Tips For Combining Window Treatments in Salt Lake City Homes

For some homeowners in Salt Lake City, one window treatment on certain windows might not satisfy. Whether it’s to achieve a particular aesthetic, increase the amount of heat and sunlight you can block, or any of a variety of other reasons, combining window treatments has become fairly common.

So what are the window treatment combos that give your home the most stunning looks and top-notch window coverage? Let’s break down some of the most popular pairings for Salt Lake City homes.

Combining Plantation Shutters with Draperies

The drapes you pair with shutters don’t need to be heavy-duty, highly functional window treatments when paired with shutters, either. Even an accent drapery on either side of your window can get the job done, as your shutters give your windows more than enough protection.

Putting Shades and Draperies Together

 

A pairing of shades and draperies can give a room an elegant look, perfect for bedrooms and living rooms. The unique appeal of this pairing comes from the differing textures that are achievable, especially with roman or cellular shades. When you can complement colors but vary textures, you can make your room feel simultaneously comfortable 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 certain spaces, and can fulfill a great role when combined with the right window covering. Like drapes do when paired with shutters, a valance or cornice will typically be your accent piece. We recommend utilizing an interesting color up top with a more neutral window treatment, like Polywood® plantation shutters or faux-wood blinds. This kind of pairing works incredibly well in specialty rooms like the kitchen, where you’d benefit from a waterproof window treatment such as Polywood.

Window Film Pairs with Any Window Treatment 

Back when it was first introduced, window film was just used to blacken windows, which had a drawback since it could make a space feel somewhat lifeless and prevent you from seeing a clear view outside. The window film available today lacks these issues, as it blocks nearly 80% of solar energy without hindering your view with a layer of shade.

That makes window film a great partner to other window treatments, since it can easily adhere to your window glass and drastically increase your window’s energy-blocking ability. Window film can do all this while allowing you free reign in how you want to dress your window, whether you choose roman shades, plantation shutters, or a different window treatment.