Window Treatments

As it turns out, blackout curtains do a lot more than block light.

Your windows deserve to be dressed in style.

Why live with landlord special blinds if you don’t have to?

Consider this a window of opportunity to get it right.

Plus, where to shop the look.

It's pretty shocking to be honest, and she says she never will have it in any of her homes!

In your living room and beyond.

No drilling necessary!

It's rental-friendly, too!

Snagging and sticking window treatments will be a problem of your past soon.

And are they more expensive than blinds?

No, vertical blinds are not your only option for sliding glass doors.

Here are three ways you can add character and charm to your otherwise plain windows without breaking the bank, or the glass.

Your wardrobe deserves this chic, space-saving hack.

Garlands aren't just for the holidays!

Sweet dreams *are* made of these.

Curtains aren’t just curtains anymore — they’re parties for your wall.

Plus, they reveal how to get the perfect puddling effect.

Hang on to this one—get it?

We've got curtain love on the brain.

Because whether relaxing with the family, entertaining guests, or bingeing Netflix, the living room is where it all happens.

Beyoncé posted a series of uncaptioned photos taken in front of a set of mod 1960s-inspired curtains — here are some similar sets.

Hitting the reset button on your decor? These airy curtains are the perfect place to start.

And it’s not just for the kitchen anymore!

They also insulate your space by blocking out drafts—a definite bonus for you (and your energy bill) for the winter.

Pretty and practical FTW!

If you need a pitch black room to catch those Zzz, read on.

Shades, blinds, and all—plus where to shop!

Because those cheap roller shades you’ve been using to block out the light just don't cut it.

Give your living room a quick style boost!

It's like a springtime garden in a home.

Plus window hardware!

Save money AND expand your pool of available options.

The answer is in your recycling bin.

We’re always on the lookout for smart, renter-friendly products that won’t risk your security deposit, and make your space better than the day you moved in. Slatted window blinds are one particular sore spot for a lot of folks: They look generic, have constant problems, and landlords don’t always let you remove them. Well, tenants rejoice, because we found a way to work around those ugly window coverings, and dramatically change the look of your whole room.

When you’re shopping for curtains, it’s pretty common to experience sticker shock. Prices can run surprisingly high, and when you need multiples it really adds up. For anyone who’s felt squeamish just thinking about the cost of curtains, we’ve rounded up some budget sources for a wide selection of drapes under $50… Wild Things: This online-only store carries a huge selection of beaded and fabric curtains, most around $30 to $50.

Being awoken by the sun is actually good for you, but there are times when darkening a room aids in sleep especially for napping children, shift workers or others with non traditional sleep schedules and for blocking artificial night time light such as from a streetlamp. Blackout curtains also are energy saving (keeping heat from escaping in the winter and the hot sun from heating up your room in the summer) and help block or muffle outdoor noise.

If you’re looking to add color, pattern, or texture to a kids room in a rental, don’t despair! Even with requisite white (or bland beige) walls, statement curtains can come to the rescue: 1. Arden’s White & Black Wonderland achieves a sophisticated look (and good nap time dimming) with black curtains. 2. Bright, Colorful Abode owes its name, in large part, to its golden yellow curtains. 3.

It pays to know what things to do before you pick out your new window treatment—so you don’t get stuck with something that won’t work.

Two is better than one when it comes to window treatments.

Hatch a plan now so your windows won’t be naked forever.

A vintage scarf from a flea market or yard sale can be a hard thing to pass up. So hard, in fact, that you might find yourself with quite the collection. If your scarf stash is getting a bit out of control, this could be the perfect project for you! Once you measure your windows and decide on the configuration of your scarves, the actual sewing goes by pretty quickly.

I loved lots of things about living on San Francisco’s Valencia Street: the coffee at Four Barrel, the mariachis at Puerto Allegre, everything at Community Thrift. But the one thing that always got me down was the Valencia Street Yelling Team. Between the constant yelling and the streetlight directly outside my window, falling asleep was a nightly battle. Blackout curtains to the rescue! Velvet + Wool Curtains: 1. Studded Wool Curtains from West Elm, $79-$89 2.

Hello AT, I’m looking for a solution to hide really ugly security bars on my living room window.I need a solution that still allows light to enter the room because the room is dark.Any suggestions are appreciated!Thanks! Emily(Note: Include a pic of your problem and your question gets posted first.)Dear Emily,This is a perennial NYC question and one that we wish was answerable by simply saying TAKE THE BARS DOWN, but we know that is not reasonable for everyone.

Summer is lovely, except… why-oh-why are our kids waking up at 6am? Oh, that’s right, they have this horrible innate sense to get up the instant the sun gets up. Well, if you, like me, would rather trick your tots into sleeping a little longer, rather than waking up daily before 7am, then here are some curtains for you! It’s black-out time! 1. Ruffle Blackout Panels from Pottery Barn Kids. From $89 per panel. 2. Chevron Blackout Panels from Pottery Barn Kids.

Sure, curtains are one more opportunity to add color, pattern and interest to a room, but for a chic, elegant look consider curtains in the same color (or one shade lighter or darker) as the surrounding walls. It shows design confidence: I could jazz this place up with contrasting curtains, but everything else is so fabulous I don’t need to.

Windows — and their coverings — are a big part of your home’s design. Are you getting yours right? There are a lot of ways you can go wrong with window treatments in your home. Here are seven to look out for. Like the look of sheers but can’t sleep because they let too much street light in? Love the look of big, thick drapes but wish you had more of a breeze in your home?