Last week our old blinds from the main living area went out the window with the old windows, which basically makes our corner house open for everyone driving/walking/biking by to see. So, we’ve been searching for replacement window coverings not only for privacy, but to block some of the afternoon sun. My top requirement is to have something that is relatively easy to open and close. We both like the idea of plantation shutters, but aren’t hip on the price, so it is looking like drapes will be the answer. I saw these pictures at Design Sponge and have held onto it for inspiration. I think it would look nice to have the curtain rods to extend past the windows on each side so that when the curtain is pulled to the side, it frames the window. I also think it makes sense to have the curtain on rings (think shower curtain) because I think the curtains will slide easier. Finally, while I have considered window length drapes, I feel that the floor length variety will be more appealing. I’m welcome to any comments or suggestion!
I finally put curtains on my sliding glass door. It took 4 panels, but helps with the hot sun and the cold air coming through the door. My curtains have big circle gromets on them. Makes it easy to move! I bought a curved curtain rod from JC Penney, because I have the vertial blinds there.
We started this conversation last week – I had floor length drapes in our guest room and recently replaced them with ones that are just below the window. They make the room look much larger than the floor length ones did — they are the same general color and style, but somehow it seems to make a difference.
I agree with the rings and framing the windows on the sides, especially since you can get good sunlight and cross breeze!
I love the idea concerning the drapes. I want to do this very thing in my bedroom. Just make sure the rings are made of or appear to be wood. No white plastic please. Sissy