The Process to Perfect Window Treatments

In-Home Design Consultation

The process starts with our free in-home design consultation where you meet with an expert designer in the comfort of your own home! Along with designing your new window coverings, they will take measurements of all of the windows you are interested in and answer any questions may you have. Need better light control? Your windows are too hard to reach? You’re looking for something water resistant? We can help you find the perfect window treatment for every room!

Selecting Your Window Treatment

At 3 Day Blinds we have a variety of window treatments to choose from within four categories: Blinds, Shades, Drapery, and Shutters. Our name may be 3 Day Blinds, but we do a lot more than just that. Within each product category are a selection of high quality window treatments. Learn about all of our window treatment options before your consultation by viewing our variety of products.

Choosing The Style

Choosing your perfect style is simple when you have a highly trained Design Consultant by your side. When it comes to customizing the ideal window treatment for your home there are several things to consider, including the color, the style, and the function.

We have multiple options for you to choose from when it comes to color or pattern. Here’s a tip on deciding the right color: take the swatch, tape it to your window, and step back. This lets you see how the color looks from different spots in the room. Leave it there during the day and night to see how it changes with the light.

For style, you’ll need to think about how you want your window treatments to look and feel. Some of the most popular design directions include:

• Modern Window Treatments: Clean lines, neutral colors, and sleek finishes define modern style. Modern shades and blinds are perfect if you love a minimalist, contemporary look.

• Farmhouse Window Treatments: Warm tones, natural textures, and classic details bring comfort and charm. Farmhouse-inspired shutters, woven wood shades, and drapery add a cozy touch to your space.

• Coastal Window Treatments: Light fabrics, airy textures, and relaxed patterns create a breezy, beach-inspired feel. Coastal shades and drapery help maximize natural light while keeping a casual elegance.

Once you’ve chosen your style direction, think about the functional elements too, such as motorization, cordless operation, top-down bottom-up, or wand tilt. This ensures your window coverings don’t just look great but also make your home easier to live in.

It can feel overwhelming to see all the different options, but we’re with you every step of the way. Whether you prefer modern, farmhouse, or coastal style, our team will help you design window treatments that are custom-made for your home.

How to Choose Window Treatments Room by Room

If you want to know how to choose window treatments, start with what each room has to do, then pick the style. Ask three questions about every window: how much light do you want, how much privacy do you need, and how do you use the room? Your answers narrow the field before you look at a single fabric swatch. Searches like "how choose best window coverings" come down to the same answer: start with the room. Use this window treatment guide as a checklist, and your Design Consultant can walk through it with you at home.

Light Control: Light-Filtering vs. Blackout

Light-filtering fabrics soften sunlight, keep a room bright, and give you daytime privacy. Blackout fabrics block nearly all light, which suits bedrooms, nurseries, and media rooms. Sheer and light-filtering options work well in living rooms and kitchens, where you want daylight without glare. If you are not sure which you prefer, ask your consultant to bring samples of both and hold them up to your window.

Blinds, Shades, Shutters, and Drapery Compared

Blinds have slats that tilt, so you can angle sunlight and still see out, and you can raise them for a clear view. Shades use a single piece of fabric that raises and lowers, which gives a softer look and a wide range of textures. Cellular shades trap air in small pockets, so they are a popular pick for insulation. Shutters mount to the window frame with adjustable louvers and give a tailored, lasting look. Drapery adds color, pattern, and softness, and you can layer panels over blinds or shades for extra light control. When you decide how to pick window treatments for a room, match the type to the job first and the look second.

Here is when each type fits best:

• Roman shades suit living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms where you want a soft, tailored look. Skip them in kitchens, where steam and grease can mark the fabric.

• Woven wood shades bring natural texture and filter daylight. They work in living rooms and dining rooms, but they are a weaker choice where you need full darkness or in a humid bathroom.

• Solar shades cut glare and protect furniture from UV light while keeping your view, so they fit home offices and sunny family rooms. They give less privacy at night with the lights on.

• Drapery and curtains work best when you want height, color, or layers. Pair them with blinds or shades in rooms that need privacy.

• Shutters hold up well in kitchens, bathrooms, and busy family spaces, and they pair well with traditional, farmhouse, and coastal styles.

Insulation and Energy Savings

Windows let heat in during summer and out during winter. A U.S. Department of Energy guide citing Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory reports that windows are responsible for 25 to 30 percent of residential heating and cooling energy use, so the right treatment can make a room more comfortable and help lower your heating and cooling costs. Cellular shades, also called honeycomb shades, are among the best insulating choices because their air pockets add a layer between your room and the glass. Heavier drapery and shutters add insulation too. In bedrooms and sunrooms, pair insulation with blackout or light-filtering fabric to control light and temperature together.

Arched, Skylight, and Other Specialty Windows

Non-standard windows need a treatment built for their shape. Arched windows, skylights, high windows, and glass doors each have their own mounting and operation needs. Custom treatments can be made to fit odd shapes, and motorized options help with skylights and windows you cannot reach. Your Design Consultant measures these windows in person, so you get a fit that works with the shape and not against it. For more ideas, read our guide to choosing blinds for specialty shaped windows.

Measurements and Mounting

Accurate measurements decide whether a treatment fits and looks right. An inside mount sits within the window frame for a clean, built-in look. An outside mount sits on the wall or trim above the window, which can cover the frame and make a window look larger. You do not need to measure yourself: your Design Consultant measures every window you are interested in during your free in-home consultation.

Fabric and Maintenance

Fabric changes both the look and the performance of a treatment. Heavier fabrics add insulation and block more light, and lighter fabrics let more daylight through. Think about upkeep too. Kitchens, bathrooms, and rooms with kids and pets are easier to live with when you choose materials that wipe clean or resist moisture.

Budget

Every 3 Day Blinds treatment is custom made, so the price depends on the product type, window size, fabric, and options like motorization. Your free consultation includes a custom quote for your home. To stretch a budget, start with the rooms where light and privacy matter most, such as bedrooms and living rooms, and choose simpler operation for rooms you use less. Knowing how to choose the best window coverings for each room helps you spend where it counts.

Additional Benefits To Think About

Window treatments are an important addition to your home and can make your space feel complete. Not only do they elevate the look of your room but they can actually benefit the way you live. Our motorized window treatments can be controlled with the touch of a button using the 3 Day Blinds app or with voice commands on Amazon Alexa and Google Home. In addition to being convenient for hard to reach windows, they are also the safest option for children and pet’s because there are no loose cords. Other cordless options include UltraLift Cordless™ system, Drapery Panels, and Shutters. You can learn more about the safest window treatments for your family on our child and pet safety page.

Did you know your window treatments could be eco-friendly? At 3 Day Blinds we have sustainable options to choose from across our product lines that are made from eco-friendly fabrics and materials. You can also select from a variety of energy efficient options that add an extra layer of insulation to any room. This could help lower your heating and cooling costs and protect your furniture and flooring from sun damage. Make your house feel more like a home, for your whole family, with new window treatments. 

We are by your side every step of the way, from start to finish. We don’t expect there to be any issues with your order but if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to reach out to your Design Consultant. When it comes to designing new window treatments for your home we like to make the experience as personalized as possible. Schedule your free in-home design consultation today to customize new window treatments for your home! Don’t know where to start? Check our Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest for inspiration!

Let's Work Together!

Our Design Consultants come to you with a showroom's worth of samples, measure every window, and help you choose window treatments that fit each room. Ready to get started? Book your free in-home design consultation here or call us at (800) 700-1860.