Ivory curtains, brass curtain rods and gorgeous bamboo shades are the perfect window treatments for this primary bedroom retreat!
I'm so excited to share the progress we've made on the primary bedroom makeover. I hadn't planned to show anything from this room until later, but it's already coming together and I couldn't wait to show you!
Thankfully, we said goodbye to the pistachio-colored walls shortly after we moved in. And I'm here to tell you that paint colors make alllll the difference. Let me say it again for those in the back: PAINT COLORS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE!
Here are the original pistachio green walls, in case you forgot.
I had planned to keep the walls green until we saved up to gut the primary bathroom and remove the columns in the bedroom. But my friend convinced me they needed to be painted now, in phase 1. She was SO right.
I used Revere Pewter in our old house, so I knew I would love it here too. It's a color that works well with both cool and warm tones, and I love that!
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Window Treatments in the Primary Bedroom
But I didn't want to share just the paint today, I want to show you all of the window treatments.
Brass Curtain Rods | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat
I actually bought the first pair of curtains for this room when we first moved in. The wood blinds (that came with the house) weren't doing much to keep the bright morning sun out of our eyes. It. Was. Brutal.
The light-filled room is beautiful during the day, but not so much when I'm trying to sleep in on a Saturday morning.
So I ordered some blackout curtains to help. But all along, I knew I wanted the bamboo shades and ivory curtains on the windows next to our bed.
Actually, one of the TOP things I had my heart set on when we were looking for a new home was having two windows flanking the bed in the primary bedroom. I loved the look of a king-sized bed between two windows, with bamboo shades and a curtain hanging on the outside of the windows. So dreamy...
Brass Curtain Rods | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat
And I'm so thrilled with how it turned out. After I finished the first window, I stepped back and squealed with delight. It was exactly what I'd pictured in my head for years.
Blackout Bamboo Shades
I had to wait a little while for my beloved bamboo shades to arrive, but when they did, they were so worth it! I love that they have a blackout liner, so they REALLY keep the sun out (and the neighbor's garage lights that shine into our windows at night).
Curtain Rods | Curtain Rings | Simple Finial | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat | Ivory Quilt
Let's talk about the bamboo shades for a sec. We have the Designer Series Woven Wood Shades in Jute Wheat. I couldn't love them more if I tried! We had them in the kitchen and living room in our last home and loved them, so I knew I wanted to buy them again.
Note: Sadly, the jute wheat bamboo is no longer sold.
And if you're struggling to choose what kind of bamboo shades to order, I have a whole post for you: Everything You Need to Know to Choose the Best Bamboo Shades.
This time, though, instead of the cordless option on my shades, I chose the continuous cord loop! Since the window goes down below our nightstands, I wanted an easy way to raise and lower them without moving the nightstands. I love how the loop is hidden behind the curtains: out of sight, but easy to reach!
Bamboo Shades on the French Doors in our Sitting Room
We also added bamboo shades (with privacy liners) to the French doors that lead out to the patio from our bedroom sitting room.
The blinds that came with the house were cheap and very see-through. It was OK since our backyard is completely private, but it still felt weird to have a see-through window in our bedroom, if you know what I mean.
And see how they weren't made to fit the space?? They were too wide for the doors, and their cords dragged the ground when they were pulled up. I hate them! I'm so glad I replaced them with custom bamboo shades with privacy liners, so we don't have to worry about anyone looking in.
Curtain Rods | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat | Rug
Our new shades have the cordless option, so we just pull a ring at the bottom of the shade and they lift right up! Super easy, kid-safe, and no messy strings!
Linen Curtains and Brass Curtain Rods
I decided to buy nicer curtains and curtain rods for our bedroom, since they're classic and we'll keep them for a long time!
I've been eyeing these brass curtain rods for years, because I love the pretty profile on the sides. They're just gorgeous!
Curtain Rods | Curtain Rings | Simple Finial | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat
I tried to piece together cheaper curtain rods and rings, but I couldn't find any that matched and that I loved. I found a cheaper set for my office, but they don't quite match. I wanted something a little more upscale in our bedroom. So worth it!!
Curtain Rods | Curtain Rings | Simple Finial | Ivory Curtains | Bamboo Shades in Jute Wheat | Rug | Clock | Night Stands (DIY) | Ivory Quilt
The curtains are a linen/cotton blend, and they hang so nicely. It took me a minute to figure out how high to hang them, because they stretch out as they hang. And I didn't want them to drag on the floor.
I found that screwing the top screw of the curtain rod in at 99″ was the perfect height for my 96″ curtains to hang and almost reach the floor, but not puddle.
One pair of curtains "grew" a bit more than the others in our sitting area. I think I'll call the company and see if they'll replace them, since they're so much longer than the rest, and they're all supposed to be the same length. Eventually I'll have furniture in front of them, so I'm not sure it matters. But I'm going to call and see.
But four of my six panels are the perfect length, and I love the look!
I also love that they cover the transom windows at night to keep the room dark! Then during the day we pull them open to get the best views and let in all the light!
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THE RIGHT WAY TO HANG CURTAINS AND MAKE YOUR ROOM LOOK LARGER
I always take any chance I get to share where to hang curtains so your room looks its best.
As you can see in the diagram above, the "high and wide" rule for hanging curtains makes your room and window look larger.
A good rule of thumb is to hang your curtains 4-6″ above the window frame and 3-6″ beyond the sides of the window.
And pay attention to the length of the curtains before you hang them. If you'll be opening and closing them often, leave 1/4-1/2 inch between the bottom of the drapes and the floor. If you're leaving them in place and want an upscale vibe, leave 4-6 inches puddled on the floor.
I shared more information at the end of this post: Where to Buy Cheap Curtains post (click here).
What's Next?
Now the plan is to buy some new furniture for the space! I explained the whole design vision for the room in my Primary Bedroom Retreat Design Board.
I'm hoping our bed and nightstand go on major sale soon, so I can snag them at a good price. The loveseat I want for the sitting room is sold out right now, so I'm waiting for it to come back in stock.
For now, though, I'm loving this whole look, and we're enjoying the darker mornings with all of the window treatments in place!
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