Asked on Sep 01, 2015
Window treatment
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Emily
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This window is large and high. It faces west and so gets bright sun in the afternoon. The view is of the house next door and is not attractive. I currently have a floral film treatment on the glass and under the shutters. I need light but hate the currant treatment. the shutters will stay. Room is not decorated like this now. But new sofa under window.
15 answers
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not exactly sure what you are asking. You might want to repost what you are trying to get at. Window couch or both.
Janet Pizaro
on Sep 01, 2015
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Are 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.
Z
on Sep 01, 2015
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curtain panels are outdated.
Janet Pizaro
on Sep 01, 2015
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I suggest a frosted peel and stick film. There are many options to choose from now, it's not the old Mac Tac anymore.
Lori
on Sep 01, 2015
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There 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 Do not agree that curtain panels are outdated.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.
Marion Nesbitt
on Sep 02, 2015
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Alot 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?
Dee Maxwell
on Sep 02, 2015
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I 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.
Barb
on Sep 02, 2015
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If 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.
Kim C
on Sep 02, 2015
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I would definitely paint the shutters white to match the trim. That would lit ben the room up considerably.
Bonnie Hoffart
on Sep 02, 2015
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There are shades that so allow light to come in,Check your local home improvement stores.
Janet Pizaro
on Sep 02, 2015
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I 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.
Robbie Horn
on Sep 02, 2015
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What 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.
Kathy Lovenburg
on Sep 02, 2015
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Build an outdoor privacy screen. Go to Pinterest for lots of great ideas. Also search solar screen. Put it on the outside of your windows.
Robbie Horn
on Sep 03, 2015
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It 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!
Gilbert
on Sep 05, 2015
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Hi 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!
Emily
on Sep 07, 2015
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