Small master bedroom: window coverings

11 years ago

Dilemma:window above bed needs black out window covering that does not go behind bed (i.e. Short, there's no room to slide anything behind headboard - room is too short).
I was thinking white full length drapes for both windows before I realized it won't work behind the bed.
Would it be silly to have "short" drapes over bed (from ceiling to window sill) and long drapes on side window. Was hoping to not cut the room in half with short drapes. But I'm not sure what my options are given that we are having new windows installed as well and would like the window coverings to function with the opening of the window. The window above the bed will be a horizontal slider. The side window will be a casement style.
Any thoughts greatly appreciated. Thank you.

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Judy Mishkin
11 years ago
i'd not put drapes behind the bed. you could do a roman shade with both windows, and put panels and the side window only.

BUT if you want privacy when the window is open, nothing beats a dumb ole' mini blind.
linlac
11 years ago
I would use blinds or shades for blackout purposes. Layer with panels that don't go behind the bed. Hang the panels at the window frame to the end of the night stands. This makes a pretty backdrop for your nightstands and lamps.
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emcbryan
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11 years ago
Thank you
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11 years ago
I would rather prefer panels from each side of the windows...from ceiling to floor and shades for privacy.
clarkjeanenne Clark
11 years ago
Honeycomb shades were the answer for me! They come in various darkness applications too. They look very "finished" with the fabric choices for the interior. Then I'd just finish off the edges with something soft to dress up the window - drapey and slung over the top and maybe draped halfway down the sides to frame. (Sorry I'm so late to the conversation!)