Window treatment
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Janet Pizaro on Sep 01, 2015not exactly sure what you are asking. You might want to repost what you are trying to get at. Window couch or both.Helpful Reply
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Z on Sep 01, 2015Are the photos still placed on either side of the window? If not, I'd suggest curtain panels on either side to dress up the window.Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Sep 01, 2015curtain panels are outdated.Helpful Reply
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Lori on Sep 01, 2015I suggest a frosted peel and stick film. There are many options to choose from now, it's not the old Mac Tac anymore.Helpful Reply
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Marion Nesbitt on Sep 02, 2015There used to be a film that allowed you to see out normally, but nobody could see in. Do not agree that curtain panels are outdated. Personally, I would extend the window frame downward to make the window look longer.Helpful Reply
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Dee Maxwell on Sep 02, 2015Alot of what would be recommended would be how the room is decorated now. Right now it looks pretty traditional. Are you going for shabby chic? Modernizing? Also are you wanting to just light in, but not heat? Or trying to keep cold out?Helpful Reply
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Barb on Sep 02, 2015I prefer natural wood but in this case I would paint the shutters to match the trim around them. It will help them blend in and the louvers will bounce more light.Helpful Reply
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Kim C on Sep 02, 2015If you must keep the shutters I would line the backs with a darker colored fabric. If it was my window I would remove the shutters and put a barn door type slide over it that allows you to close it off when you want to block the light.Helpful Reply
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Bonnie Hoffart on Sep 02, 2015I would definitely paint the shutters white to match the trim. That would lit ben the room up considerably.Helpful Reply
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Janet Pizaro on Sep 02, 2015There are shades that so allow light to come in,Check your local home improvement stores.Helpful Reply
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Robbie Horn on Sep 02, 2015I have the same problem. For the summer use only. I bought a roll of screen material at Lowe's that blocks the sun's heat. I put it up on the outside when it starts getting hot and take it down when Fall arrives. It is a lot less expensive than those ready made shades and shade cloth.Helpful Reply
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Kathy Lovenburg on Sep 02, 2015What about white mini blinds? There are some great vinyl or wood painted white, in wider slats...like 2-3" wide. It would dress up the window, look bright, and can adjust the blinds for more or less light.Helpful Reply
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Robbie Horn on Sep 03, 2015Build an outdoor privacy screen. Go to Pinterest for lots of great ideas. Also search solar screen. Put it on the outside of your windows.Helpful Reply
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Gilbert on Sep 05, 2015It appears you have some space between the window and the fence. I would suggest you construct a trellis type structure and plant some climbing plant that will give you some privacy. You can then open your shutters and get some sunlight in. Don't become a prisoner because of a poor view. Improve the view. Depending where you live, a bouganvillia or climbing rose or even wisteria would look lovely. But vertical type trees would work also. But don't shutter yourself up!Helpful Reply
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Emily on Sep 07, 2015Hi Gilbert, Our problem is not only the poor view it is the quality of the light. It is very harsh. I love trellis. We have a screened porch covered in it and a trellis hanging over the d.r. windows (seen above) I would like to do something with trellis over this window and we have both wisteria and Boston ivy growing. Bouganvillia, would be a dream in Maine! Thanks for your suggestion!Helpful Reply
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