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These days, more and more attention is being paid to the previously humble bathroom. Luxurious
bathrooms are a trend—incorporating spa-inspired amenities and luxurious materials in your
bathroom is becoming de rigeur. Bathrooms are turning into the new refuge, and some busy professionals
feel it's one of their only chances to get some alone time during the day. Built-in TV's and radios,
saunas, coffee makers and Jacuzzis are all being incorporated into bathrooms. Your bathroom window
treatments should complement the look of your bathroom decor while also meeting the unique conditions
that need to be addressed in a private space.
Consider the environment; bathrooms are humid. Even if you want a bathroom window treatment
fit for a queen and your heart is set on drapes or roman shades, explore synthetic options that won't
mildew. Ditto for hardwoods that can warp—go faux wood, and save a few dollars while you're at
it (i.e. faux wood blinds,
faux wood shutters). Ventilation is
important in a bathroom, so make sure your window treatment doesn't interfere with the operation
of the window.
Privacy, privacy, privacy. If your bathroom windows face the street or a nearby neighbor,
consider light controlling blinds or shades (cloth, aluminum, vinyl, natural wovens), operative shutters
or lined panels. For windows on second or third floors, consider top down/bottom up upgrades that offer
both natural light and privacy.
Be style and theme appropriate. For a more crisp, clean look popular in many spa-like
home bathrooms, keep things simple and sleek with a simple horizontal blind, shade or drapery panel
covering the window. For a more elaborate, layered look appropriate for traditional, French,
Mediterranean, and Country inspired décor, pair attractive top treatments, side panels or swags in
colors that complement other accents in the room over your window blinds or shades.
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