the fact that it almost serves as a headboard for our bed make drapes not an option. It faces east and is very bright in the morning so we need something that darkens the room for sleeping. There is a side window to the left and a door to a balcony on the right and I’m looking for a cohesive look for all three. And lastly, style-wise, I would like a more modern/contemporary look.
Any ideas would be appreciated!
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4 years agoI would not spend the money to get customized Roman blinds for that window unless you really like the shape of the window and want to highlight it.
Just get regular blinds and have them mounted on a board at the top of the window to compensate for the thickness of the trim. It will obscure the shape on the top, but will give you good light control.
Hampshire House · More InfoYou could get a pretty print.
Family Living - South Downs Sussex · More InfoYou could do the same with Venetian blinds. I like Venetian blinds for the bedroom, because you can open the slats to get in light and people can't see into your room, whereas a Roman shade has to be opened wide to get in light.
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One last thought. I have never had a headboard for my bed. But I have had a quilt hung on the wall over my bed for years. (It is a piece of art.) I've never had a problem. So if you allow a couple of inches between the wall the the curtains, it might work for you.carikemph thanked houssaon
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Interior solid panel shutters over the window. Obviously,, these are much larger than your window, but you can imagine it in a smaller scale, This could be a DIY project... Use tongue & groove boards (Lowes- Home Depot)...
Or raised panel shutters -cabinet maker doors?
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