Tips For Combining Window Treatments in Houston Homes

For some homeowners in Houston, a single window treatment on certain windows might not be enough. Whether you’re trying to achieve a specific look, improve energy efficiency, or any of a variety of other reasons, using multiple window treatments has become fairly commonplace.

So what are the window treatment pairings that work best to give your home great looks and top-notch window coverage? Let’s take a look at some of the best pairings for Houston homes.

Using Plantation Shutters with Draperies

Those draperies don’t have to be heavy, highly functional window coverings when combined with shutters, either. Even a thin accent drape to the side of the window can fulfill the same purpose, as the plantation shutters give your windows more than sufficient coverage.

Putting Shades and Draperies Together

 

A combination of shades and draperies can imbue your space with a classy look, ideal for living rooms or bedrooms. What gives this combination such a unique appeal is based in the differing textures you can end up with, specifically with cellular shades or roman shades. When you match colors but contrast textures, you’re able to make that space feel cozy and classy at the same time.

Window Treatments with Cornices and Valances

Although they’re not as frequently used as they once were, valances and cornices are still used in some spaces, and can fill a niche when paired with the right window covering. Like drapes do when paired with shutters, a valance or cornice will usually be your accent piece. We suggest utilizing an interesting color above with a solid neutral window treatment, like Polywood® plantation shutters or faux-wood blinds. This type of combo works incredibly well in specialty rooms like the kitchen, where you probably want a water-resistant window treatment such as Polywood.

Window Film Works with Any Window Treatment 

Back when it was first introduced, window film was just used to darken windows, which was tricky as it could make rooms feel a little dull and prevent you from getting a clear outside view. Modern window film has solved these issues, as it can block nearly 80% of solar energy without impeding your view with a layer of tint.

That makes window film a great complement to any window treatment, as it can easily be affixed to your window glass and drastically improve your window’s heat-blocking ability. Window film can do all this while allowing you total freedom in how you want to dress your window, whether it’s roman shades, plantation shutters, or a different window treatment.