Windows for a new build
cenhio
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Window treatments - new build?
Comments (7)No apologies necessary. MN = cold winters, and white/grey paints = cool palette Modern contemporary style dictates clean lines, simple not fussy WT. Right now I'm seeing a lot of panels over blinds (I'm trying to figure out my own windows right now, so I've been doing a lot of looking). The panels add visual warmth to the room, while the blinds provide privacy. [Contemporary Bedroom[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-bedroom-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_715~s_2103) by Park City Architects & Designers Bridgwater Consulting Group I'd suggest inside mounted blinds of some type and solid panels on the sides to soften the look a bit. Blinds alone, inside mount will tend to look cold and austere, not the best for a MN winter. The type of blinds you choose are going to be a personal choice dictated by budget and personal preference. Spend some time on Houzz, using search parameters such as "blinds+contemporary" or "Drapery Panels+Blinds+contemporary" [Eclectic Living Room[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/eclectic-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2104) by Los Angeles Interior Designers & Decorators Elizabeth Gordon After you look at enough photos you'll have a really good idea of what you like and what you don't. [Contemporary Living Room[(https://www.houzz.com/photos/contemporary-living-room-ideas-phbr1-bp~t_718~s_2103) by Chicago Interior Designers & Decorators Chelle Design Group...See MoreAnderson 200 considered an upgraded window for a new build?
Comments (6)We went through the same thought process. Our builder is using 200 series for double hung and the 400 series for the casement windows in our kitchen and master bath. We went to the showroom and asked a bunch of questions about the differences between the double hung 200 vs 400s. We could not determine much of a difference except that the 400s are more energy efficient and have more options (as far as mullions and sizes) available. My DH is very detail oriented and could not tell much of a difference from just looking at them. Our build is in the 575K range. But so much of the cost depends on where you live. We decided it was not worth spending more to upgrade to the 400 series. Hope this helps....See MoreWindow treatments - new build
Comments (3)If possible - be sure your builder is leaving room on either side of the window for drapery treatments. Also, make sure the windows/trim is deep enough for inside mount blinds/shutters etc. I would also watch length so that you can buy standard drapes, 84, 95, 108 lengths. I suggest this because I wasn't watchful and almost all my windows need custom treatments! Even my bedroom windows are a PITA. I can't use 95 and 108 is waaay too long, so if I buy ready mades I have to pay to get them hemmed! I have faux blinds in my last house and never had a problem, also have faux shutters in my new house and they are fine. I did go with a reputable company - so they are nice quality even though they are faux. Faux may even hold up better due to the coatings they put on them....See MoreSliding door window treatment for new build
Comments (5)I have verticals and they are extremely practical. The only downside is when closed, they present usually a bland wall of color. What I love about them is when they are open they take up so little wall space. Mine are mostly open when I am awake and closed during the night when I can't see them anyway. What makes them most dated I think is the mounting hardware--the track and what covers it. Lots of ways to update that. Verticals are so easy to deal with and update with new blinds if some get damaged or you want a new color. That said, I'm thinking about covering my dining room sliders with roll up bamboo blinds. They also get out of the way easily, they roll UP instead of next to the doors so take up space in a different location. The only reason I'm ditching my verticals in the dining room is we eat in there in the winter and entertain and at night we like the slider windows covered over. The windows are a big black hole on one whole wall otherwise. With the verticals closed they are a big wall of blah blue which is the color of my current blinds. So am looking for something that looks nice when closed. Really updated patterns for verticals nowdays are hard to come by. I looked. My dining room is small so the sliders take up almost one whole side of the room....See More
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