Window covering choices are often made hurriedly because we don’t like bare windows and we just want to get something up. So we might choose a generic window covering in a color we like without thinking about functionality, style, taste, or the décor of our home.
One mistake, however, is getting so overwhelmed with window covering choices that we don’t put any window coverings up and we just leave the windows bare until we can make a decision. This mistake affects the privacy in your home and it lowers your ability to keep your home comfortable, temperature-wise. Windows are a focal point in each room, and leaving them bare is like having empty picture frames sitting on tables or mantles. With window coverings and a fresh coat of paint, you can completely transform any room into something brand new.
Another common mistake with window coverings is choosing hardware that doesn’t match anything else in the room or won’t work. For example, if lamps and window locks are silver, and you choose brushed chrome curtain rods and hooks, the room will be off, thematically. Additionally, if you choose hardware that is not sturdy enough to accommodate your window coverings or it’s installed incorrectly, you may actually end up causing significant damage to the walls of the room.
To avoid this mistake, make sure your hardware matches the other finishes already in the room (or replace those to match the hardware for your window coverings), and be sure that curtain rods are sturdy enough to bear the weight of the window coverings you are planning to use.
Functionality is another area where mistakes are commonly made with window coverings. There are several things you need to consider before choosing window coverings. One is how much light the window covering should or should not allow into the room. Another is how much privacy you want in the room. A third is whether the window covering is for a window that is designed to be a focal point for your home (bay windows or picture windows, for example) and to enhanced your home’s curb appeal.
Not having window coverings that properly fit each window is another common mistake in choosing window coverings. For examples, curtains and drapes should, optimally, expose the maximum amount of window and no wall when they are opened. If they’re too small, the walls will be exposed; if they’re too big, they will obscure more of the windows.
Curtains and drapes also should not drag the floor. If your window coverings are too long, you’ll need to put the hardware to hold them as far above the window as you can (leave about an inch between your ceiling or crown molding) to ensure they’re not piled up at the bottom on the floor.
Another common window covering mistake is not thinking about the materials. Some window coverings are not safe for small children or pets. Some are very hard to clean. If the window coverings are going to be in the laundry room or bathroom, choosing the wrong type of wood can damage them.
Not considering curb appeal is another common mistake when choosing window coverings. We often don’t think about how things look outside our homes, but window coverings are what add to our home’s appeal on the sidewalk or the street.
For experienced guidance with window covering choices, you can speak with our knowledgeable team at McNeill Palm. You can come to our showroom at 655 Grand Blvd Ste 106D, Miramar Beach, FL 32250, or you can contact us at (850) 613-6228. Visit our website to learn more about our window services. We are committed to helping you address your unique needs, providing you with the ideal solutions for any window-related challenges, ensuring you find the perfect solutions for all your window requirements.