DRESSING THE ROOM
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But face it,
bare is just not practical.
bare is just not practical.
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At some point in the day you need to reduce the light in a room
to prevent fading of fabrics,
to protect art, floors, paint,
furniture
to prevent fading of fabrics,
to protect art, floors, paint,
furniture
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Even if you live on acres and acres of land with no close neighbors
it still feels a little creepy at night to have uncovered windows.
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It's quite simply - beauty.
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Having bare windows is like getting all ready for the party and forgetting the pretty dress.
Draperies dress the window.
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They add texture or pattern,
extend the color palette,
add height.
extend the color palette,
add height.
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They can be functional and block light when you need them to,
add privacy,
or simply frame the view.
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color and texture
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I hate elaborate designs, drapes that don't quite reach the ground, or skimpy skinny panels.
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Simple doesn't mean, however, that they shouldn't feel luxurious.
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These curtains pull the rich warm red all the way to the ceiling...
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and although these drapes are neutral in color, they frame the windows and draw the eye to the mirror, the paneling, and up to the detailed dentil molding
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Functional as well as beautiful, these draperies protect beautiful rugs and upholstery from the sun's damaging rays, as well as creating the perfect focal point for this room
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and these accentuate the lovely high ceilings and tall windows
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In a bedroom, with 3 french doors for windows, they are essential for privacy and
a little shut eye after the sunrise
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There are so many details you can add for that touch of elegance
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but whether custom, or store bought
make sure they are lined
and if necessary - interlined...
so they don't look skimpy..
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