Window Treatment Wonders: How A Simple Window Valance Can Dress Up A Room

If you are looking for an easy and inexpensive way to dress up a room, a window valance is up to the challenge. Window valances can be purchased or custom-made in nearly any color or design to match your interior design style. They are easy to hang, and many styles can be machine washed and dried, which makes them easy to maintain.

Café valances

With their simple and straight design, café style valances can be used in any room, but are especially popular in kitchens. If your kitchen windows are small, hanging a valance above the window instead of over the window will add height. Valances can be used alone or with shutters and window blinds if privacy is a concern.

Blouson valances

Perfect for homes decorated in a Victorian or cottage theme, blouson valances will be right at home in the living room or to add a touch of romance to a master bedroom. Their puffy look can be enhanced by tucking tissue paper inside the blouson fabric to give it a fuller look. Blouson valances add dimension to the room and will dress up even the most boring windows.

Swag valances

A good choice for windows where you want a little extra coverage without sacrificing the view, swag valances work well in any room. Old-fashioned and charming, they look nice in modern farmhouse homes or traditional-style homes. Layer a swag valance over draperies to create a layered look in a bedroom, living room, or dining room. 

Scarf valances

If you enjoy a carefree look, a scarf valance will not disappoint. Scarf valances can simply be draped over a curtain rod and allowed to flow freely or twisted to add a fun and creative look to a room. They work well in dining and living rooms but can be used to add a fun and playful look to any room.

Box pleated valances

Modern and contemporary rooms are a good match for box pleated valances. These valances are simple and uncluttered. Their simplistic look makes them a welcome addition to rooms where you wish to create a soothing but sophisticated look.

Using valances for window treatments instead of standard drapes and curtains can save you money, and your windows will still look great. You will have plenty of designs and colors to choose from and can use them alone or with window shades. Valances are a small improvement that will make a big impact on the look of a room.

For more information about window treatments, contact a local company, like Thundersley Interiors.