ESC Draperies

The most important thing to remember in choosing the style of your window treatments is that it suits your home and complements your interior décor. Always choose fabrics and/or materials that are going to create the feel you want in your home.

Blackout window coverings or draperies are lined or coated window panels that are made from heavyweight fabric and designed to block light and insulate windows. This way, warm or cool air doesn’t escape, and outside temperatures can’t penetrate the room as easily.

If you want to hang blinds in a high-traffic area where the kids can get at them, then finding a sturdy product should be your priority. Blinds with spring-tempered aluminum are best at resisting kinking.

According to the US Department of Energy, shades are one of the easiest and best window covering options. In addition to adding a decorative touch, they reduce summer heat gain and protect against winter heat loss, so you use less energy year-round.

When you have windows in a nursery or bedroom, it’s particularly important to have window treatments that can completely block out the light, so you can take a nap. That’s possible with most options, from blinds and drapes to simple, inexpensive shades.