BUYER’S GUIDE TO WINDOW TREATMENTS

The best-dressed windows combine looks and functionality – here’s everything you need to know to choose well

WORDS GEORGIA MADDEN

From framing a view and boosting privacy to cutting your energy costs – a great window treatment can do it all. It’s also the perfect way to finish off a room. “A fabulous window treatment is just as important an investment as a sofa – it can totally transform a room and bring the overall design scheme together,” says Elise Harper, interior decorator at More Than Curtains. With so many options to choose from – curtains, various types of blinds, and plantation shutters, just to name a few – it’s important to consider your needs. Ask yourself these questions before making any decisions: Are you looking for privacy from neighbours or a busy street? Do you need full light control? Insulation? Acoustic control? Do you have young children and/or pets…

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Inside Out (Digital) - 1 Issue, October 2019

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