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Post by librarylady on Feb 18, 2016 20:04:41 GMT
The answer is probably so obvious, but I am having a difficult time with what to do for the windows in the breakfast area.
We have windows on 3 sides--20" windows on the shorter sides and a double window (total of 72") on the longer side.
The windows overlook our back yard --that yard has 2 levels and beyond the yard is a "wild" area--stream, trees etc.
The property across the creek/stream has no home visible during the growing season (the house on the far end is hidden by trees) and so it appears to be an open field.
We enjoy looking at the wild area--birds, wildlife etc.
In the past, I have had short valences at the top of the windows (about 10")...and a lace cafe curtain on the lower part.
This allowed lots of light in, as well as the ability for us to see whatever is happening outdoors.
I'm in the mood to change the window treatment.
My goal: Keep the ability to enjoy what we see outside. Let light in.
Shutters: that would block view in the lower area.
Blinds: Not making me feel excited.
Drapes: Not suitable at all--this is a casual space
Is my previous treatment the best idea for my goal?
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calgal08
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Post by calgal08 on Feb 18, 2016 21:08:29 GMT
Not sure if this is your style, but at every window in our house (that has some sort of covering) we have bamboo blinds, with a bamboo valance at the top. We bought them online from a company that custom makes them to your size specifications.
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Post by Patter on Feb 18, 2016 22:08:52 GMT
Our entire back of the house overlooks the lake. I keep the blinds pulled up in the breakfast room and living room so then essentially, there is nothing on the windows. We LOVE seeing the blue water from many parts of the house with no window treatments blocking our view. They are up 24x7! I say if you like looking out like that, keep it open.  |
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Post by Darcy Collins on Feb 18, 2016 22:23:56 GMT
What about Roman shades? Unlimited fabric choices, essentially a valance when pulled, but you have the ability to lower to block light/view
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Post by tarheelgurl on Feb 18, 2016 22:29:25 GMT
I like the look of shutters on the bottom (for privacy at night) and valances on top.
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Post by rst on Feb 19, 2016 0:12:40 GMT
We have a similar setting -- green belt with dense trees and no neighbors in sightlines. We don't put anything on our windows. I guess at one point we tried lace valences, but they just got dusty and didn't really add to our enjoyment of the space.
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