Window treatment

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A window treatment is a cover or modification of a window, often with the aim of enhancing the aesthetics of the window and the room.

Types[edit]

Window modifications[edit]

• Hard treatments – these are made of hard materials such as wood, vinyl or aluminum. A more in depth description of the different types of hard treatments can be found below:
  • Window shutters; are usually installed into the window frame and consist of louvers, made either of wood or a poly resin that can either be stationary or tilt. They do not move up and down like blinds but in certain applications can fold across the window.
    • Types of shutters include:
      • Wood shutters
      • Poly resin shutters
  • Window blinds; have louvers which allow the user to open to a view without lifting the shade. It allows one to manipulate the light to create a customized feel. The name blinds comes from their use in blocking people from seeing into a home; they essentially "blind the observer's view". Over time, many new options and designs have developed, including anti-dust features and fabric tapes for blinds.
    • Types of blinds include:
      • Natural wood blinds
      • Faux wood blinds (also known by brand names such as Plaswood)
      • Vinyl mini blinds in various sizes, e.g. 25 mm (1 in) and 50 mm (2 in)
      • Vinyl/fabric vertical blinds
      • Aluminum blinds
  • Window shades; are a piece of fabric which rolls, stacks or folds, traditionally opening to a view only when the shade is rolled up. Certain shades do allow for view through (e.g., sheer shades).
    • Types of shades include:
      • Roman shades
      • Roller shades
      • Solar shades
      • Cellular shades
      • Pleated shades
      • Sheer shades
• Soft treatments are anything made of soft materials, such as:
  • Curtains
  • Drapery

Modifications around windows[edit]

Treatments around the window include:

• Molding
• Cornice board or pelmet
• Window valance

Modifications applied to glass[edit]

Treatments applied directly to the glass include:

• Frosted glass
• Smart glass
• Stained glass

Other modifications[edit]

Modern professional window treatments offer options for mobilized systems or systems which are designed for children safety.

See also[edit]

• Window covering, materials used to cover windows for managing sunlight, privacy, provide weatherproofing or decoration

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