Posted on June 20, 2010.
Curtains & blinds Bathroom These days, paying more attention to the previously humble bathroom. Luxurious bathrooms are a trend (which is probably here to stay)-incorporating spa-inspired amenities and luxurious materials in your bathroom is becoming de rigueur. Bathrooms are turning into the new shelter, and some busy professionals feel it is one of their only chances to get time alone in the day. Built-in saunas TV and radios, coffee makers and hot tubs are all integrated in bathrooms. Your bathroom window treatments should complement the look of your bathroom decor while meeting the unique requirements that must be dealt with in a private space.
Think about the environment; bathrooms are wet. Even if you want a good treatment bathroom window for a queen and your heart is on the curtains or roman shades, explore the possibilities of synthesis that will not mildew. Ditto for hardwoods can warp-go faux wood, composite or vinyl and save a few bucks while you're there (ie fake wood blinds, wooden shutters false). Ventilation is important in a bathroom, so make sure your window treatment does not interfere with the functioning of the window.
Confidentiality, privacy, privacy. If your bathroom windows facing the street or a neighbor, light control blinds or shades (fabric, aluminum, vinyl, woven and natural), the components of the device or coated panel. For windows on the second or third floor, look up and down / bottom-up improvements that provide both daylight and privacy.
Be the style and theme appropriate. For a more clear, clean look popular in many spa-style bath house, keep things simple and elegant with a simple horizontal blind, shade or drapery panel covering the window. For a more elaborate, layered look, suitable for panels with traditional French, Mediterranean and country-inspired decor, pair attractive salaries top, side, or garlands with colors that complement other accents in the room above your window blinds or shades.
It may seem like an insignificant part of your bathroom remodeling or decorating plans, but the right window treatment can be the finishing touch to a beautiful bathroom. And the wrong window treatment (ie that can not handle the demands of the environment) will simply not last and from a design point of view affect the overall beauty and design consistency.
These days there are tons of window covering options, colors, textures and various improvements, it can be a little intimidating. If you feel you can talk to an expert who can help to reduce the list. There are also several brand names such as Hunter Douglas, Levolor, Bali, Kirsch, Graber and COMFORTEX. I have not noticed there is a huge difference in quality between the various manufacturers, so do not worry too much about it. If you want to save money look at some of the signature brands of the retailer. They are generally very similar in quality and are generally 10-20% cheaper. Just ask what the warranty is for the brands signature and perhaps learn more about customer feedback. If you're comfortable with the assurances and comments, I say save the money. Nobody will look at the labels of your blinds.