Homeowner Tips: Think of Windows when You Build Your Home

With all there is to consider when designing your home, many will overlook their window treatments. Here you will find ways to avoid the common pitfalls involved and help you save some money as well.

When you are using decorative casing such as shutters and 2 inch plantation size wooden blinds, you should always make sure that you have at least 2 ½ ". If you have a double or triple window encased within the window opening, you may want to use vertical trim strips between each window. Be sure to include this when you are measuring depth. It is less common to decorate sliding doors, but if you do, make sure to include the handle when you are measuring. The depth is usually 4".

There are several different styles of window treatments in which to choose. These include, circular, arched, eyebrow arched, or angels. Any of these choices are beautiful, but can be very restrictive this is especially true when it comes to working with eyebrow ¼ arches.

If you are planning to have French doors in your home there are a few things to consider. The doors normally swing open into the home, which in return, could cause problems with the valances you choose. Consider using a valance, which is mounted to the door allowing the doors to swing outward. If you are thinking of using shades, blinds, or shutters, do not forget to consider the handles as well as the locks.

It is important to remember when thinking about possible window treatments to remember window placement as well. If you have chair rails or baseboards going around the opening of a window this could create a problem with the hanging of draperies.

When considering the hanging of drapes, you should make sure you have the same amount of space on each window. Centering the window whenever possible is a good idea.

When you are designing the placement of your windows, make sure that you are leaving at least 2" at the top of the window to accommodate bracket placement. When installing wood headers make sure that they extend to the ceiling and that the heavier treatments are mounted on wood. If you are planning to mount on sheetrock, you should use molly or toggle into the sheetrock for the best protection.

When considering what you need when it comes to windows, make sure that all of your windows are fully accessible. This will make things much simpler when decorating. You should also be careful to have the same style of windows in the room.