Window Covering Trends for the New Year
The windows are the eyes of your Cincinnati home's soul. Those windows allow you to see outside and let others see inside. Whether you live in the heart of the Queen City or in one of the suburbs, you need coverings that block out both the sun and your nosy neighbors. Choosing the right ones often takes a lot of time. Save time with a look at the top window covering trends for the new year.
Treatments that do more
One hot trend is window treatments that do more than just cover your windows. Do you work at night and sleep during the day? Go with roller shades that also function as blackout curtains. The lights from outside will never keep you from sleeping again.
Do you want to take advantage of natural light on your days off but still black out excess sunshine? Grab new window coverings that do both. They will automatically darken or lighten based on what you want to let in more natural light.
Blinds are back
If blinds usually remind you of your first apartment, it's time to take a look at the new designs. Blinds are back in a big way. They come in both horizontal and vertical designs as well as tons of colors.
Shutters are another option that works with older and modern Cincinnati homes. Local companies like Blinds Etc. and 3Day Blinds can easily install them in your home.
Sheer curtains
Sheer curtains add privacy to your home while still giving you a full view of the outside world. One of the issues with blackout and privacy curtains is that they block others from seeing into your home and also keep you from seeing outside.
The new sheer curtains use a filmy material that obstructs the view of your home. While you get a full view outside, no one outside can see you.
Smart coverings
Smart home automation and technology are very hot right now and apply to your window coverings. You now have the option of adding new features that let you do more with your windows, including:
Alarms that alert you when someone tries to break or move the window
Treatment apps that give you control of the coverings from anywhere you go
Motorized coverings that work with an included remote
Smart glass that automatically lightens and darkens throughout the day
Functional hardware
We also noticed a rise in the use of functional hardware that goes along with other methods to keep your home safe. Curtain tiebacks get the fabric out of the way and keep your loved ones from tripping over it.
You'll also find curtain rods with multiple levels that let you use two or more pairs on one window. Some of the more popular hardware options feature modern and streamlined designs.
Incorporate any of these trends into your Cincinnati home to fall in love with your windows again. Pick up even more tips on the hottest trends for the new year when you become one of the happy followers of TheHomeMag on Instagram.
