Using Different Window Treatments Together in San Diego Homes

For some San Diego homeowners, a single window treatment on certain windows may not satisfy. Whether it’s to achieve a particular style, improve heat and light blocking ability, or for any other reason, using multiple window treatments has become fairly commonplace.

So which window treatment pairings work best to give your home stunning looks and top-notch window coverage? Let’s take a look at some of the most popular combinations for San Diego homes.

Combining Plantation Shutters with Draperies

Those draperies don’t need to be heavy, highly functional window coverings when accompanied by shutters, either. Even a thin accent drape to the side of the window can fulfill the same purpose, as your shutters give your windows more than sufficient coverage.

Pairing Shades with Draperies

 

A window treatment combo consisting of shades and draperies can imbue your space with a classy look, great for bedrooms and living rooms. What gives this pairing such a unique appeal is in the differing textures that are achievable, particularly with roman or cellular shades. When you match colors but have different textures, you’re able to make that space feel simultaneously cozy and classy.

Using Valances and Cornices with Other Window Treatments

Although they’re not as frequently used as they once were, valances and cornices are still used in some places, and can fulfill a great role when paired with the right partner. Like drapes do when paired with shutters, a cornice or valance is most likely going to be your accent piece. We suggest pairing an interesting color above with a more neutral window treatment, like Polywood® plantation shutters or faux-wood blinds. This type of combo does especially well in certain rooms like the kitchen, where you’d benefit from a waterproof window treatment like Polywood.

Window Film Works with Any Window Treatment 

Years ago, window film was just used to darken windows, which was a double-edged sword as it could make a space feel somewhat dull and prevent you from seeing a clear view outside. Modern window film has solved these issues, as it blocks close to 80% of solar energy without impairing your view with a layer of shade.

That makes window film a great combo piece to any window treatment, since it can seamlessly adhere to your window glass and drastically increase your window’s energy-blocking ability. Window film accomplishes all this while giving you total freedom in how you want to dress your window, whether you choose roman shades, plantation shutters, or any other window treatment.