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Pairing shades with drapes can really add drama and dimension to a room. But knowing just how to combine these window treatments can be challenging. You may be wondering, is my window too small for drapes? Should I get shades, sheers or blinds? Which colors, patterns and textures go well together?
Always start with choosing the type of shade you want since drapes are easier to change out. If your room is small, you might want a shade with a cleaner look. If your room is larger, then a more colorful, dramatic shade could work better. Then consider the décor of your room. If your walls have semi-bright colors, you could choose a shade in a contrasting color that pops. If you have lots of patterns and prints in your room, think about a more simple style of shade.
A cellular shade combined with a drape offers a crisp, contemporary look at the window. (Not to mention the added benefit of energy efficiency that cellular shades are known for.) Duette ® honeycomb shades, for instance, feature a wide range of pleat sizes, fabrics and colors. If you go with a light-colored shade, try complementing it with a dark drape. Or if your shade is solid, maybe choose a drape with a colorful pattern. With the Top-Down/Bottom-Up option on cellular shades, you can open your shades from the top down to let in natural light from above.
Sheer shades beautifully diffuse natural light to create a soft ambiance in a room, while blackout drapes provide the total privacy and darkness you want at night. For even more light control, Silhouette ® window shadings can be paired with an independently operated room-darkening liner on the same headrail. The great thing about sheer shades is that they come in a variety of luxurious fabrics that contrast nicely with a heavier, dramatic drapery.
Roman shades are available in numerous styles. The timeless fabrics of Vignette ® Modern Roman Shades, for example, are available in a range of styles and fold sizes that add depth and interest when combined with drapes. And if you happen to have any light gaps around your shade, a drape can help you achieve complete darkness while creating a sophisticated, layered look.
A trick if you have small windows—mount the shades and drapes together a few inches above the window frame, and just a few inches below the ceiling. The stack of the Roman shades will neatly cover the space between the headrail and the window. Extend the drapes below the bottom frame to make the window look even larger.
Made from natural woods, bamboo and grasses, woven wood shades like Provenance ® Woven Wood Shades feature an organic textured look while diffusing light into the room. Adding a drape with a bold color and design can really complement the natural elements of your shade as well as offer you full privacy when you want it. If you have wood blinds or shutters, a neutral drape can also soften the look of the wood and accent the rich hardwood slats.
Whatever style of shades and drapes you choose, pairing them together can enhance any décor, from contemporary to country to traditional.
Cellular shades, like Duette honeycomb shades, offer a crisp, clean feel when paired with drapes. Plus, you have the added bonus of energy efficiency that cellular shades provide. Choose from a large selection of pleat sizes, fabrics, colors and textures to create the perfect look.
A beautiful complement to drapes, Silhouette window shadings are designed with the Signature S-Vanethat magically floats between two sheers. Silhouette shadings softly diffuse natural light during the day, while full, operable drapes help you create complete darkness when you need it.
Offered in sheer, light-filtering and room-darkening fabrics, and a Rolling or Stacking style, Vignette Modern Roman Shades, when combined with drapes, can add an interesting depth and interest to your windows.
Crafted from natural materials like bamboo, grasses and woods, Provenance Woven Wood Shades beautifully bring the outdoors in. (Not to mention, they’re an eco-friendly choice!) And if you choose a drape with a bold color and style, you’ll accent the organic look of your shades.
In December 2004, Cyndi Roberts founded Blinded by Delight Window Coverings & Design as a shop at home service. Due to the tremendous response and growing clientele, we officially opened our Hunter Douglas gallery in 2013.
The primary goal at Blinded by Delight is to educate our clients on the various options. There are many products and vendors with all different price points. The finished product is our client’s choice based on what is most important to them: be it price point, versatility, or uniqueness for their home.
Whether you are looking to spruce up your living space, update your home decor with contemporary window treatments or simply modernize your blinds and shades we have excellent specialists that will assist you in finding the best selection for the vision you have in mind for your custom window coverings.
Schedule an appointment today. It’s free, there’s no obligation. Come to our gallery to see all the options on display. Our Hunter Douglas Showroom is one of the best in the region! We ask that you bring your basic measurements of the custom window coverings you are interested in installing, as well as photographs when possible. Once you are ready, we will schedule an in-home appointment where we will take detailed measurements in order to finalize your project. Simply click on Schedule An Appointment or call 210-336-5266 . Our hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and Saturday, 10:00am to 4:00pm.
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Since 2004, we’ve installed beautiful, custom window coverings in homes in and around the San Antonio area. Our window covering specialists can discuss the many options you have and provide estimates over the phone, in our Hunter Douglas Gallery Showroom, or on-site based on the scope of your project. Once you purchase, we provide temporary paper shades, for your most important windows, while you wait for your window coverings.
We have showrooms in Boerne and San Antonio, TX, and we are happy to serve the surrounding area including Comfort, Kerrville, Fredericksburg, The Dominion, Fair Oaks Ranch, Spring Branch, New Braunfels, Alamo Heights, Seguin and many more.
San Antonio Location
140 Heimer Rd #685, San Antonio, Texas 78232
Hours:
Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sat-Sun: Closed
Boerne Location
1100 N Main St #105, Boerne, Texas 78006
Hours:
Mon-Thu: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Fri-Sat: By Appointment
Boerne Location
1100 N Main St #105, Boerne, Texas 78006
Hours:
Tues-Thurs: 10:00am-5:00pm
Mon, Fri-Sat: By Appointment Only
Sun: Closed
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