Looking for the best window treatment options for your home? Here are plenty of ideas for every room to get your search started.
Whenever I see a bare window in a home, I see so much potential to dress it up.
Windows can sometimes be overlooked by home decorators or treated as an afterthought once the rest of the design is finished. For me, if a room doesn't feel complete, it's usually missing window treatments!
With so many window treatment options out there, there's something for every room in the house. From tiny bedroom windows to large, tall living room windows, you can really let your inner designer shine with the right window coverings.
Window Treatment Options for the Kitchen
Roman Shades
Ideal for smaller windows above the counter or sink, roman shades let in plenty of light while making sure the window doesn't look bare.
In my kitchen, I have fabric roman shades hanging above the sink. I love that I can leave them open while I look outside and wash dishes, but I can easily close them at night so no one sees me hunting for a midnight snack.
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Café Curtains
Some people prefer cordless options in the kitchen so they don't accidentally get in the way while cooking or cleaning. Strung along a rod, they can cover part of the window or all of it, depending on how much light and privacy you want. They look especially charming in the kitchen, with a timeless European café feel.
Cafe Curtains for the Kitchen
Cornice Board
A cornice board is a lovely way to add a window treatment with color and texture without actually covering the window. That makes it a great option above a kitchen sink where you don't need any privacy. I made a cornice board window covering for my laundry room to add a pop of pattern, but I keep blinds on the window for privacy when needed.
Faux Wood Blinds
In the kitchen, spills are pretty much guaranteed. From dirty dishwater to soup, you want something that's easy to clean. Faux wood blinds wipe clean effortlessly and keep the kitchen looking fresh.
Types of Window Treatments for the Living Room
Curtains
What would a list of window treatment options be without curtains? They're so versatile and work in almost any room and design style. They come in bold or neutral colors, patterns or solids, tall or short… you name it!
In my current living room, I chose breezy white curtains across the back wall of windows, hung on an extra long curtain rod. They add a soft, cozy texture to the room but don't block too much light, and they still give some privacy at night.
In my old living room (below), I had Moroccan-style fabric curtains that fit my design perfectly. Pro tip: hang your curtains above the window to make it look larger than it is. They instantly draw the eye this way.
Roller Shades
Roller shades are extremely effective at covering big living room windows. They come in different fabric thicknesses, with some filtering light and others blocking it completely.
They're easy to roll down or tuck away when needed. An economical choice, roller shades work wonderfully for the everyday living room.
Panel Tracks
Vertical blinds are no longer the go-to option for sliding doors or picture windows. To cover these large windows, consider panel tracks. A more modern take, they glide back and forth on a track mounted to the wall or ceiling.
Just slide the panel to let the light in!
Another option: If you prefer the look of curtains to panels on a track, try hanging curtains from a ceiling track!
Motorized Shades
Many window treatment options can easily be motorized. You can use smart technology to open and close your windows from the comfort of your couch.
This is also helpful for living rooms (or any room) with extremely high windows you can't easily reach. Motorizing them lets you block out the light at the touch of a button, with a simple voice command, or on a schedule.
Window Treatment Options for the Bedroom
Wooden Shades
In my bedroom, I use bamboo roman shades. I love the natural look and the texture they add to a room. I also believe a bedroom should feel cozy and inviting, and wooden shades certainly deliver that. The roman shade style is also easy to raise and lower, so the light comes in as soon as you're up and at 'em!
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Blackout Shades
We also use blackout shades in our bedroom. If you're a light sleeper and morning sun wakes you up, blackout shades may become your new best friend. Designed to block out light completely, you can add them to your existing window treatment or use them on their own.
They're also wonderfully useful in nurseries or kids' bedrooms for blocking out the sun during mid-afternoon naps. Yes!!!!
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Fixed Shutters
If you want the classic look, consider adding fixed shutters to your bedroom windows. Attached with hinges, you can open them fully for lots of light, or just the slats for filtered light.
They come in wood or plastic, and both provide plenty of privacy and security while you sleep.
Thick Drapes
Curtains work in just about every room. In the bedroom, I recommend a heavier fabric. It blocks light better and insulates the room when it's cold outside. You can also layer a sheer curtain in front of a blackout curtain to get the same effect.
Types of Dining Room Window Coverings
Tall Drapes
For a formal dining room, consider adding extra-tall drapes. Hang them above the window so the fabric runs from floor to ceiling. This creates an elegant, dramatic effect for a dining room used mainly for entertaining.
This stunning example from Stone Gable shows exactly what I mean!
Shoji Panels (or Room Divider Screens)
This one is a bit out of the box for a typical southern home, but if you want a modern yet timeless option, consider shoji panels.
Traditionally used in Japanese decor, they're made of a bamboo or wood frame with rice paper. Light filters through the paper while still providing privacy. They work as room dividers as well as a door or window treatment.
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Sheer Curtains
Some dining rooms double as a transitional space and a place to sit down for dinner. Sheer curtains let in plenty of light throughout the day while still providing a layer of privacy.
Bathroom Window Treatment Options
Cellular Shades
I swear cellular shades were made just for the bathroom. You can adjust them to raise from either the top or the bottom. This lets the top of the window stay uncovered for light while the bottom is covered for privacy.
Made of soft paper or cloth, they also trap air and insulate, which keeps your bathroom warm during the cold season.
Venetian Blinds
Perhaps the most common and affordable blind option, Venetian blinds remain a classic for good reason. You can find them in wood, metal or plastic, in all sorts of colors to match your bathroom design. They may not be the most stylish, but they do the job well for a powder room or en suite bathroom.
I would choose metal or vinyl materials for the bathroom!
Final Thoughts
Although this list sorts window treatment options by room, many of them work in any kind of space, from hallways to the guest bedroom. Which of these options inspires you the most?
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