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Hi Julie! We currently have those 1970's vertical blinds in our livingroom (I hate it!😆). We have a gate and somewhat privacy. But when the mailman, delivery person, solicitors enters the gate, they can see the inside of our house. I don't know what privacy drapes, panels, or window coverings is appropriate for privacy, but still enjoy seeing the outdoors from the inside. Our pets love going to the window & watch the day go by and it's easy for them to access the window with the vertical blinds that's why we're stuck with it. Our house so weird that near the front door, we also have a patio door with 2 windows adjacent to it. The patio door opens up to a courtyard/atrium. We love the seeing the light, trees, plants... what we don't like is no privacy when people enters the gate. Hope you can shine a light to this. Thank you in advance.
Here's my input, being a salesperson of custom window coverings for the past 5 years and having trained people on customs for 2 years: Drapery segment: 1- "blackout" doesn't exist and is a physical impossibility -- room darkening is the proper phrasing, but that is neither here nor there 2- assuming you have a "blackout" liner, there are no opacity changes... it should be either at or below 0.01% light transfer. 3- traverse rods are not always hidden... traverse rods are usually only hidden on either inexpensive/non-decorative rods, when using pinch pleat, tailored pleat, or inverted pleat drapes on a low-profile traverse rod. 4- drapery panels can be hung on rods with or without rings... so she is correct there, however there are 100 things to take into account: drape stack (how much space the drape takes when the drape is fully open), fabric fullness (ranging from 200-300% of the window width, you need to have far more fabric than the window width so your drape does not look like a fitted sheet on the window), width/bracket count (having a standard rod over 94" in most cases/depending on the brand, will require 4 mounting brackets and will cease all functional use of any drape other than C-shaped rings as a drape cannot pass the brackets), ease of draw (rod pocket drapes, for example, are awful to draw back and forth). Curtains: 1- right off the bat, the difference between drapes/curtains is not the liner... the difference is that drapes go past the window frame, and are at least "apron length." Apron length is (generally) either about a foot past the bottom of the window frame, or 1/2 the distance from the bottom frame to the floor. Curtains are generally to the bottom sill, or are mounted within the window frame. 2- every picture shown at the end of that segment is of drapes. Sheers: 1- "sheers" are either drapes or curtains and it depends on the length. 2- "sheer" simply refers to the opacity of the fabric and specifically entails that there is some level of visibility through the fabric 3- referring back to #2, sheer drapes/curtains are one of the single worst products for privacy, as whatever your visibility is during the day time is reversed at night so people can see straight in Shades: 1- labeling for those shades was off on multiple fronts: Roller shades- flat fabric rolled down from an upper roll. Not the best for room darkening, as the gaps on the sides of the shade will be usually about 3/4". Roller shades, like most products, can be cordless, corded (with a continuous cord loop/pulley system), or motorized. Solar shades- mechanically identical to a roller shade, however the fabric is particularly intended to allow visibility (like a sheer fabric), and block solar rays in ratings ranging from 20%-1% (the amount of light let through the fabric, 20% being more open than 1%) Banded shades (sometimes called zebra shades)- two striped layers of fabric that shift to either open or close visibility -- built on a roller platform Sheer shades- two sheer layers of fabric with solid fabric vanes between. Take a shade and mix it with a blind, essentially -- built on a roller platform. Available in either a horizontal fashion, or vertical for sliding doors/larger windows. Roman shades- "roman shades" are used too often as a blanket term for all roman shades and offers little specificity. Speaking strictly about a true "roman shade," the fabric is more stiff, as if it were starched; the fabric is generally in a more modern style, offering simple pleats and no "relaxed" look because the fabric is more rigid. On the "fabric shades" image section, the only true "roman shade" is image 6, all others are soft roman shades. Woven wood shades- similar overall to a true "roman shade," however the fabric is manufactured out of real natural (and brittle) materials (reeds, sticks, bamboo, jute, etc.) Soft roman shades- similar to a true "roman shade," however the fabric is more closely aligned to drapery fabrics, allowing a wider range of relaxed design. Images 1-5 on the "fabric shades" section are soft roman shades. Honeycomb/cellular shades- either the first or second most common shade style (skipped over entirely for whatever reason). The shade is built like two zig-zagged pieces of fabric, adhered in the center to create tubes/honeycomb shaped pockets stacked on top of each other. These shades are the best for darkening rooms (better than drapes, even), the best for insulating from heat, the best for insulating from sound, and are comparably cost effective in comparison to any style of roman shade. 15:20 is a honeycomb shade, particularly a top-down bottom-up honeycomb shade set (both adjustable from the top and bottom, only available in honeycomb/cellular shades and *some* roman shades). Pleated shades- similar to a cellular shade, however pleated shades are outdated. They are a single layer of zig-zagged fabric, and are usually only worthwhile if the fabric is sheer. Panel track shades- usually used for sliding glass doors/large windows. The product is literally giant pieces of fabric, suspended in a track at the top with weights at the bottom, allowing the fabric to slide back and forth (stacking up on whatever stack side is chosen). Blinds: 1- agreed, builder-grade products are awful, however you can definitely get high quality faux wood blinds. The only scenarios I will put faux wood blinds in a home are if the blinds are intended to be white, matching the window frames, and the windows are not over 74" wide (it's a weight/structural thing). 2- I'm sorry, fabric blinds? Fabric blinds only exist as fabric vertical panels, and nothing else. Also, fabric vertical blinds are undoubtedly the more traditional look. I assume she meant sheer shades, mistaking them for blinds. Shutters: No issues there. I, personally, love shutters; they look nice, they are clean, they are functional, and they increase (most) home values. Choosing the right fit: 1- function is the main issue, however the reality of each situation needs to be the #1 issue. If the window has 1/8" of internal mounting space, nothing can go there. If you are thinking of drapes, yet the window butts into the corner, where will the rod finial go, and how will the light gap on the wall be covered? 2- formal does not always mean drapes... drapes are just the easy way out. Why would you put drapes into a high traffic area where they will get dirty? Why would you put drapes into a room with little space in front of the window (drapes project anywhere from 5"-16" from a window)? Rooms: Bedrooms- right back to drapes...why? Layered sheers/room darkening drapes in custom fabrics for a 70"x84" sliding door will easily surpass $8000 at a minimum... that is a total waste of money to me. If you want layering, either do a day/night shade (cellular shade with dual-fabrics), or use sheer shades with a room dimming fabric. Shutters on a track with a day/night function are also nice (essentially a shutter with a room darkening honeycomb integrated into the rear side that can be pulled to darken the room as much as is physically possible without using a can of spray paint on the window). Bathrooms- relaxed roman shades (in the subcategory of soft roman shades) are the second worst product to put in a room with high humidity. Have you ever left your laundry in the washing machine overnight? Yeah... imagine that you just spent $800 on a single shade, and now it makes your bathroom stink because it was soggy for a few hours. Use either a nice shutter, a faux wood blind, or a single-layer solar shade (which is usually made of fiberglass) in a 1% openness. Kitchen- same thing as the bathroom. Shutters, faux wood, or a solar shade due to humidity and cleanliness. Living room- sheer drapes/curtains provide privacy only during the daytime and are acceptable if there is 0 worry about anyone ever looking in through the windows at night. Sheer shades are adjustable and provide the same effect, yet are able to be closed off to A: provide privacy and B: negate more light if there is ever any direct sunlight. Dining room- drapes are not a good option for *most* dining rooms. If there is plenty of space between the table and the wall, then okay. I usually put a more decorative, inside mounted shade in dining rooms; usually something within the roman family of shades or a nice shutter, but it largely depends on if you have children or not. Sliding doors- right back to drapes... why is the suggestion drapes for nearly every window? Try putting in vertical sheer shades (or silhouettes, per Hunter Douglas), or perhaps a nice vertical honeycomb shade? Even getting a motorized horizontal shade works, because you can press a button and open up the windows entirely, preserving any view. I just have to say that 14:52 is the single worst idea on a window; light colored, puddled drapes on a patio door will be destroyed in even the most clean households within 6 months. (continued in comment, maxed to 9500 characters)
Continued: French doors- the best (by far) is having an integrated blind. Assuming the window does not already have one, you can put something else on the door. Now, there are a ton of things to take into account for the door: height, in/out swing, clearance on the sides/top, door handle style/spacing from glass, and the door material; generally the best product for these would be either a roller shade (because they are durable, thin to go behind lever handles, and are easier to clean than some products). Roller shades would not work on doors with inadequate spacing both above and to the sides of the glass, and honeycomb shades (or potentially a roman-styled shade) would be the better options as they require far less mounting space, have far less bulky headrails/valances, and are lightweight enough to still be used on a door. Office- it entirely depends on screen setups and the purpose for the office, but usually whatever is in the rest of the house will work perfectly fine in an office, potentially with a darker (lighting-wise, not necessarily coloring) than the others. 15:54 I do not trust any suggestion made here, because those shades were not measured properly in the beginning... there is an extra 1 1/2"-2" of excess fabric, causing the shades to sag in a way they are not designed; in addition, those continuous cord loops are neither installed in the correct spots, nor at the correct tension.
why sheers all over. sliding windows and sheers- do you how hard it is for those to open every single layer on a space you will be using continuously, or rather how the hooks break with simple snags and yes talk of lagging. I rather stick with drapes-thankyou, you can even put the automated machine to do the work for you at a button. with a single google roman shades are pretty much what she said unless all stores are wrong too. I agree though that sheer drapes aren't private though because they reserve visibility at night. but options of shutters in a house - it is a no no, unless you are going for a rustic feel
I just bought a new house and I've had a lot of fun cutting window treatments for every room. My living room has sheers and curtains on a double rod, my bedroom has velvet curtains and my kids room will have curtains as well. My kitchen will have a roman shade.
Julie, you are amazing and all your tips so full of wisdom, taste, professionalism and good vibes. I came to understand that interior design is part science part art. One does have to understand the geometry of light, of shades, of positive and negative space, of the contrasting colours. So thank you for illuminating these for me. 🙏🏼
Hi Julie. Another great video! Thank you. I appreciate how you incorporate a lot of pictures into your videos to show what you’re talking about. That is very helpful.
i have shutters (on the inside) on all windows. I would love to hang curtains too, but i can´t get a normal drill in these natural stone walls. But when i move i will definitely watch this video again for suggestions, because love fabrics.Especially coloured and sheer , might even use the sari´s i have or buy something similar.
Stone is definitely tricky and it seems like the windows have enough functionality as is Nelson! Maybe you can get creative in the bathrooms, unless there’s stone walls there too 😬
I spent money on Palm Beach plantation shutters and wow, wow, wow I love them so. Only did it in eating areas and great room. Bedrooms I did duets. I love them all.
@@JulieKhuu Good idea love your channel. Would love some videos on rearranging rooms and using things you already have. Updating them by changing up or rooms. Thank you
Great video!!!❤❤❤😊 QUESTION: Is it appropriate, from a design standpoint, to have varying window coverings throughout the house or should they be consistent for design cohesion?
Not only is it appropriate, but a variety of window treatments is preferred so the home doesn’t feel too one note Tiarra. I choose a different covering for every single separate room in the home.
@@JulieKhuu that is the #1 "no-no" in interior design, coming from a designer. Imagine looking at your home from the street and every window looks different... certain windows are acceptable, but everything facing the street should either be the exact same, or close to the point where it is difficult to tell the change.
@@JulieKhuu to have a different window covering for every room is ridiculous. That not only makes your home feel messy md busy, it also looks like a clown show.
Working interior designer here- yes, and no. First of all, form has to follow function. I usually recommend room darkening in bedrooms, and light filtering in other rooms. Exceptions are theater rooms where Sun glare can really interfere with the function of the room. Many clients also consider the street side view. I will work a design to possibly have the same, or similar outward appearance to the street side for a consistent look, especially if an HOA is involved. And please forget the aforementioned “clown show” remark. If you want a house that looks well designed, everything should “go”, but not necessarily match. Consider function, and of course a treatment that reinforces the overall design. If you get stuck- go to a designer- we are here to help!
Love, love this video!! I live in an apartment which has horizontal blinds on every window accept the sliding glass door which have vertical blinds! I hate blinds and wondered if I can use curtains over them since I’m not sure I’m permitted to remove the blinds?!
Best guide to window treatment video I've watched! Didn't realize how deciding on window treatments could be so overwhelming and your video has put me at ease! Thank you!
This video was incredibly helpful, Julie! Your tips on choosing the right curtains for different rooms have completely transformed my home. Thank you for sharing your expertise!
Hi Julie, i love your videos, thank you so much for sharing so generously 🙏 Here is my window dilemma, I have a 5 mts tall x 2,5 mt window with a concrete bim 10 cm in front of the window. I need privacy in the day and a blackout at night. In this 10 cm space, I could not fit 2 window treatments. Any suggestions? thank you 🌈
Another great video! ❤ Would love to see a video on how to address window treatments or other upscale privacy options for front doors with glass windows and/or sidelights. The house we are building has a large window w/sidelights on either side, showing the full view of our open floorplan (living/dining/kitchen), so we’ve been wrestling w/ideas to cover, avoiding the bunched sheer panels we grew up with. If we switch the glass to filtered decorative options offered by the door manufacturer, we lose the efficient insulation qualities of the glass currently installed in the door/windows. Any thoughts or videos I may have missed along the way where you speak to that issue? Thanks so much! 😊
I love installing a decorative rod on the upper interior wall of the door + sidelights. You can frame this elevation with beautiful drapery and add tie backs to keep them out of the way. If your style is more modern, thinner curtains on rings that fully open in this same fashion will do the trick!
I never knew I needed so much education on window treatments! I love the way she keeps everything functional and practical despite the inherent design aesthetic viewpoint. When I was growing up, the most common blinds were made of aluminum - Is that still a thing?
Great video Julie! I’m always so indecisive about what to use on my windows. I may reach out to you in the future when I’m ready for a specific room or area. Thanks again for sharing all of your knowledge.
Hello Julie, thank you for your videos about home interior designing. I have been watching all your video on feng shui, window treatments, sectionals, etc. What is your sofa right now behind this video?
Thank you for all your great advice! ❤️ Question: what do you think of new windows with blinds inside them for the living room? We are building new & although I love the look of our current 2 inch wooden blinds, I hate cleaning them! Thank you!
Wonderful videos! I love when you provide places to purchase. Please help me get a great bureau for the bedroom. You did a great video for night stands and I am getting the Canope bed frame you suggested and thank you for those. But I cannot find a quality bureau because I don;t know what to look for and if spending $3,000 it needs to be well made and I don't know how to ensure that so places to buy is so good. Thank you! Kathy
Hi Julie! I am your recent follower of your content! Want to ask one question, what’s your take on zebra(day and night) window treatments? And will it look good with drapery panels? Like two layer of window treatment?
So funny you mention shutters. We're in the middle of remodeling our kitchen and one of the things on my must haves is shutters on my south-facing wall of windows. Bc that's where all my potted herbs are and shades are NOT keeping my cats out of them. Im really hoping the shutters will do a better job cat-wise 😂🤣😂 I have to go watch your ultimate guide video now
I have a bath room with a window over the tub/shower. What type of material should I use for a window treatment? Fabric will mold quickly if not maintained as I live in the humid south. Thank you for your helpful videos.
@@JulieKhuu Great, thanks for the response Julie, and btw I am a major fan of your channel. Been following you for over 2 years now!! 💗 Keep up the amazing work that you do!
Hi Julie, thanks for this rundown on window treatments! What kind of window coverings do you choose when you have a double height ceiling in the living room with two rows of windows? I feel like I’m pretty much relegated to having to choose Roman shades or roller shades but so far the quotes are really adding up. Especially since you probably need to have motorized ones for the hard to reach upper level of windows?
I have installed motorized roller shades layered with softer (dummy) drapery panels for my clients’ double height walls. This is the most functional way to address these conditions, but you’re absolutely correct, not the most budget-friendly OD. You may also choose to keep the upper row bare and simply address the bottom row since they’re usually at a more typical height (9-10’)
Thank you for this video. What would you do with a triple window with a half round window above the center window. Would the rod go above the semi circle window or below it across the top of all three? Thank you in advance.
Do u think the top down bottom up shade is better compared to roller shade? I like the roller shade in my dining room but it doesn’t have the function thought. So if I chose the roller with lighter filtering would be ok since I am in a ranch home with closing with neighbors. Thanks
This makes me want to give so much credit to my grandmothers. I see now they knew the difference between curtains and drapes. I should have listened to them more instead of being ignorant. It all makes sense now. Oh and the shutters....yes a necessary evil when live in a populated area and PRIVACY is paramount!
We have a bow window in our master with semi privacy. We are lookingbfir something elegant to finish off the space. We also have an open livingroom/dining room. We need more privacy in the dining room. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated. I just recently found your channel, but love your videos
What would you do for a valance? I bought Ikea's motorized roller shades and am thinking of covering up the roll, sad they don't seem to sell a cover (unless I missed it). I need to be able to replace the battery so I might need to do a removable valance or leave a decent gap. I am mounting them inside the frame
trying to figure out my kitchen windows the are small and only go to the counter im thinking roman shades I would like privacy at night we live near a busy road
Great video....... Question: My wash room has a large teal colour closet. The wall is light grey. What's the best colour blinds could I use at the windows? There are two windows.
Hi Julie, Great video! I have white traditional unpack French door at our informal small dining room. What can I put on the door. I love the light that comes through and what to keep it more modern. Thank you Julie! Happy Holidays
I just bought a new home, and have no idea what to do with all of the windows. Your video has helped me see tat I don't have to go "custom" on all of my windows.
Thank you for responding! I'm sorry - my question probably wasn't phrased very well. I have radiators under most of the windows in my house. I can't bear short curtains so I have long panels on either side but I can't close them for most of the year. I need privacy, though. I'm not crazy about blinds so wondering about Roman blinds but then I get stuck on colour. Same tone? Same colour as the curtains? I'm at a loss. It seems almost bulky?!? You have incredible style. Any suggestions would be so welcome.
I need window treatments. I have a wide window in the living room, next to the sliding door, which is also next to my kitchen, which is big as well. I bought curtain panels for the living room window and sliding door, what about my big O window in kitchen? I was thinking of Roman shade. My color curtains linens are cream beige. Will roman shades match with my curtains? I feel like my colors don't match too.
I love sheers!!!! Thank you for confirming it’s ok to use them. My styling esthetic is a combination of traditional and modern ( I think). Anyway, thanks for the the sheer confirmation. ❤
What do you recommend for a large living room window that has a 6” baseboard heater below? I want the curtains floor length . Is this possible? The dining room will have same curtains but there is no heater. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Hi Julie, I really enjoy your informative videos! I am going through a major renovation of a Spanish Colonial-style home. We are fortunate to have beautiful views and no neighbors behind. There are a lot of windows and French-style doors that currently have power shades. Would you add/ layer sheers?
Thank you for your practical advice as always. May I know your suggestion about window treatments for bow windows and bay windows? Also, for windows below having radiators.
I like custom inset shades for bay and bow windows. Shades + dummy panels for windows with radiators, assuming the heat is coming from the center of the window and not on the sides Shirley
Hi Julie. I have a beach house whereby the entire 20’ wall is sliding glass doors. I do not want to loose the water view! There is enough of a balcony that I do not get direct sun, but the temp of the room is significantly different than the rest of the house and will certainly increase my utility bill. I’ve thought of Solar shades to maintain my view but will they help with temperature? Thank you. Deb
Thank you so much for the video ! What is best rod diameter for sheer or semi sheer curtain in formal living room ? We are not adding any other curtains . Less then 1 inch looks clumsy and very causal to me but I am not sure if 1 inch or even bigger looks good with sheer curtain! Also do you have any recommendation where to find semi sheer curtain ?
Hi Julie. Great video, exactly what I needed. I have a large arched window in our front living room, next to the entry. It is south facing so the sun shines through in the afternoon and it faces the street. I would like to keep the brightness in the room, filter the direct sunlight during the day, but have privacy at night since anyone walking by at night could see right in. The house has great curb appeal with this window front and center so would like something that looks nice from the outside as well. I am on the verge of going with shutters but would love your input. Thank you!
I would get sheers layered with blackout panels and hang them high on the wall about 3-4” below the ceiling to clear the arch. Functional and beautiful from the inside out 😍
Hi Julie, thanks for this video. Good timing, we just finished changing the windows in our living area. My husband and I are looking/thinking what is the best window cover? Our purpose is to minimize sun shine to go through our living area..we also consider the nice view (fjord).
I would consider a Sun shade. An interior mounted roller shade may do the trick. If you use a darker fabric, it will cut down on the sun glare, but still have good view through!
What color rod should I use if the crown molding is white, wall is swiss coffee and the curtains are ivory/cream. The rods will be hung on the wall at the lower edge of the white crown molding. Thank you
Hi Julie, I am about to install the WiFi control motorized curtain tracks for my MBR’s sliding door (open one sided with views) and customize the curtain, your video is comes in time. Please advise if it’s better to set it as both sides openings (sake’s if symmetrical) or one sided opening which will pull it to my wall corner(not blocking view when not use) . There is another small windows next to this sliding door that I’m using the top down bottom up honeycomb shades.
I have a sliding door panel that is 105" × 105" in a livingroom with 12' ceiling. Should I hang the curtain all the way up? Or just 4~6" above the door frame?
Hi. Thank you for all the information. Can we line white sheers? Like I want the light look but I also want a little privacy without layering with any other form of window treatment. I might put dummy curtains on both sides though, at a higher height, like 2-3 inches below the ceiling. Unfortunately as I have a split A/C right above the window centre, which can’t be moved anywhere else. So the sheers can’t go all the way to the top, I can put these sheers only a few inches above the window, the ac blocks the height. For height thinking of giving dummy curtains on the sides, which will go all the way up. So can I line them?
Julie; I just discovered your channel. I’m building a custom home, I’m at the window treatment stage. What type of window treatment can I use for patio doors in my bedroom. My husband wants to tint the windows as we have no neighbors and have complete privacy.
Hi Julie, I commented on your older video, but I'll ask here. How do you feel about roller shades that are reverse rolled? Trying to figure out what to do on new construction modern townhome.
Reverse rolls are great for keeping the light to a minimum. You’ll never truly get blackout, but when you need it tight to the window, this is a great method
We have french doors in our kitchen and next to them we have windows that measure 68" x 28" (26" from the floor) and when I hang my sheers, should I cover the windows or leave them exposed? The sheers would not open/close, they would be there to simply soften the lines of the door/windows. I did order my sheers from one of your recommended sites. I needed 120" sheers and was having quite the time finding some that I liked with nickel grommets. On the length, since I'll have a few inches to play with, would you suggest puddling the bottoms or giving them a 2" hem? Thank you.
2” hem, kissing the floors, run the sheers over the adjacent windows as well Cathleen. This will diffuse the light across this entire elevation and even make your home feel larger 👍🏻
Hi I have a 6’x6’window in my kitchen above a bench seat used with a 6’ x 24” table….no privacy issues to worry about…main reason I need any window covering is to filter light away from certain object that can get bleached by sunlight during summer and for some extra warmth during winter months…I’m thinking natural roller shades or roman shades. It would have to be an inside mount because the seat and window bump out 12” from floor. The window is configured as a transom with two double hung windows beneath. My question is should i get 1 large shade or break into two? The transom is what throws me off…any advice would be most appreciated…thank you for sharing 😊kim
Sounds nice. I think I'd get one large "honeycomb " shade to cover the whole window opening that you can raise up or lower from the top down to just access the transom part of the window. I wonder what Julia thinks.
One large so you don’t break up the beautiful elevation Kimberly. Solar shades would work well for what you’re describing. You can also tint the windows in the meantime to block harmful UVA/ UVB rays. They have clear window “tint” just for this purpose. Good luck!
@@JulieKhuu Aftermarket window films generally void window warranties and are not suggested unless installed by the original window company. In addition, films provide very little protection against UV fading. Solar shades provide nearly 0 insulation and would only help keep sunlight (and subsequently heat) out during the summer, but provide little to no change during the winter.
@@Lili-xq9sn I've been in the custom window covering industry for long enough to agree with you wholeheartedly. Honeycomb shades will be lightweight enough to cover the entire window with 0 issues, they will be the best insulator for the application, and they will stack up out of the way when unused. The TDBU (top-down bottom-up) is also a great idea and would be worth exploring.
A single piece looks far better when dealing with most windows. The only split pieces that should ever be on a window are those that have ends lining up with the window mullions. I would take Lili's suggestion, below, and go with a single, TDBU honeycomb/cellular shade. Also, natural roller shades don't exist, sadly. They may be a natural look, but are not actually natural materials, so you may be disappointed when you see them in person.
Hi Julie , thank you do much for all your videos . I do have Shutters (white) . What type of panels could I accent with . Sheer or drapery type , and should they be white also ? Thank you for your help .
Yes, if you’re purchasing prefab curtains Barbora. I linked some favorites in the description box that allow you specify the width as well so it’s just one panel instead of multiple
I have 4 south-facing windows that are 2 feet wide and 6 feet tall. This is a bump-out so two of the windows are at an angle and there is a bench seat below. We need to block out the summer sun. The other problem is a German Shepherd that lies on the bench seat and will make window coverings dirty. I don't know what is best. Don't really like short curtains, but they cannot go to the floor because of the built-in bench. Help!
Great video. But, please remember that while those sheer shades look nice in the bathroom during the day people can see in at night from outside when the bathroom light is on!!
I have a wider patio door in my dining room facing the back of my house (I have a bit of green space blocking between my neighbour and my house) I have a small bungalow. My living room with wide windows are across my dining room ( same side as the patio ) . I like the morning sun coming through . Should I use sheers as my window treatment for both windows and patio door
Thanks Julie! This is great. Question - where do you typically get the curtain rods with extended length? We have a wide window (108 inches) and I’ve been having trouble finding a rod that’s long enough..
You won’t find one that long F. Even custom would be divided in half with a center bracket for support. You won’t ever visually see this break since it’s hidden behind the bracket. Hidden traverse rods can also do the trick
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Hi Julie! We currently have those 1970's vertical blinds in our livingroom (I hate it!😆). We have a gate and somewhat privacy. But when the mailman, delivery person, solicitors enters the gate, they can see the inside of our house. I don't know what privacy drapes, panels, or window coverings is appropriate for privacy, but still enjoy seeing the outdoors from the inside. Our pets love going to the window & watch the day go by and it's easy for them to access the window with the vertical blinds that's why we're stuck with it. Our house so weird that near the front door, we also have a patio door with 2 windows adjacent to it. The patio door opens up to a courtyard/atrium. We love the seeing the light, trees, plants... what we don't like is no privacy when people enters the gate. Hope you can shine a light to this. Thank you in advance.
0:42 Drapery Panels
2:12 Curtains
3:05 Sheers
4:03 Shades
6:07 Blinds
7:25 Shutters
8:29 How to Choose
10:36 Bedroom
10:35 Bathroom
12:23 Kitchen
13:08 Living/Family Room
13:46 Dining Room
14:23 Patio Doors
15:11 Office
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Here's my input, being a salesperson of custom window coverings for the past 5 years and having trained people on customs for 2 years:
Drapery segment:
1- "blackout" doesn't exist and is a physical impossibility -- room darkening is the proper phrasing, but that is neither here nor there
2- assuming you have a "blackout" liner, there are no opacity changes... it should be either at or below 0.01% light transfer.
3- traverse rods are not always hidden... traverse rods are usually only hidden on either inexpensive/non-decorative rods, when using pinch pleat, tailored pleat, or inverted pleat drapes on a low-profile traverse rod.
4- drapery panels can be hung on rods with or without rings... so she is correct there, however there are 100 things to take into account: drape stack (how much space the drape takes when the drape is fully open), fabric fullness (ranging from 200-300% of the window width, you need to have far more fabric than the window width so your drape does not look like a fitted sheet on the window), width/bracket count (having a standard rod over 94" in most cases/depending on the brand, will require 4 mounting brackets and will cease all functional use of any drape other than C-shaped rings as a drape cannot pass the brackets), ease of draw (rod pocket drapes, for example, are awful to draw back and forth).
Curtains:
1- right off the bat, the difference between drapes/curtains is not the liner... the difference is that drapes go past the window frame, and are at least "apron length." Apron length is (generally) either about a foot past the bottom of the window frame, or 1/2 the distance from the bottom frame to the floor. Curtains are generally to the bottom sill, or are mounted within the window frame.
2- every picture shown at the end of that segment is of drapes.
Sheers:
1- "sheers" are either drapes or curtains and it depends on the length.
2- "sheer" simply refers to the opacity of the fabric and specifically entails that there is some level of visibility through the fabric
3- referring back to #2, sheer drapes/curtains are one of the single worst products for privacy, as whatever your visibility is during the day time is reversed at night so people can see straight in
Shades:
1- labeling for those shades was off on multiple fronts:
Roller shades- flat fabric rolled down from an upper roll. Not the best for room darkening, as the gaps on the sides of the shade will be usually about 3/4". Roller shades, like most products, can be cordless, corded (with a continuous cord loop/pulley system), or motorized.
Solar shades- mechanically identical to a roller shade, however the fabric is particularly intended to allow visibility (like a sheer fabric), and block solar rays in ratings ranging from 20%-1% (the amount of light let through the fabric, 20% being more open than 1%)
Banded shades (sometimes called zebra shades)- two striped layers of fabric that shift to either open or close visibility -- built on a roller platform
Sheer shades- two sheer layers of fabric with solid fabric vanes between. Take a shade and mix it with a blind, essentially -- built on a roller platform. Available in either a horizontal fashion, or vertical for sliding doors/larger windows.
Roman shades- "roman shades" are used too often as a blanket term for all roman shades and offers little specificity. Speaking strictly about a true "roman shade," the fabric is more stiff, as if it were starched; the fabric is generally in a more modern style, offering simple pleats and no "relaxed" look because the fabric is more rigid. On the "fabric shades" image section, the only true "roman shade" is image 6, all others are soft roman shades.
Woven wood shades- similar overall to a true "roman shade," however the fabric is manufactured out of real natural (and brittle) materials (reeds, sticks, bamboo, jute, etc.)
Soft roman shades- similar to a true "roman shade," however the fabric is more closely aligned to drapery fabrics, allowing a wider range of relaxed design. Images 1-5 on the "fabric shades" section are soft roman shades.
Honeycomb/cellular shades- either the first or second most common shade style (skipped over entirely for whatever reason). The shade is built like two zig-zagged pieces of fabric, adhered in the center to create tubes/honeycomb shaped pockets stacked on top of each other. These shades are the best for darkening rooms (better than drapes, even), the best for insulating from heat, the best for insulating from sound, and are comparably cost effective in comparison to any style of roman shade. 15:20 is a honeycomb shade, particularly a top-down bottom-up honeycomb shade set (both adjustable from the top and bottom, only available in honeycomb/cellular shades and *some* roman shades).
Pleated shades- similar to a cellular shade, however pleated shades are outdated. They are a single layer of zig-zagged fabric, and are usually only worthwhile if the fabric is sheer.
Panel track shades- usually used for sliding glass doors/large windows. The product is literally giant pieces of fabric, suspended in a track at the top with weights at the bottom, allowing the fabric to slide back and forth (stacking up on whatever stack side is chosen).
Blinds:
1- agreed, builder-grade products are awful, however you can definitely get high quality faux wood blinds. The only scenarios I will put faux wood blinds in a home are if the blinds are intended to be white, matching the window frames, and the windows are not over 74" wide (it's a weight/structural thing).
2- I'm sorry, fabric blinds? Fabric blinds only exist as fabric vertical panels, and nothing else. Also, fabric vertical blinds are undoubtedly the more traditional look. I assume she meant sheer shades, mistaking them for blinds.
Shutters:
No issues there. I, personally, love shutters; they look nice, they are clean, they are functional, and they increase (most) home values.
Choosing the right fit:
1- function is the main issue, however the reality of each situation needs to be the #1 issue. If the window has 1/8" of internal mounting space, nothing can go there. If you are thinking of drapes, yet the window butts into the corner, where will the rod finial go, and how will the light gap on the wall be covered?
2- formal does not always mean drapes... drapes are just the easy way out. Why would you put drapes into a high traffic area where they will get dirty? Why would you put drapes into a room with little space in front of the window (drapes project anywhere from 5"-16" from a window)?
Rooms:
Bedrooms- right back to drapes...why? Layered sheers/room darkening drapes in custom fabrics for a 70"x84" sliding door will easily surpass $8000 at a minimum... that is a total waste of money to me. If you want layering, either do a day/night shade (cellular shade with dual-fabrics), or use sheer shades with a room dimming fabric. Shutters on a track with a day/night function are also nice (essentially a shutter with a room darkening honeycomb integrated into the rear side that can be pulled to darken the room as much as is physically possible without using a can of spray paint on the window).
Bathrooms- relaxed roman shades (in the subcategory of soft roman shades) are the second worst product to put in a room with high humidity. Have you ever left your laundry in the washing machine overnight? Yeah... imagine that you just spent $800 on a single shade, and now it makes your bathroom stink because it was soggy for a few hours. Use either a nice shutter, a faux wood blind, or a single-layer solar shade (which is usually made of fiberglass) in a 1% openness.
Kitchen- same thing as the bathroom. Shutters, faux wood, or a solar shade due to humidity and cleanliness.
Living room- sheer drapes/curtains provide privacy only during the daytime and are acceptable if there is 0 worry about anyone ever looking in through the windows at night. Sheer shades are adjustable and provide the same effect, yet are able to be closed off to A: provide privacy and B: negate more light if there is ever any direct sunlight.
Dining room- drapes are not a good option for *most* dining rooms. If there is plenty of space between the table and the wall, then okay. I usually put a more decorative, inside mounted shade in dining rooms; usually something within the roman family of shades or a nice shutter, but it largely depends on if you have children or not.
Sliding doors- right back to drapes... why is the suggestion drapes for nearly every window? Try putting in vertical sheer shades (or silhouettes, per Hunter Douglas), or perhaps a nice vertical honeycomb shade? Even getting a motorized horizontal shade works, because you can press a button and open up the windows entirely, preserving any view. I just have to say that 14:52 is the single worst idea on a window; light colored, puddled drapes on a patio door will be destroyed in even the most clean households within 6 months.
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French doors- the best (by far) is having an integrated blind. Assuming the window does not already have one, you can put something else on the door. Now, there are a ton of things to take into account for the door: height, in/out swing, clearance on the sides/top, door handle style/spacing from glass, and the door material; generally the best product for these would be either a roller shade (because they are durable, thin to go behind lever handles, and are easier to clean than some products). Roller shades would not work on doors with inadequate spacing both above and to the sides of the glass, and honeycomb shades (or potentially a roman-styled shade) would be the better options as they require far less mounting space, have far less bulky headrails/valances, and are lightweight enough to still be used on a door.
Office- it entirely depends on screen setups and the purpose for the office, but usually whatever is in the rest of the house will work perfectly fine in an office, potentially with a darker (lighting-wise, not necessarily coloring) than the others. 15:54 I do not trust any suggestion made here, because those shades were not measured properly in the beginning... there is an extra 1 1/2"-2" of excess fabric, causing the shades to sag in a way they are not designed; in addition, those continuous cord loops are neither installed in the correct spots, nor at the correct tension.
Thank you for watching and commenting Zachery! You have helped make my point that your salesperson/ specialist/ contractor is NOT your designer 😊
Awesome post. So much valuable info. Thanks for taking the time to post.
why sheers all over. sliding windows and sheers- do you how hard it is for those to open every single layer on a space you will be using continuously, or rather how the hooks break with simple snags and yes talk of lagging. I rather stick with drapes-thankyou, you can even put the automated machine to do the work for you at a button. with a single google roman shades are pretty much what she said unless all stores are wrong too. I agree though that sheer drapes aren't private though because they reserve visibility at night. but options of shutters in a house - it is a no no, unless you are going for a rustic feel
I've had many different window treatments and blinds are my favorite for light control and keeping clean.
I just bought a new house and I've had a lot of fun cutting window treatments for every room. My living room has sheers and curtains on a double rod, my bedroom has velvet curtains and my kids room will have curtains as well. My kitchen will have a roman shade.
Julie, you are amazing and all your tips so full of wisdom, taste, professionalism and good vibes. I came to understand that interior design is part science part art. One does have to understand the geometry of light, of shades, of positive and negative space, of the contrasting colours. So thank you for illuminating these for me. 🙏🏼
Enjoyed this video and the pace in which you've shared.
Julie, I just moved to a new home and you have helped me out with all my windows in my home. Thank you so much for all your help
Hi Julie. Another great video! Thank you. I appreciate how you incorporate a lot of pictures into your videos to show what you’re talking about. That is very helpful.
Thank you for watching Nadege! I hope the examples help inspire you!
Me too, I like this type of sheer curtains. Not only, it's best to let light in, it's also easy to laundry.
Gentle wash and line dry, can’t beat that 🙌🏻
this was very helpful. It was driving me crazy what to use for kitchen because of kitchen counter and bathroom window near a shower. Thank you so much
Best video ever. Every moment is enjoyable to listen and watch.
Thank you so much for watching 🙏☺️
i have shutters (on the inside) on all windows. I would love to hang curtains too, but i can´t get a normal drill in these natural stone walls. But when i move i will definitely watch this video again for suggestions, because love fabrics.Especially coloured and sheer , might even use the sari´s i have or buy something similar.
Stone is definitely tricky and it seems like the windows have enough functionality as is Nelson! Maybe you can get creative in the bathrooms, unless there’s stone walls there too 😬
I spent money on Palm Beach plantation shutters and wow, wow, wow I love them so. Only did it in eating areas and great room. Bedrooms I did duets. I love them all.
That is awesome, thanks for sharing where you installed the treatments you love 🙏☺️
The sheers behind you are absolutely beautiful! Could you tell me where you got those? Lovely video, very helpful!
From Amazon! I linked them in my storefront description box
@@JulieKhuu thank you so much - love your channel!!
I m too addicted to your channel, so many great tips. ❤
Thank you so much for watching and supporting the channel! 🙏🏻💖💕
We bought and love our NORMAN SHUTTERS and three Norman motorized rollers
I specified Norman for my last custom home, great selections and affordable 👍
Never change, you have always a great ideas to share for everyone of us. Happy holidays! Thank you ❤
Thank you so much for watching Felserna 🙏🏻💖 Happy holidays!
I have Mimi blinds and grateful to have them cause that's what I can afford . I love Julie videos so helpful and full of information .
You can always layer them with curtains on the outside to soften up the elevation Teresa 👍🏻😊
@@JulieKhuu Good idea love your channel. Would love some videos on rearranging rooms and using things you already have. Updating them by changing up or rooms. Thank you
Great video!!!❤❤❤😊 QUESTION: Is it appropriate, from a design standpoint, to have varying window coverings throughout the house or should they be consistent for design cohesion?
Not only is it appropriate, but a variety of window treatments is preferred so the home doesn’t feel too one note Tiarra. I choose a different covering for every single separate room in the home.
@@JulieKhuu that is the #1 "no-no" in interior design, coming from a designer. Imagine looking at your home from the street and every window looks different... certain windows are acceptable, but everything facing the street should either be the exact same, or close to the point where it is difficult to tell the change.
@@JulieKhuu to have a different window covering for every room is ridiculous. That not only makes your home feel messy md busy, it also looks like a clown show.
Working interior designer here- yes, and no. First of all, form has to follow function. I usually recommend room darkening in bedrooms, and light filtering in other rooms. Exceptions are theater rooms where Sun glare can really interfere with the function of the room.
Many clients also consider the street side view. I will work a design to possibly have the same, or similar outward appearance to the street side for a consistent look, especially if an HOA is involved.
And please forget the aforementioned “clown show” remark. If you want a house that looks well designed, everything should “go”, but not necessarily match. Consider function, and of course a treatment that reinforces the overall design. If you get stuck- go to a designer- we are here to help!
Great video
Love, love this video!! I live in an apartment which has horizontal blinds on every window accept the sliding glass door which have vertical blinds! I hate blinds and wondered if I can use curtains over them since I’m not sure I’m permitted to remove the blinds?!
Absolutely, sheers and curtains draped over is a great solution for renters!
Best guide to window treatment video I've watched! Didn't realize how deciding on window treatments could be so overwhelming and your video has put me at ease! Thank you!
This video was incredibly helpful, Julie! Your tips on choosing the right curtains for different rooms have completely transformed my home. Thank you for sharing your expertise!
Hi Julie, i love your videos, thank you so much for sharing so generously 🙏
Here is my window dilemma, I have a 5 mts tall x 2,5 mt window with a concrete bim 10 cm in front of the window. I need privacy in the day and a blackout at night. In this 10 cm space, I could not fit 2 window treatments.
Any suggestions? thank you 🌈
Another great video! ❤ Would love to see a video on how to address window treatments or other upscale privacy options for front doors with glass windows and/or sidelights. The house we are building has a large window w/sidelights on either side, showing the full view of our open floorplan (living/dining/kitchen), so we’ve been wrestling w/ideas to cover, avoiding the bunched sheer panels we grew up with. If we switch the glass to filtered decorative options offered by the door manufacturer, we lose the efficient insulation qualities of the glass currently installed in the door/windows. Any thoughts or videos I may have missed along the way where you speak to that issue? Thanks so much! 😊
I love installing a decorative rod on the upper interior wall of the door + sidelights. You can frame this elevation with beautiful drapery and add tie backs to keep them out of the way. If your style is more modern, thinner curtains on rings that fully open in this same fashion will do the trick!
0utstanding!👍💕W0W...this video timing is right on time for current living room window treatments DIY project.
Hope you got some good ideas Cecil! 👍🏻😊
@@JulieKhuu Absolutely!
I never knew I needed so much education on window treatments!
I love the way she keeps everything functional and practical despite the inherent design aesthetic viewpoint.
When I was growing up, the most common blinds were made of aluminum - Is that still a thing?
Great video Julie! I’m always so indecisive about what to use on my windows. I may reach out to you in the future when I’m ready for a specific room or area. Thanks again for sharing all of your knowledge.
For sure Laurie! I answer all questions in the comments section 😊👍🏻
@@JulieKhuu thank you!
Hello Julie, thank you for your videos about home interior designing. I have been watching all your video on feng shui, window treatments, sectionals, etc. What is your sofa right now behind this video?
Thank you for all your great advice! ❤️ Question: what do you think of new windows with blinds inside them for the living room? We are building new & although I love the look of our current 2 inch wooden blinds, I hate cleaning them! Thank you!
I feel so lucky to find this video. Super helpful!!! Thank you so much!
Thank you for watching 🙏😊
Love your videos! Whats the best window treatment for sliding glass doors. Need some insulation for cold and heat. Thanks!
You are so thoughtful and thorough. Love your videos, thank you.
Thank you so much Bonnie! Hope to see you back soon 🙏💗
Thank you! What about windows with a half arch above them? How do you address those that are not rectangular?
Wonderful videos! I love when you provide places to purchase. Please help me get a great bureau for the bedroom. You did a great video for night stands and I am getting the Canope bed frame you suggested and thank you for those. But I cannot find a quality bureau because I don;t know what to look for and if spending $3,000 it needs to be well made and I don't know how to ensure that so places to buy is so good. Thank you! Kathy
Julie, excellent video as always. Next, I will check the Ultimate Guide To Window Treatments video.
Let me know if you need additional help 👍☺️
Hi Julie! I am your recent follower of your content! Want to ask one question, what’s your take on zebra(day and night) window treatments? And will it look good with drapery panels? Like two layer of window treatment?
Thank you so much for sharing your amazing reviews and tips on choosing beautiful furniture! Your videos are incredibly helpful and inspiring.
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching 🙏🏻
So funny you mention shutters. We're in the middle of remodeling our kitchen and one of the things on my must haves is shutters on my south-facing wall of windows. Bc that's where all my potted herbs are and shades are NOT keeping my cats out of them. Im really hoping the shutters will do a better job cat-wise 😂🤣😂
I have to go watch your ultimate guide video now
Shutters are cat-proof! (I hear 😅)
Just on time, I was looking a Roman shade, but now I will wait
If you’re not going custom, I linked a few that I’ve sourced and loved in the description box 👍🏻😊
I have a bath room with a window over the tub/shower. What type of material should I use for a window treatment? Fabric will mold quickly if not maintained as I live in the humid south. Thank you for your helpful videos.
Non woven vinyl should do the trick Nanci 👍🏻 they’re made to look like fabric, but so easy to clean and resists mildew
Thanks for the informative video! Is it always better to put curtain for both sides?
Yes, almost 99% of the time
The shade, the SHAADEE of it all!
Thanks for sharing.
Very helpful information.
Thank you for watching Cheryl! 😊🙏🏻
Excellent video, Julie. So much knowledge, thank you! It did give me useful ideas.
Awesome, thank you for stopping by Bruno! 🙏🏻😊
Hey Julie, awesome video! Thank you! What's the best way to hand curtains WITH sheers? Two rods one behind the other is okay?
Yes, use a double rod Jackie. They will be mounted on the same bracket
@@JulieKhuu Great, thanks for the response Julie, and btw I am a major fan of your channel. Been following you for over 2 years now!! 💗 Keep up the amazing work that you do!
So informative. Thank you!
Thank you for watching Jeanne- Marie! 🙏🏻😊
This video is awesome!
Hi Julie, thanks for this rundown on window treatments! What kind of window coverings do you choose when you have a double height ceiling in the living room with two rows of windows? I feel like I’m pretty much relegated to having to choose Roman shades or roller shades but so far the quotes are really adding up. Especially since you probably need to have motorized ones for the hard to reach upper level of windows?
I have installed motorized roller shades layered with softer (dummy) drapery panels for my clients’ double height walls. This is the most functional way to address these conditions, but you’re absolutely correct, not the most budget-friendly OD. You may also choose to keep the upper row bare and simply address the bottom row since they’re usually at a more typical height (9-10’)
Thank you for this video. What would you do with a triple window with a half round window above the center window. Would the rod go above the semi circle window or below it across the top of all three? Thank you in advance.
Dear Julie, I just love all your videos. So great design elements! 🙂
Thank you so much Abbi 🙏💖
Do u think the top down bottom up shade is better compared to roller shade? I like the roller shade in my dining room but it doesn’t have the function thought. So if I chose the roller with lighter filtering would be ok since I am in a ranch home with closing with neighbors. Thanks
Function first always Tiffany! If that makes more sense to you, go for it 👍
Thanks for the great content and all the links as well!!
Thank you for watching! 👍☺️
This makes me want to give so much credit to my grandmothers. I see now they knew the difference between curtains and drapes. I should have listened to them more instead of being ignorant. It all makes sense now. Oh and the shutters....yes a necessary evil when live in a populated area and PRIVACY is paramount!
Understand function first then styling second 🙌
We have a bow window in our master with semi privacy. We are lookingbfir something elegant to finish off the space.
We also have an open livingroom/dining room. We need more privacy in the dining room.
Any recommendations are greatly appreciated.
I just recently found your channel, but love your videos
What would you do for a valance?
I bought Ikea's motorized roller shades and am thinking of covering up the roll, sad they don't seem to sell a cover (unless I missed it). I need to be able to replace the battery so I might need to do a removable valance or leave a decent gap. I am mounting them inside the frame
trying to figure out my kitchen windows the are small and only go to the counter im thinking roman shades I would like privacy at night we live near a busy road
Great video.......
Question: My wash room has a large teal colour closet.
The wall is light grey.
What's the best colour blinds could I use at the windows?
There are two windows.
Hi Julie,
Great video! I have white traditional unpack French door at our informal small dining room. What can I put on the door. I love the light that comes through and what to keep it more modern.
Thank you Julie! Happy Holidays
Sorry for the typos! What do you suggest to place on my traditional white French doors to make it more modern? Thanks Julie
You can custom design sheers for more privacy or even add frosted film Nelly. Depends on your needs and intent
I’m currently looking to install windows blind treatment. Great tips subscribed 😊
Thank you for watching! I also have another video where I installed DIY shades myself, check it out under the DIY playlist 🤗
I just bought a new home, and have no idea what to do with all of the windows. Your video has helped me see tat I don't have to go "custom" on all of my windows.
If you have standard sized walls (108” or less), you can definitely source store-bought to save money Marie! 👍
Love it 😍
loved the video Great info
Love you videos! I have rads under windows but also need privacy. Is it okay to have Roman blinds with (decor) panels to frame? Same colour? Help?!
Do you mean window casings? Yes, of course, shades can be installed inside mount Tracy 👍🏻
Thank you for responding! I'm sorry - my question probably wasn't phrased very well. I have radiators under most of the windows in my house. I can't bear short curtains so I have long panels on either side but I can't close them for most of the year. I need privacy, though. I'm not crazy about blinds so wondering about Roman blinds but then I get stuck on colour. Same tone? Same colour as the curtains? I'm at a loss. It seems almost bulky?!? You have incredible style. Any suggestions would be so welcome.
I need window treatments. I have a wide window in the living room, next to the sliding door, which is also next to my kitchen, which is big as well. I bought curtain panels for the living room window and sliding door, what about my big O window in kitchen? I was thinking of Roman shade. My color curtains linens are cream beige. Will roman shades match with my curtains? I feel like my colors don't match too.
I love the content, ma'am Julie. Thanks a lot
Thank you for watching Aspher 😊🙏🏻
I love sheers!!!! Thank you for confirming it’s ok to use them. My styling esthetic is a combination of traditional and modern ( I think). Anyway, thanks for the the sheer confirmation. ❤
I love them! Use them in ALL my projects 🙌
What do you recommend for a large living room window that has a 6” baseboard heater below? I want the curtains floor length . Is this possible? The dining room will have same curtains but there is no heater. Your help is greatly appreciated.
Hi Julie, I really enjoy your informative videos! I am going through a major renovation of a Spanish Colonial-style home. We are fortunate to have beautiful views and no neighbors behind. There are a lot of windows and French-style doors that currently have power shades. Would you add/ layer sheers?
Depends on the view and whether I need privacy. If yes, sheers are perfect. If not, I would leave the windows bare
Thank you for an informative video! Any advice on how to dress a corner window?
Thank you for your practical advice as always. May I know your suggestion about window treatments for bow windows and bay windows? Also, for windows below having radiators.
I like custom inset shades for bay and bow windows. Shades + dummy panels for windows with radiators, assuming the heat is coming from the center of the window and not on the sides Shirley
I needed this! Thank you!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you for watching Reesee! 🙏🏻😊
Hi Julie. I have a beach house whereby the entire 20’ wall is sliding glass doors. I do not want to loose the water view! There is enough of a balcony that I do not get direct sun, but the temp of the room is significantly different than the rest of the house and will certainly increase my utility bill. I’ve thought of Solar shades to maintain my view but will they help with temperature? Thank you. Deb
Love the content! Great video!
Thank you for watching Jacklyn 😊🙏🏻
how do I measure each of double drapes with a triple pleat header? should I add few more inches each panel to ensure there will be no gap in between?
Thank you so much for the video ! What is best rod diameter for sheer or semi sheer curtain in formal living room ? We are not adding any other curtains . Less then 1 inch looks clumsy and very causal to me but I am not sure if 1 inch or even bigger looks good with sheer curtain! Also do you have any recommendation where to find semi sheer curtain ?
I have my sheers on a 1” rod with 1.25” rings
Thank you so much for the reply 🙏
Thank you; here in Germany we often combine cheers with curtains?
That’s the perfect combination 👏🏻
Love shears, too. Does the right side of the shears face inside or outside? Thanks.
Right side, inside. It’s for me to look at, not you 😉
Hi Julie. Great video, exactly what I needed. I have a large arched window in our front living room, next to the entry. It is south facing so the sun shines through in the afternoon and it faces the street. I would like to keep the brightness in the room, filter the direct sunlight during the day, but have privacy at night since anyone walking by at night could see right in. The house has great curb appeal with this window front and center so would like something that looks nice from the outside as well. I am on the verge of going with shutters but would love your input. Thank you!
I would get sheers layered with blackout panels and hang them high on the wall about 3-4” below the ceiling to clear the arch. Functional and beautiful from the inside out 😍
You can also do a custom arched cellular blind in a light filtering fabric. That way you can enjoy the architecture, but still have the privacy!
Hi Julie, thanks for this video. Good timing, we just finished changing the windows in our living area. My husband and I are looking/thinking what is the best window cover? Our purpose is to minimize sun shine to go through our living area..we also consider the nice view (fjord).
I would consider a Sun shade. An interior mounted roller shade may do the trick. If you use a darker fabric, it will cut down on the sun glare, but still have good view through!
I love solar shades to block out UVA/ UVB rays, paired with sheers or panels to soften up the elevation and let the light in when you need it Yo!
@@marenwilliams2787 thank you for your comment
@@JulieKhuu thank you for your answer Julie❤️
What color rod should I use if the crown molding is white, wall is swiss coffee and the curtains are ivory/cream. The rods will be hung on the wall at the lower edge of the white crown molding. Thank you
Great topic! Thanks!
Thank you for watching Sophia! 😊🙏🏻
Hi Julie, I am about to install the WiFi control motorized curtain tracks for my MBR’s sliding door (open one sided with views) and customize the curtain, your video is comes in time. Please advise if it’s better to set it as both sides openings (sake’s if symmetrical) or one sided opening which will pull it to my wall corner(not blocking view when not use) . There is another small windows next to this sliding door that I’m using the top down bottom up honeycomb shades.
One side, especially if it stacks up on a solid portion of the wall for optimal viewing purposes 👍🏻
I have a sliding door panel that is 105" × 105" in a livingroom with 12' ceiling. Should I hang the curtain all the way up? Or just 4~6" above the door frame?
Thank you!! I have newsy neighbors. I have to get roman shades and drapes for my living room and dining room.
With privacy liner! 😅
Hi. Thank you for all the information. Can we line white sheers? Like I want the light look but I also want a little privacy without layering with any other form of window treatment. I might put dummy curtains on both sides though, at a higher height, like 2-3 inches below the ceiling. Unfortunately as I have a split A/C right above the window centre, which can’t be moved anywhere else. So the sheers can’t go all the way to the top, I can put these sheers only a few inches above the window, the ac blocks the height. For height thinking of giving dummy curtains on the sides, which will go all the way up. So can I line them?
You can line any type of panel, but of course they wouldn’t be considered completely “sheer” any more
Julie; I just discovered your channel. I’m building a custom home, I’m at the window treatment stage. What type of window treatment can I use for patio doors in my bedroom. My husband wants to tint the windows as we have no neighbors and have complete privacy.
How would you cover a slightly arched bedroom window that faces the street?
Hi Julie, I commented on your older video, but I'll ask here. How do you feel about roller shades that are reverse rolled? Trying to figure out what to do on new construction modern townhome.
Reverse rolls are great for keeping the light to a minimum. You’ll never truly get blackout, but when you need it tight to the window, this is a great method
Thanks for the information of window treatments.
Hope this helps guide your direction Fransira 👍🏻😊
We have french doors in our kitchen and next to them we have windows that measure 68" x 28" (26" from the floor) and when I hang my sheers, should I cover the windows or leave them exposed? The sheers would not open/close, they would be there to simply soften the lines of the door/windows. I did order my sheers from one of your recommended sites. I needed 120" sheers and was having quite the time finding some that I liked with nickel grommets. On the length, since I'll have a few inches to play with, would you suggest puddling the bottoms or giving them a 2" hem? Thank you.
2” hem, kissing the floors, run the sheers over the adjacent windows as well Cathleen. This will diffuse the light across this entire elevation and even make your home feel larger 👍🏻
Hi I have a 6’x6’window in my kitchen above a bench seat used with a 6’ x 24” table….no privacy issues to worry about…main reason I need any window covering is to filter light away from certain object that can get bleached by sunlight during summer and for some extra warmth during winter months…I’m thinking natural roller shades or roman shades. It would have to be an inside mount because the seat and window bump out 12” from floor. The window is configured as a transom with two double hung windows beneath. My question is should i get 1 large shade or break into two? The transom is what throws me off…any advice would be most appreciated…thank you for sharing 😊kim
Sounds nice. I think I'd get one large "honeycomb " shade to cover the whole window opening that you can raise up or lower from the top down to just access the transom part of the window. I wonder what Julia thinks.
One large so you don’t break up the beautiful elevation Kimberly. Solar shades would work well for what you’re describing. You can also tint the windows in the meantime to block harmful UVA/ UVB rays. They have clear window “tint” just for this purpose. Good luck!
@@JulieKhuu Aftermarket window films generally void window warranties and are not suggested unless installed by the original window company. In addition, films provide very little protection against UV fading.
Solar shades provide nearly 0 insulation and would only help keep sunlight (and subsequently heat) out during the summer, but provide little to no change during the winter.
@@Lili-xq9sn I've been in the custom window covering industry for long enough to agree with you wholeheartedly. Honeycomb shades will be lightweight enough to cover the entire window with 0 issues, they will be the best insulator for the application, and they will stack up out of the way when unused.
The TDBU (top-down bottom-up) is also a great idea and would be worth exploring.
A single piece looks far better when dealing with most windows. The only split pieces that should ever be on a window are those that have ends lining up with the window mullions.
I would take Lili's suggestion, below, and go with a single, TDBU honeycomb/cellular shade.
Also, natural roller shades don't exist, sadly. They may be a natural look, but are not actually natural materials, so you may be disappointed when you see them in person.
Hi Julie , thank you do much for all your videos . I do have Shutters (white) . What type of panels could I accent with . Sheer or drapery type , and should they be white also ? Thank you for your help .
I would add color to the mix for contrast- drapery panels would be my pick to support the heaviness of the shutters Patty
Great video. Thank you.
Thank you for watching Kaladevi 🙏🏻😊
Great video- thank you. If curtains not wide enough, do I just buy more and place it next to each other?
Yes, if you’re purchasing prefab curtains Barbora. I linked some favorites in the description box that allow you specify the width as well so it’s just one panel instead of multiple
I have 4 south-facing windows that are 2 feet wide and 6 feet tall. This is a bump-out so two of the windows are at an angle and there is a bench seat below. We need to block out the summer sun. The other problem is a German Shepherd that lies on the bench seat and will make window coverings dirty. I don't know what is best. Don't really like short curtains, but they cannot go to the floor because of the built-in bench. Help!
Thank you so much for all information!
Thank you for watching Vicky! 😊🙏🏻
Great video. But, please remember that while those sheer shades look nice in the bathroom during the day people can see in at night from outside when the bathroom light is on!!
Yes, there’s that 🙈😆
If you have sheers in the bathroom you still have to use some type of an opaque shade or motorized shade underneath to close at night.
I have a wider patio door in my dining room facing the back of my house (I have a bit of green space blocking between my neighbour and my house) I have a small bungalow. My living room with wide windows are across my dining room ( same side as the patio ) . I like the morning sun coming through . Should I use sheers as my window treatment for both windows and patio door
Sheers would be my vote Susan, let’s the beautiful light in. You can always layer with drapery if privacy becomes an issue at night 👍🏻
Thank you so much , I love all your videos from decorating to fengshui. ❤️🤗.
Thanks Julie! This is great. Question - where do you typically get the curtain rods with extended length? We have a wide window (108 inches) and I’ve been having trouble finding a rod that’s long enough..
@UCqTxlde3Sat2_YI1pQz2lAg oops sorry I messed up - we actually needed a rod with 180 inches 😳
You won’t find one that long F. Even custom would be divided in half with a center bracket for support. You won’t ever visually see this break since it’s hidden behind the bracket. Hidden traverse rods can also do the trick