Tricky windows need new window treatments
Does anyone have any recommendations for window treatments for this space? I'm thinking either roller shades of some sort and possibly panels on the far right and left side for decoration.
The windows are pretty narrow (27 inches including the molding) so the panes are only 22" and very long (6'). The wall space between the windows is about 7.5". The total length of that window area is about 130".
Not sure if it matters but the wall color is Manchester Tan. I'm thinking of trying to stay close to the wall color to keep the look fairly neutral and flexible for when we change the furniture. Note, we will be changing the furniture and decorating in this room in the next couple of years to something more transitional in style and will be neutral in color. I know a little backwards in order but that is due to some other issues.
Would love to hear some ideas.
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tricky window....need help with WT (pic included)
Comments (9)Suero- yes that's a great idea with the L brackets. I went to JCP today to get ideas and the sales person did not give me any good options. Just that I could do inside mount (side mount only)...but not giving me a good answer if it would be stable or not. It sounds like I can make this work with the suggestion you mentioned. Thanks. les917- I have been considering leaving the window bare...that particular window doesn't really have any privacy issues. Yes I love the light and view also, and know that a shade would block some of it. I guess I feel the kitchen doesn't look complete without a WT there. I'm still deciding. Good Ideas. Thanks so much....See MoreWhat to do about window treatments in this tricky spot?
Comments (5)Thanks so much! I am in the process of re-painting the woodwork around the new windows, and when I'm done, I think I might see about hanging the curtain rod somewhere above and to the side of the woodwork. I think that will really help, but I'm also going to take the suggestion of the wood on the floor. It bugs me that my couch always does this, so I appreciate this suggestion!...See MoreHelp with tricky Master window treatments! long w/Photos
Comments (5)thanks for the responses! ratherbesewing, i like the idea of roman shades, although the word "custom" makes me nervous--that sounds expensive!! would you leave the little windows with nothing over the shades? would that look funny/unbalanced if there are panels on the big window and door? sujafr, i wish i could see a photo of your DD's room with the shutters! i wonder if they'd be room darkening enough? also i wonder how they attach? there is no room to mount them inside. kristinekr, thank you for the bathroom compliments! we LOVE how it turned out! now we have the bug to do the rest of the house. :) I didn't think of the grommets without sheers, because I need *something* behind the curtains when i pull them aside so i don't see the neighbors house (or they don't see me). what would you suggest if not sheers? do you think it would look ok to have panels on the one window and not the others? i don't think i can do an inside mount because there's only 3/4-inch of space for the hardware. i'll have to look into it. THANKS. anne...See MoreWindow Treatments for tricky kitchen and dinette areas
Comments (3)I want to know who designed that wall around the window talk about imbalance you need at least one more of those shelves for sure. I will wait for the other pics to comment on window coverings...See More
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last yearagroark
last yearI'm sorry but I can't take the cornice down yet - too hard to take down/put back up. Behind it, there are 4 sets of sheer covered vertical blinds. All will be coming down when we do the project.
As far as what we need for window coverings, it is mostly decorative and then for some moderate amount of privacy. Sun is not an issue as the windows face north. I wonder if something like this would work but not sure with the windows and space between them being so narrow.
I'm ok with doing only roller shades or roman shades but like the panels to soften things up and makes it a little dressier since this is our living room not family room.
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last yearlast modified: last yearHave you considered custom top down/bottom up shades? They come in a variety of styles, materials and price points. Just showing you this cellular one because you can see how even very skinny ones can be done.
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last yearlast modified: last yearThe idea of the shears is to soften the strong angular element of vertical windows in a row. A soft pattern would also help.
And unlike blinds, if they are thin enought then still provide a view to the outside when closed.
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last yearlast modified: last yearI provided a link...just in case! Here's a customer photo of these exact ones. Ii think they would work.
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