Tips For Combining Window Treatments in New York Homes

For some homeowners in New York, one window treatment on some windows may not be sufficient. Whether it’s to achieve a particular style, increase the amount of heat and sunlight you can block, or for any other reason, combining window treatments has become a common practice.

So what are the window treatment combinations that work best to give your home great looks and the most effective window coverage? Let’s break down some of the best combos for New York homes.

Using Plantation Shutters with Drapes

The drapes you pair with shutters don’t have to be heavy-duty, highly functional window coverings when paired with shutters, either. Even a thin accent drape to the side of your window can accomplish the same goal, as the plantation shutters give your windows more than enough protection.

Putting Shades and Draperies Together

 

A pairing of shades and draperies can give a room an elegant look, ideal for rooms that you want to show off. The unique appeal of this combination is in the differing textures you can end up with, specifically with roman or cellular shades. When you can complement colors but vary textures, you’re able to make that room feel simultaneously cozy and sophisticated.

Window Treatments with Cornices and Valances

Although they’re not as common as they once were, valances and cornices do still pop up in some places, and can fulfill a niche when paired with the right partner. Like drapes do when paired with shutters, a cornice or valance will usually function as an accent. We recommend pairing an interesting color up top with a neutral-toned window treatment, like Polywood® plantation shutters or faux-wood blinds. This type of combination works especially well in specific rooms like the kitchen, where you probably want a water-resistant window treatment such as Polywood.

Window Film Goes with Any Window Treatment 

Back when it was first introduced, window film was just used to blacken windows, which had a drawback because it could make a space feel somewhat dull as well as prevent you from seeing a clear view outside. Modern window film doesn’t have these issues, as it blocks close to 80% of energy from the sun without clouding your view with a layer of tint.

That makes window film a great complement to other window treatments, as it can seamlessly be affixed to your window glass and drastically improve your window’s energy efficiency. Window film can do all this while allowing you complete freedom in how you want to dress the window, whether you choose honeycomb shades, plantation shutters, or a different window treatment.