To style small windows, make the most of natural light, as it will naturally brighten the space. At Mr. K’s Fabric Shop near Quincy, Illinois, we can help you come up with window treatment ideas for your small windows. We carry custom Hunter Douglas window treatments and can work with you to find the right colors and measurements for your window to create the perfect aesthetic. Learn about small window treatment ideas and some styling tips.
Tip: Consider What the Room Needs
A living room with small windows has different needs than a bedroom, a bathroom, a kitchen, or a basement office. In bedrooms and bathrooms, privacy is a huge concern. In bathrooms, kitchens, and basements, window treatments that withstand moisture and humidity are important. In living rooms and kitchens, you might want to enjoy the view, see into the backyard quickly, and balance natural light with privacy. If the window is an arch, angle, or other shape, it could also impact the style of window treatments available.
Tip: Go for Natural Light
Natural light makes your home look larger and more inviting. It also creates a cheerful atmosphere. With small windows, the more natural light you can invite in, the better. To maximize light, even with small windows, try painting your rooms a light color that’s more reflective, using mirrors and other reflective surfaces to bounce light around, and using window treatments that let in a lot of natural light, like blinds or shutters.
Tip: Create the Illusion of Size
For smaller windows, you want to create the illusion of size. This means if you select drapery or shades, have them extend higher than the window and a little wider. It also means choosing lighter-colored fabrics, wood paints, or stains. Both of these things make the whole room look bigger, more open, and more airy. Blinds and shutters allow in more light and provide excellent light control.
Small Window Treatment Idea: Metal Blinds
Hunter Douglas Modern Precious Metals® Mini Blinds feature a clean, sleek profile. You can select lighter colors that reflect, and the slimmer slats are perfect for smaller windows. The metal alloy construction is extremely durable, and the slats provide excellent light control. They’re also cost-effective, and they fit most interior design styles.
Consider white, gray, pale blue, brushed nickel, and silver finishes.
Small Window Treatment Idea: Shutters
Fully customizable, shutters can be cut to fit any window size or shape in your home, including small rectangular, circular, or triangular windows. Shutters are energy-efficient and highly functional, providing privacy and a view by adjusting the louvers.
Consider Hunter Douglas Palm Beach™ PolySatin™ Vinyl Shutters for your small windows because they’re extremely durable, water-, mold-, mildew-, and UV-resistant. They’re available in light colors and can also be motorized.
Contact Us for Small Window Covering Ideas
Getting the right balance of light and privacy in a room with small windows doesn’t have to be tricky. Rely on the experts at Mr. K’s fabric shop to help you select the colors, materials, and styles that work best in your home. Located in Quincy, Illinois, we carry custom Hunter Douglas blinds, shades, shutters, and drapery. We measure and install your window treatments to guarantee a perfect fit. We also offer awnings and custom bedding.
Request a consultation by calling (217) 222-5816 or filling out our contact form. We proudly serve Hamilton, IL; Hannibal, MO; Monroe City, MO; and Keokuk, IA.
