Types of Window Coverings and their Purposes

Types of Window Coverings and their Purposes

Introduction

In this lesson, we will look into different types of window coverings and which is most suitable for specific purposes such as privacy, light blocking, etc.

Explain the purpose of this lesson to the students.

Curtains

Curtains are a versatile option for window treatments. They are available in a variety of fabrics, patterns and colors, and can provide a decorative accent to any room.

Discuss the appearance and decorative effect of curtains.

Blinds

Blinds are a popular option for window coverings. They offer great light control, depending on the type of blind chosen, and can filter or block out the light entirely.

Explain what type of light blocking or filtering is available with blinds.

Shades

Shades are another type of window covering. They can be made of various materials and come in a range of colors and patterns. Shades offer greater light control than blinds.

Compare shades to blinds and discuss their light control.

Shutters

Shutters are a more permanent type of window covering. They offer great privacy and light control, and can be installed either on the interior or exterior of the window frame.

Discuss the privacy, light control, and types of installation for shutters.

Privacy Considerations

It is important to consider the level of privacy needed when choosing window coverings. Curtains, blinds and shades can be layered to provide greater privacy, while shutters provide more of a barrier.

Explain the different levels of privacy available with each type of window covering.

Light Blocking Considerations

When choosing a window covering, it is important to consider how much light is desired in a space. Blinds, shades and shutters all provide some level of light control, while curtains provide very little.

Discuss how much light each type of window covering can block or filter.

Conclusion

We have looked at different types of window coverings and what type is most suitable for specific purposes such as privacy, light blocking, etc. Now you should be able to identify which type of window covering is best for your needs.

Summarise the main points of the lesson and check for understanding.

(custom) Blinds

vanes, slats, rotate to control lights either vertically or horizontally, great choice rooms changing lights, hard window treatment

wood- faux wood, metal vinyl or fabric

when closed Privacy, open stack to top or side, thick stack will lose some view. Fabric shade are soft

Shades

fabric, softer fabric varieng light degrees light control, shaed of opacity - black out window treatment diffuse through the room, you can do both

Lift options

full view when raised.

Shutters

crème of the crop enhance estatics any room, variety of louvre sizes, frame styles coliurs and materials, add value to house

cordless, cover entire frame, great inside out, wood or faux wood. Favorite interior designers.

(custom) Drapes

wide array of styles, custom fabrics, dazzling colours and materials, compliment all ypes of styles. simple to ornate