It is true that window treatments create the first impression for your home. And if you are lucky to have tall two story windows they will make your home beautiful.
Below are some tips of what worked for us for many projects for the two story window treatments:
- Size matters. For tall and narrow windows, try to make them look wider by extending beyond the windows onto the wall. For example, in the picture above the draperies were extended onto the wall on both sides to make them look wider.
- Shape them up. This is something that you can play with. For example, for four small windows, we pretended that we only had two long ones. Also, think about the shapes of the room and what would complement it. Is it too boxy and you want a softer look? Do you want to frame the view?
- Fabric and Trim. Choose solid color fabrics with a brighter trim. Or use a color pattern with solid trim. Use softer to touch fabrics for draping. They do not need to cost a fortune. Cut the cost by using faux silk. If you want your draperies to really drape, stay away from linens.
- Lining and interlining. Unless you are going for sheers, your draperie should be lined. Interlining is another layer of special fabric between the main fabric and the lining. Most professional designers prefer interlined draperies because they look richer and fold better. It is just like wearing a structured gown, it looks richer and fits better lined. After all, fashion and home furnishings are somewhat parts of the same thing.
- Select the right workroom. Workmanship is very important. If you are not making the drapes yourself, consider hiring a good, reliable workroom. When you do, ask if you could see their work, references by other customers and the time frame for the completion.
- Select the right installer. The installer is your best friend after the process is over. The installer should be the one measuring for you even before you order the fabric. Measuring is very important, and unless you are in this business, you will not know all the details and make expensive mistakes.
Please post your questions here below. I’ll be happy to help you!
Xo,
Marina
Wow great ideas! It gives elegant look to large size windows.
Grasping the ideas from this blog; I can suggest them to friends who have difficulties designing a huge window. How you handle your windows well to embrace elegance is hard to do, but the ideas lifted in this blog will surely ease the problem in handling them.
Oh! This is just… the right time. I am currently looking for ways to make my high ceilings more of … making it into an advantage rather than disadvantage. Thanks for these amazing tips. You see I have been browsing and surfing for ideas and by far this is what I liked most. Now, I know how to choose the right draperies.
Your insight that not all expensive fabrics are the best, very true indeed! Believe me, I have tried a few (it really ripped off my wallet) but still, I am not satisfied with the outcome.
good luck with your project and let me know if you need help or have questions. Thank you for your comment.
This is a great take on choosing the right draperies for your home. Most of the times, choosing the perfect drapery can be confusing that I, myself would end up choosing a wrong one. After reading your tips, I now have the idea of how I can choose the best draperies to open up and give a wider space for my home. Thanks for these wonderful ideas!
These tips are really great! Never imagined things like that before. And I must agree that not all expensive fabrics are good to look at. Before, I really loved buying expensive fabrics to be used at home. I was just thinking that it would look good but then later I realized that it wasn’t good to look at or classy as I’ve expected it to be. But this blog is really an eye opener to all housewives.
I am glad this was somewhat helpful. thank you for your comment.
This is a nice guide, I have just moved into a new place with tall windows and I think I will use some of your tips. Thank you!
Wow 20ft windows…I wish
I have ‘regular’ size windows and still have a hard time dressing them.
Then again I rent, so I’m not into getting into decorating here but you gave me some valuable info for when I move to a house.
Most of us rent even when we buy. The whole life is for rent, so enjoy your windows and any time you need a tip, let me know. thanks for the comment
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