Window covering help

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I cannot seem to get the window covering on this window just right. This is my latest attempt which I don't like at all. Privacy isn't an issue with this window, I just don't know what to do decor wise.

Etoile Aloha · Answer

I like the window film that you can find at Lowe's and Home Depot (maybe other places on the mainland) They can look like etched glass, frosted glass, and even stained glass. We have them on the lower half of the windows in our kitchen. The top half has all the prisms to catch the light. In the morning, our kitchen looks like a discotheque crystal ball, I really like it. The film is really easy to put up, often with just water, and comes down really easily also, just peels off. If your window faces the sun, the sunlight may fade it but we have not had an issue and the film has been up for several years.

Lisa Smith Hallmark · Answer

Try a cute roman shade

Swan Road Designs · Answer

As Lisa Smith Hallmark said, a roman shade might give your window some more character. It could be attached above the window frame just below the existing valance. The pairing of the two might be what you need. The shade could remain in the UP position most of the time. Even though privacy isn't an issue, you might discover times when you would wish to cover the window. For light/heat control in the afternoon, for example.

Lizzy L · Answer

Take the valance off for sure, then either a roman shade or white wood blinds.

Bonnie Lewenza · Answer

The valance is a bit small for the window even though it reaches to both sides there should be a little slack. You can achieve this by adding side panels to it, pull the color from your print it will accent your valance.

LD · Answer

I would do scarf drape over to decorative curtain hold backs. Now make sure to use a sheer or semi sheer fabric to keep it light and airy looking. The fabric color should be on the light side for you have a lot of dark colors going on.

Kt a · Answer

I vote for roman shade...

Linda · Answer

What I have done in the past is buy two valances and split one to add to the ends so that you have enough cloth to 'bunch'. It's a little more tricky with the wavy bottom, but it can be done. OR you could try a different color, picking up whatever accents you have in the room.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

There are very nice pleated roll up shades on the market. go shopping.

T Fowler · Answer

Could do plantation shutters or roman shade😊

Sandy Payne · Answer

hang rod higher, and add another valance for more fullness

Katrina Warren · Answer

I would definitely hang the rod as high as possible, it will give the appearance of a larger window.

Cynthia H · Answer

I think everyone gave you good pointers about raising the rod and added fullness. Personally, I'm not crazy about valances. The only ones I have in my house are in the playroom, layered over cellular blinds. I have cellular blinds in almost every room now - they filter light, give privacy and are rather elegant looking, too. Since privacy isn't an issue, try it bare for a few days and get a feeling for what you want to do with it. I think the only thing I see wrong with what you have now, is the proportions seem off. So if you want the valance, go for more height and fullness (I like the rule of thumb that a drape or valance should be twice the size of the window it covers).

Ltt834476 · Answer

I personally would use the same material, but make it a full drape. Valance is good for a window over the sink in a kitchen. In this case, the window is part of the dining room. Pretty material!

Connie · Answer

How about using a cornice board with a decorative design? You can also display a neat item on top or a small plant with a trailing vine.

Happyfeet · Answer

I'd suggest hanging a decorative rod up high to create the illusion of a bigger window then maybe add 2 floor length panels, one on each side of the window then I'd add a bamboo shade.

Sharon · Answer

How about a fabric tie-up shade.... https://www.brylanehome.com/b/window/kitchen-curtains/

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