The Best Dining Room Window Treatments

Window treatments come in varied sizes, lengths, fabrics, textures, and styles, and these features can make choosing the best option a complex process. For dining rooms, the best choice really depends on the existing aesthetic of the room and the desired features. 

Shades, drapes, and valances are typically the most used forms of window treatments for dining rooms. However, there are no one-size-fits-all window treatments. It works the opposite way, as custom window treatments are often the best choice. Designing custom window treatments around the homeowner’s needs ensures that they match the style of the room and the functionality needed.

The selection of window style and treatment is critical for setting the lighting and mood of a dining room. And just like any design aspect of a home, choosing window treatments for a dining room is a personal process.

Which window treatments work best with dining room windows?

As for which type of window treatment works best in the dining room, we often suggest shades, drapes, valances, or shutters. With multiple stylistic options available, it is helpful to understand how each type of window treatment complements the dining room.

Shades

Shades are one of the most popular window treatments for dining rooms. Window shades come in all shapes and sizes, colors, and textures.

Window shades instantly transform the style of a dining room by controlling the natural lighting and adding distinct colors, textures, and patterns. Shades can be easily operated with a cordless lift or motorized for effortless automation.

When it comes to adding shades to a dining room, there are distinctive styles to choose from. Popular styles of window shades used for dining rooms include:

Roller shades

Roller shades are a versatile window treatment option for dining rooms. Roller shades provide a combination of functionality and style to the dining room. 

Custom roller shades are created using different fabrics and textures, making them suitable for any aesthetic and use in the living room, dining room, and bedroom.

Roller shades are a great window treatment option for those looking for a minimalistic and modern dining room or to pair with decorative drapery panels. This allows the homeowner to raise and lower the shade and leave the drapes dressed on the sides.

Bamboo shades

Bamboo shades are the ideal dining room window treatment for those who prefer a bohemian or rustic look made from eco-friendly materials. Bamboo shades are sourced with organic materials and can be unlined or lined with a light-filtering or room-darkening liner.

Additional features include motorization, making them more convenient and easier to use. Bamboo shades pair nicely with valances, creating a stylish infusion of casual elegance.

Drapes

Drapes and curtains can be an excellent choice for dining rooms, depending on the needs of the homeowners. Drapes are a classic window treatment option for dining rooms, adding a touch of sophistication that instantly elevates the dining room.

They are a wonderful way to incorporate the latest color trends or patterns into a dining space. They offer limitless customization options, including color choice, fabric, lining, pleat style, and custom length.

Drapes must be custom-made for your dining room window. Without the correct fabric, length, and style, they can quickly become an eyesore instead of enhancing the style of the room. Using stock panels that are too short or hang just above the top of the window doesn’t enhance the space. While custom lengths and widths can make a dining room window appear wider and taller.

Valances

Valances differ from cornices, drapes, and shades as they often pair with other window treatment options rather than being stand-alone. By pairing valances with drapes or shades, homeowners can create an elegant and unique window treatment.

They can be a perfect addition for those seeking a more formal dining room space. Adding a valance to your windows will seamlessly complement existing decor choices. Valances are also highly customizable and allow homeowners to choose the fabric, style and mounting option that fits their aesthetic.

Shutters

Shutters are another excellent option for dining rooms. They are usually made from wood or composite materials and are highly customizable. Available in any shape or size, custom Plantation shutters are the perfect complement to that beautiful arch-topped window often featured in dining rooms.

Shutters are suitable for anywhere in the home, but their durability, style, and versatility make them the perfect choice for the dining room.

Wood Blinds

Wood blinds are beautiful on their own, but when coordinated with wooden floors, tables, and chairs, they truly shine. Custom wood blinds can be color-matched with existing decor, making them a great window treatment option for those looking to complement their decor style and add privacy to their dining rooms.

Wood blinds are crafted from sustainable wood making them an eco-friendly option. Additional benefits of custom wood blinds include:

• Reduced heat gain during summer
• Minimized UV effect
• Motorized or customized lift system
• Customized to meet unique sized windows
• Multiple finish options including paint, stained, rustic, and more

Pairing a well-designed wooden blind with a valance or drape creates a sophisticated and custom look in any dining room.

Is a custom window treatment worth it?

Window treatments are often the unsung hero of the dining room. They may garner a compliment here and there, but they often go unnoticed. Especially if simply providing the functionality of light control and privacy. With that said, investing in a customized dining room window treatment will make a significant difference in the atmosphere of your room - providing a comfortable environment and privacy for guests as dining rooms are so often on the front of homes. When you customize a window treatment, you can choose all the design aspects, including:

• Size
• Fabric
• Color
• Texture
• Automation
• Opacity

On top of this, a customized window treatment will also come with professional installation, ensuring that it will be the ideal fit for your window. The remarkable thing about custom window treatments is that you get the best of both worlds, functionality, and aesthetics.

Choosing the right window treatment can be a challenging process. At Budget Blinds, we have decades of experience measuring, selecting, and installing window treatments. We customize all our products to meet the needs of our clients. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our local design experts.