How to Avoid Common Window Treatment Problems




Window treatments

come in a variety of styles, from blinds to shades to drapery. Matching the right style with a given room can dramatically transform the space, allowing for light control, reduced energy costs and increased privacy.

However, since there are so many products and options to choose from on the market, you're bound to run into some issues when you're trying to match a window treatment to a room in your home. Here are some of the biggest headaches as provided by Select Blinds Canada that people often face when shopping for window treatments.

So many options

Right off the bat, choosing the right kind of window dressing for a room is a problem in itself, mainly due to the variety of choices a consumer is typically presented with.

Should you focus on functionality, durability, aesthetics, motorization, etc.? The answer is often not that simple, but you can't go wrong if you follow one rule of thumb: prioritize your needs.

If you identify the main thing the window covering needs to achieve for the room, you'll save yourself tons of potential problems down the road. Does the room need more privacy, insulation, or does it need a splash of colour or natural textures? Do you want to operate the blinds remotely?

Asking the right questions already eliminates common window treatment problems like lack of privacy, wrong materials for the room (natural vs. artificial) and so on.

Issues with mounting window treatments

One of the biggest factors affecting the look of window treatments in their mount type. Two of the most typical mount types are inside and outside mounts. Inside mount refers to window treatments that fit inside the window. This of course requires a window with some depth to it. Outside mounts are installed outside the window, normally on the wall just above the window itself.

Inside mounts are often more desirable since they provide a cleaner look. However, if privacy is a concern, an outside mount will be able to cover the window better than an inside mount.

If you have odd sized windows, custom window treatments are the key. Oftentimes your window treatment options will be dictated by the features of the window itself. Large windows, for example, will be better served by rigid and durable wood blinds that resist bowing and buckling.

Cleaning and maintenance

Another major factor in determining the right window treatment for a room is maintenance. Cleaning window treatments can be a pain. You want to choose materials that will resist damage from their environment as much as possible.

For example, blinds in splash zones like kitchens and bathrooms should be made of vinyl. This will make them a lot easier to clean and maintain.

Faux wood blinds can add a natural look to any room while being more resistant to moisture and sunlight damage. They are also easier to clean and maintain than real wood blinds.

In the end, you can save yourself a lot of headaches down the road by getting the right window treatments in the first place.