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Window Treatment Ideas

By Ben Mester

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Published: 12Oct2010
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In my quest to research design ideas for remodeling a home, I've been surfing the web looking for cool window treatment ideas and have found some really awesome designs and concepts. In this article, we'll not only discuss some window treatment ideas, but also the reason why any homeowner should seriously consider coming up with some window treatment ideas for their own personal space. I've also been doing a lot of research into window valances and ideas as well, because in my mind, no window treatment is complete without an accompanying window valance.

Though I myself have never gotten into sewing or knitting, I've always been intrigued by patterns. Being a lover of architecture and building, I can appreciate the skill and precision that goes into following a complex pattern. The cool thing about building a window treatment from scratch is that you can configure it to fit any size, shape and style. By using a pattern, or by designing your own window treatment pattern, you have complete freedom to decorate to the exact size of the space.

Another great thing about designing your own window treatment is that you can make them out of different colors of fabric. Window treatments seem to follow fairly closely with the standard 2/3 1/3 rule, where two thirds of the treatment is made from the main color, and one third of the treatment is made from the accentuating color. Both examples to the right each have a main color and an accentuating color which sharpens the room an extra touch of vibrance. If you're looking for great window treatment ideas, that's the best and simplest tip I can give you. Try creating a model where two thirds or so of the window treatment is your main color, and one third or so of the the window treatment is a more striking accentuating color. I think you'll be very happy with what you come up with.

I've recently entered the new world of looking to buy a fixer-uper condo. Once I seriously began to consider the idea, my mind began to overflow with the possibilities of what could be done to enhance a personal space. No one can argue that natural light, when accentuated in the right way, provides nothing but beauty to an interior space. On the other hand, sometimes the absence of light can be accentuated more beautifully that an abundance of light. Just as some window treatments beautifully accentuate natural warm light, so also other window treatment ideas accentuate the absence of light with strong, deep reds and golden browns. In my opinion, nothing enhances an interior space better than the right accentuation of light and windows. This is a cheap way to not only beautify a home, but to increase the value of it as well.

In the current economy where many homes up for sale go months and months before finally being sold, anything a homeowner can do to set themselves apart from the crowd is a good idea. Nothing gives an interior space a beautiful look than a nice accentuation of lights and colors.

I hope you enjoyed reading some of my window treatment ideas. For more about home improvement and home decoration, check out my other article about artificial fireplaces.

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