Window Valence

A window valence is defined as a fall or edging of hanging drapery: a pendent border, as that hung in front of curtain-rails in a room to conceal them and give a suitable finish.

Whether it's a valance for a kitchen window, or any number of other valances, your window valance ideas can go horribly wrong if you don't know what you're doing. So, to help you prevent the common mistakes people make when creating and installing valances, here are some ideas that might help you make better decisions.

Window valance styles and designs should always compliment the decor of the room. Many people are so involved in creating their valance that they fail to consider the overall effect it has on the room.

If your room decor already has patterns, go for a plainly designed window valance. Do not give the room a cluttered look by adding another pattern to the room.

Valances look great when properly matched with the curtains. However, if you want to put valances together with blinds, then it's better to use fabric found elsewhere in the room.

Remember that scarf valance arrangements need thin curtains or soft fabrics, or the window will look unbalanced. If you want to use heavy drapes, use a heavy valence design.

Window valances that drape, like the swag, need soft fabrics. For the geometrically designed valances, a crisper fabric is recommended. To be able to perfectly match the valance to your drapes, use the same fabric on both.

For your valance to fit perfectly to your window, exact measurements are essential. It's not that hard when it comes to measuring your valance. You just have to make sure that you get the right width of the drapery rod.

Proportion

A small valance on top of a large window looks awkward, as does as a big valance on top of a small window. Experiment with a piece of cloth first until you get the right look.

A window valence that is correctly proportioned to the window adds accent to a room without diminishing the sunlight coming in or obscuring the view outside.

If you think that having a window valance is only for the posh and pretentious, you should think again. There are discount window valances that are easy on the budget, yet they look great.

There are hundreds of online stores offering window valances. Whatever you might want, online retailers are able to offer cheap prices because they do not have the overhead expenses of local stores.

They do not need to pay for rental and salesperson salary because a personal computer and an internet connection is all they need for their online operation. They pass the savings to their clients to make window valances affordable and readily available for everyone.

Of course, you can't do the touchy-feely thing and that prevents many of us from shopping on line. But most on-line retailers have very good return policies.

Keep It Simple

Another way to save is to keep it simple. If you do not have a large budget, stay away from elaborate window treatments such as those having multiple swags or a balloon effect.

The less fabric your window valance requires, the cheaper it gets. Besides, simple valances can be elegant, and they usually go well with any style of furnishings.

If you have to choose between valances for windows or putting up curtains because you cannot do both, then it is better to forget about the curtains. If you want to save big time, go for the valance and just use roman shades with it.

If sewing is your hobby, instead of purchasing a window valance, you can make one of your own. There are a lot of window valance patterns to choose from that adjust to any window size.

Go to the bookstore and head to the crafts section and you will find many books dedicated to interior designs and soft furnishings. You can find patterns in those books. Also look at lots of magazine and internet photos to determine what you want before you buy anything.

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