After a grueling summer, Fall is finally gently guiding soothing breezes and cooler weather our way. Opening your home to the seasonal change is the perfect way to match the beauty of your décor to the naturally changing palette of the landscape! But before rushing out to buy all new window treatments to capture the crisp air, there are a few basic guidelines to think about. Will you go custom or will you buy retail? There are advantages to both. Retail is good for standard size windows. If you go custom, you must measure and then measure again! Custom window treatments is the higher investment, so if you are paying top dollar for your treatments consider only using them in the rooms of your home where you spend the most time and they will be appreciated.

Custom Window Treatments
Now that you have a plan and the tape measure at your side, you have to choose the hot style that is right for you! This season is carrying on some of the most popular and long lasting trends that we have seen in home décor in decades. The idea of chic has had many faces and one that we see it wearing often is that of the contemporary loft. Earth colors that are in the umber family or even darker grays work wonderfully with metal blinds and provide nice contrasts to other softer pieces of décor or furniture that are likely to already be present in your home.

Keeping It Eco-Friendly
The green movement is still strong and it is sensible to use popular designs that actually take advantage of recycled material. Bamboo shades (or any other number of woven wood materials) are made from a combination of bamboo, grasses, reeds, and other natural materials. This makes them bio-degradable should you ever decide to go for a change and the natural element is superb for bring a natural environmental feel indoors.

Unique in Style and Function
If you prefer to let in as much natural light as possible while still having attractive blinds, consider diffusion blinds. These blinds are uncommon though growing in popularity and combine the look of etched glass with natural sunlight. This effect is achieved by using acrylic that is embossed, reflecting beauty and warmth. A variety of patterns are available and most are refined and subtle. Welcoming the sunlight and complimenting the Fall season can start your family off into the cooler weather with designs that are heart warming.

To learn more about custom window treatments, visit our Jacksonville, Florida, showroom. We are excited to learning more about your personal style and finding the right treatments to make your home feel like you.