Dress Up Your Windows

If you don’t have them already, consider energy-efficient replacement windows for your western Michigan home. Replacing older windows with energy-efficient models is a cost-effective step in home improvement.

Windows are often among the first items on a Michigan home to show wear and tear. Picking the right replacement windows means choosing windows that will save you money on your energy bill. These windows also allow you to match the fixtures of a current room or give a room a fresh new look.

Dress Them Up
Once you’ve decided on new windows, have them installed by a professional. When that’s done, you might want to start thinking about window treatment.

There are many different ways to dress your windows. One thing you want to consider is the functionality of the window. You may want a different treatment for a double-hung window as opposed to an awning window that rolls outward.

Is this a window that will be used for privacy? If you are setting up window dressings in a bedroom or bathroom, you may want curtains or shades that provide plenty of cover. In a living room or dining room, you may want plenty of natural light with less of a need for privacy. In fact, in rooms like these, you may want your window treatments to act more as decorations.

Let There Be Light?
Some window treatments, like roller shades, offer a limited view. They are either up, down or somewhere in the middle. They don’t offer any real light-filtering options. Blinds and shutters will offer you more flexibility in controlling how much natural light enters a room. If you love the look of your window and want to show it off a bit, consider a window treatment that exposes a lot of the glass.

The Right Room
Before you make a final decision on a window treatment, consider the room. Decide if the room would benefit from a soft window treatment, like curtains or drapes. If it’s a less decorative room, a hard window treatment, like blinds, might be the answer.