Ready to get new window treatments in your home? You’re likely excited and prepared for the upgrade. But who knew there were so many options and details to work through? How do you know which window treatment option will suit you best? With this Ultimate Window Treatment Guide, you won’t need to look any further.
Whether you’re updating your current space or outfitting a new home, you need to find the right balance of style and functional light control. That’s not easy to do when you aren’t an interior designer. Even if you have a good eye for this kind of thing, you need to understand your options.
There are TONS of options available for window treatments. But you don’t have time to explore every one of them in depth.
Don’t worry. No need to spend weeks (or months!) staring at your bare windows while you go down endless internet rabbit holes. *This Ultimate Guide brings all window treatments together so you can find out the most important details — fast. *
The Ultimate Guide to Window Treatments also digs deep into the buying and installation options out there, so you can purchase with confidence and enjoy the experience from start to finish.
Read on to discover everything you need to know about window shades, blinds, and getting the perfect window treatment for your interior.
For many, the first step to starting this process is measuring your windows. Keep in mind that sometimes this won’t be necessary if you partner with a full-service company, but for those who need to, we’ve got some steps to help you through it.
To measure your windows for new window treatments, you’ll need:
(If your windows are too high or out of reach, consider using a professional. At Stoneside, we do ALL the measurements for you.)
When you’re ready, measure from one end of the window to the other. Make sure you pay attention to the type of measurement you need — interior vs. exterior. An interior measurement is from edge to edge inside the trim. An exterior measurement includes the surrounding trim on the wall.
(Typically, blinds are an interior measurement. Shades can be interior or exterior, depending on your style goals.)
Record your measurement to the nearest quarter inch on a piece of paper.
Do the same thing, but this time vertically. Again, ensure you’re getting the correct type of measurement per the instructions of your manufacturer.
Record your measurement to the nearest quarter inch on a piece of paper.
Repeat these steps for all your windows, even if you believe they are the same measurements. You’ll want your measurements as accurate as possible to ensure a snug fit and optimal light and temperature control.
The way you measure may need to be adjusted depending on how you plan to mount your treatments, and some places even recommend measuring six different points in the window. If you know where you’re ordering your window treatments, reach out to their customer service or check their FAQ page for a tutorial to ensure you’re getting the correct measurements for your new window treatments.
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Sound like a little more of a hassle than you want to take on? You’re not the only one. Many people opt for custom window treatments so they can outsource these details to the pros. If that sounds like you, go ahead and put that measuring tape away. This full-service approach means zero measuring on your end, my friend.
Many shade and blind companies will outsource the installation teams, subcontracting this task to other companies. At Stoneside, we do things a bit differently, and according to our customers — a whole lot better.
Stoneside is proud to have our very own installation team. We’ve done extensive vetting and training, so these installers are the best in the industry. They’re focused on giving you a 5-star experience, and they’re experts on all of our products, as opposed to having general knowledge on how window treatments work.
If you’re still unsure about what installation experience you prefer, that’s okay! You’re still at the starting stage, and as you go through this guide, you’ll likely gain some insight into what you may be looking for for your home. Don’t let this part of the process keep you from exploring your options for your new window treatments.
Even if you know what style of window treatment you want, where do you get them and how. What should you expect from different types of providers?
Shade and Blind Options and Buying Process: This budget-friendly option will give you the basics. You’ll be able to cover your windows, but your choices may be limited. Curtains and shades will come in pre-determined measurements and styles.
Measuring and Preparation: You’ll be responsible for measuring and doing all prep yourself.
Installation: Be prepared to install them yourself or outsource to a contractor at your own discretion. If you choose to do this yourself, make sure you have the equipment you need.
If you don’t want to purchase your window treatments from a box store, you can seek out a professional window treatment company.
These providers will show you your options, but you’ll still be responsible for choosing your own window treatments without expert industry knowledge and insights or guidance from a design professional.
Measuring and Preparation: Most likely, you’ll be expected to measure and prep yourself before ordering.
Installation: If your provider does offer installation options, they’ll most likely be outsourcing the installation to a subcontractor who deals with all types of window treatments — but doesn’t necessarily specialize in the provider’s products themselves.
If you want to go beyond a basic provider, Stoneside specializes in providing a white glove experience from start to finish.
Our consultants aren’t salespeople — they’re designers. And they’ll come right to your home to give you face-to-face insights into Stoneside’s process and share their interior design knowledge. You have access to all of the details so you can select your window treatments with confidence.
Measuring and Preparation: Sit back and enjoy your cup of coffee (or maybe a glass of wine). Our experts will do the rest.
Installation: The quality of products we provide can only be matched with installers who know and understand our products. Our installers are thoroughly vetted and are only ours — they’re a part of our team, not subcontractors. They’ll install your window treatments with absolute professionalism — and clean up every bit of dust and debris from installation before they leave.
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