CURTAINS AND WINDOW TREATMENTS STYLE OPTIONS THAT SUIT ANY ROOM

Nothing defines the style of your room like a tastefully done custom curtains and window treatments. Custom in this case means the do it yourself type. It's as easy as seeing a magazine photo or observing a display at your favorite home store as well as buying the materials and creating your own custom design.

As you view your indoor surroundings, your choice of custom window treatments are a result of the view you want to see. Nearly any style will do as long as it pleases you. So frame your view so that it matches your decorating scheme and provides the atmosphere you most desire when relaxing at home.

Furthermore, if you are attempting a do-it-yourself project, you will want to make sure you have measured all your windows to ensure the curtains fit properly. If you are going to outfit another room such as the water closet then your bathroom curtains and window treatments would require the right type of materials to hold up to the moister conditions.

Your decorating may even extend to the dining area to include kitchen window treatments where your concern again would be mainly for fabric choices. The material you choose needs to be able to withstand grease splatters, differing heat conditions and moisture.

Another thing to think about is how much privacy you require when choosing your curtains and window treatments. Full coverings need to be hung differently than sheers with valances or other more stylish designs. Different materials also need to be considered.

Windows facing east usually receive quite a bit of sun exposure, so you may want to consider installing black out curtains at those windows. For a more formal look, heavier fabrics in velvet or brocade are a great choice. If your design style has more of a casual bent then your fabric choices would lend itself to lighter color choices and light weight material. By adding decorative touches such as valances you can also add a different element to the overall look of your room.

Another great idea is to layer different textures and fabrics such as overlaying deep colors over light which adds a striking contrast and gives the room an art decor feel. Even layering sheer material like voile under the drapery of your curtains is another way to add an extra dimension to the design.

Curtains and window treatments provide us with a feeling of security and privacy when used properly and in the correct combination. An investment in curtains is more than a necessity; they are part of who we are and what we become when all around us reflects our inner most desire for privacy.