When it comes to outfitting the home with window treatments, there is an endless list of options for homeowners these days. Often, homeowners choose store-bought curtains instead of considering fully customizable options. Why? Because, it’s easy.

But, what happens when you tire of the cheap and easy curtains and want more for your home? What happens when the newly purchased curtains are hung and you discover they are not, in fact, blackout curtains and the neighbors can still see into your bedroom?

The experts at Blinds & Drapery Showroom want to share with you a few Media, PA window blinds, shades, and shutter options. Keep reading.

Vertical Blinds

Vertical blinds are often associated with business establishments and commercial settings. But, they can look beautiful in the home, too. Sliding patio doors and very expansive windows can be difficult to cover easily. Often, curtains just aren’t wide enough to provide the privacy needed. And, the wider the window, the heavier and more difficult the operation will be for horizontal blinds. Vertical blinds won’t be a challenge to open to see the view past the patio door. Plus, they now come in all sorts of colors and materials: fabric, wood, hard vinyl, and aluminum (though, the aluminum provides a more commercial look…).

Roller Shades

This specific window shade option is perfect for the homeowner looking to replace their old curtains with something a bit more modern. Choose a material that best matches the interior textures of each room, such as vinyl, room-darkening fabrics, light-filtering, or even blackout fabric. Here’s what’s best about roller shades:

Low profile. More and more, homeowners are looking for simpler window covering designs meant to complement the room’s decor instead of command it.
Inexpensive, yet classy. This selection tends to cost less than other shades without forfeiting privacy and natural light.
Easy maintenance. There’s nothing better than a beautiful window covering that’s also easy to maintain. One smooth, flat surface instead of multiple slats (as with blinds and shutters) or deep folds (as with curtains and drapes) is much easier to dust.

Plantation Shutters

The southern charm of plantation shutters makes this option hugely popular among homeowners looking to soften their space with a historic, cozy appeal. This style has wide louvers and angled slats which are adjusted by the center spine when shufted up and down. Reasons to consider plantation shutters as a window treatment option:

They’ve been around a long time due to their functionality.
They help mitigate thermal comfort indoors by keeping the sunlight out when it’s hot.
They protect the flooring from fading.
For resale, they can be factored into the price of the home.

To learn more about window treatment options that extend beyond simple, store-bought curtains, consider working with the professionals at Blinds & Drapery Showroom. Here, the Media , PA window blinds, shades, and shutters options we can offer will transform your home into a cozy, beautiful retreat, the way you’ve always wanted. If you’re tired of your outdated curtains, we’d love to help. We are located at 1247 W Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083 and we can be reached at (610) 853-0900. Give us a call soon!