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Need help with window treatments!

2 years ago

I’m not sure what window treatments to use on this old Craftsman house. Should I use draperies and take them up to ceiling, shades, blinds or shades and draperies? Thanks!!

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  • 2 years ago

    Budget $200, $500, $1000 per window? The two double rods installed now would probably cost about $300 per set, perhaps more, to replace with similar sturdiness and quality.


    Authentic period Craftsman curtains were often quite simple shirred short curtains, occasionally with printed designs. Look online for examples if you would like a period look.

  • 2 years ago

    I'd like to see the whole room, not just one corner. Moving the sofa off the wall a few more inches will make a difference, it is now crowding the window treatment.


    Many people with craftman style homes opt for minimal window treatments, simple blinds or shades that mount within the window trim rather than covering it.

  • 2 years ago

    I added a few pics. It is open to the dining room and I put shades on the windows in there. We just had the floors refinished and am going to redecorate. The big couch is staying for a while even though it doesn’t necessarily go with the period, so I wasn’t sure what window treatments would look good. I have 3 sets of double windows so not over $1000 per set. Thanks!

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    We cannot see the entire room but I suggest you bring the sectional forward away from the walls.

  • 2 years ago

    Added a few more so you can see entire room.

  • 2 years ago

    Added a few more!

  • 2 years ago

    I’m not a window covering expert but I just wanted to say your floors are beautiful! Love the color, what stain color is that?

  • 2 years ago

    Thanks!!! The color is Provincial.

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    I think shirred curtains were often used because they provided privacy without diminishing the light. Natural light in Craftsman homes is often soaked up by the woodwork and the colors used.






  • 2 years ago

    Thank you very much!!! The advice and pictures are so helpful!!

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    Good luck, lisagram, and don't forget to post photos when you are done!

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    I suggest roman shades inside the frames that showcase the windows and make the room feel larger. You can accessorize with a vintage rug, small coffee table, accent pillows, art...


  • 2 years ago

    Oh wow! Thank you! That looks great!!

  • 2 years ago

    Thank you!!!

  • PRO
    2 years ago

    IMO window coverings are not only pretty but function IMO comes first . Do you have sun coming in those windows ? Those floors will not keep the look lng if exposed to UV rays. I like soalr shades to control heat and UV and keep the view I have used them in many different styled rooms. BTW I am not a believer that the inter of a home needs to match the style so often I love the actul parts of the period but I also like modern furnishings . So are you stuck on the period type style of furniture or willing to think outside the box .IMO you lots of space for stack back for nice drapery hung so you can open up the whole window space , I often mix solar shades with drapes if nightime privacy is an issue .I do the solar shades as an inside mount simple roller type