Narrowing Your Window Treatment Selections
Sometimes when people buy window treatments, they rush into the decision just to get it over with. But that can end in disappointment. At Altra Home Décor serving the greater Phoenix area, our trained consultants will be happy to help you take the time to decide exactly which treatments will be right for you. In the meantime, put some thoughts together on the following points to start narrowing the choices.
- Where do you want your eye to go? If you want it to be the window, add color and texture there in your treatment. Keep in mind, though, that if you have a lot of accessories you’d rather your eye were drawn to, you’ll probably want to go more neutral colors and soft textures to avoid competition.
- Do you need a vertical or horizontal treatment? Remember that vertical products can’t totally disappear; they can go to one side or to both sides of the window. For many people who have pets and children, vertical is not a good option. Horizontal products can be raised, stacked on the window, or hidden under a valance. If you prefer a horizontal blind or shade for sliding glass door, two window treatments could be mounted on one track. This allows the ability to have one shade down and the other up for easy access.
- How do you want the window treatment to control light? People who are sensitive to light might prefer diffused light, which is a soft, indirect light. A few products that offer diffused light are Duette® Honeycomb Shades, Silhouette® Window Shadings, and Luminette® Privacy Sheers. A brighter way to get light into a room is through deflected light. Deflected light can be harsh and hard on the aging eye. It can be softened by the use of draperies. A few products that offer deflected light are Provenance® Woven Wood Blinds and shutters.
Understanding your thinking about these three questions can help you narrow down the selection of window treatments, which can save you time and allow your window treatment specialist to better serve you. Remember, the process for shopping for window treatments should be fun. And in the end, you should be able to find the perfect window treatment that not only finish your room beautifully but offer the functionality you need as well.
Finding Window Treatments in Phoenix & Peoria AZ Areas
Altra Home Decor is your source for window treatments, custom drapery, flooring, and more! We serve the greater Phoenix area, including Peoria, Sun City West, Glendale, and Scottsdale, with a showroom in Surprise. Stop by our locally owned store to view our full-size window treatment displays and sample books. Contact us today to schedule an in-home design consultation!
