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Which window treatments should I choose?

The humble curtains are still firm favourites for many and they are often efficient at keeping cold out as well as light, so thick curtains are best for draughty windows. You'll also find there are thousands of material, pattern, style and design options for curtains, so you'll be spoilt for choice. If you opt for curtains, remember to consider curtain poles and curtain accessories such as tiebacks and pelmets. You'll also need to be careful with the measurements – no one wants curtains that are too short.

Blinds are great for blocking out light if you need to and many designs can look very neat and sleek; perfect for modern or minimalist homes. Blinds are also useful, especially horizontal and vertical blinds, at partially blocking out light when you don't want total darkness or streaming sunlight, something hard to achieve with curtains.

Shutters can look beautiful and classic, but may be pricier and harder to install, so it's worth finding a reputable professional or window treatment company that will provide quality shutters and install them properly.

How do I find the right window treatments for my home?

If your windows are large and dominating in your room, think about whether you want your window treatments to stand proudly alongside them or to melt into the interiors. This might help you decide on colour – neutral colours for subtlety and bold or stronger colours for a more prominent look. You could choose to make your curtains or blinds a design accent in your room by choosing patterns. Some curtain and blind makers can even create bespoke designs or patterns on your window treatments so they'll work as a piece of art when closed. Think also about materials and how the light will work with them. Obviously the thicker the material, the less light, and the more sheer, the more light will filter through.

Houzz can help you decide which window treatments you should choose for your home windows by offering a great selection of blinds, curtains, curtain poles, accessories, shutters and even window films from great brands, stores and window treatment companies.