Frozen with fright about choosing custom drapery panels to pair with your new blinds? Terrified your custom window treatment selections will not complement the theme of your room? Quell those fears! Finding custom drapery to match existing décor is nothing to dread—it can be a rewarding and enjoyable experience as well as add distinctive panache to an otherwise ordinary room.
Custom drapery and drapery panels are an easy and effective way to spruce up or add style to custom blinds or shades. Choosing the right drapery for your home is as easy as calling Eddie Z's Blinds and Drapery (877-4-BLINDS) or stopping by your nearest Eddie Z's store location. Eddie Z's expert decorators will come to your home or advise you in-store to help you make the drapery decision of your dreams.
If you want an idea of what style of custom drapery you’re looking for, here are questions you will want to think about in advance:
Are your windows large or small?
The size of your windows will be key in deciding what drapery you choose—larger windows can handle a more dramatic look with longer, heavier fabrics like swags layered over side panels on top of traversing drapery. For smaller windows, try using a valance attached above flat side panels. Adding fringe can incorporate a desirable designer appeal.
What is the current visual style in the room(s) where the drapery will hang?
Traditional? Victorian? Contemporary?
The appearance of every room in your home has a theme—even if you may not realize it! If you’re having trouble identifying your personal style, pay attention to colors of carpet, walls, accessories and furniture in each room. Classic, bright colors as well as antique art, mirrors or vases indicate a traditional flair. Dark, bold colors and patterns along with lavish lighting suggest Victorian elegance. Contemporary leans toward sleek and clean with colors such as brown, black and white; any themed expressions like Asian or Mediterranean also fit into the modern category.
What directions do your windows face?
Window direction is a factor if you have bothersome direct sunlight. If the sunlight from your windows is fading carpet or furniture colors or the setting sun always seems to get in your eyes… you will want to select drapery that is able to close completely—Ring Topped Blocked side panels with decorative fringe over a hard treatment like shutters will achieve this look without making the window look heavy.
Are you interested in energy saving drapery?
If you are going green by using products made from a renewable resource or you simply want to protect your home from light damage while preventing cold & heat from escaping through your windows, drapery can help you do this. Utilizing thermal or blackout lined drapery on top of trendy solar shades or honeycomb cellular shades is a simple and stylish way to achieve energy efficiency.
The most important aspect of custom drapery choice is having an idea of what look you want your new custom drapery to complete. For user-friendly idea stimulation, check out www.eddiezs.com/drapery and peruse pictures showcasing the numerous drapery style selections offered at Eddie Z's.
Whether used alone or layered to add depth, drapery can add color and finesse to any room. Fear not; you now have the knowledge to welcome drapery into your home with open… panels.
Mary Clesen, Marketing
Eddie Z's Blinds and Drapery
708.246.6600
marycl@eddiez.us
