Window Covering

Is there a website that can help me with window covering design ideas? I am just looking to come up with ideas and not shell out money to have someone come look. Is there a website that I can just tell them what colours I have and they would show me ideas?

creative window covering ideas? I have a window that is a different size than the rest of the windows in my rec room, and it is oddly placed. I am thinking of having shutters put on the other windows, but can't put one on the odd one. Any suggestions on how to cover the odd one to make it more cohesive? the window has no sill or any other architectural details.

Does anyone have any good ideas for window covering on front door sidelights?

Any ideas for a RUSTIC window covering? I am redoing my bathroom in a rustic style - Earthtones - twig-shelves, some barnwood, etc. (Not hillbilly-rustic, but more Rocky Mountain Lodge rustic.) I'm going to use sticks from trees in my yard to make a curtain rod for the window. The window already has wood shutters on the lower half of the window. We live in the Mountains, so I don't need any type of "privacy curtain", just something stylish. There used to be a valence on that window, but I think I'd like to do something different. And, I'll probably make it myself. Any ideas?

Anyone have ideas for covering a 24" by 27" window? I live in an apartment with a backdoor that has a 24" by 27"glass window that is covered with what looks like chicken wire metal. I want to cover it because of security reasons and I don't want anyone to see what I have in my apartment. Any ideas on how I should cover it? I have very modern tastes ----

ideas on DIY thermal/solar window covering? I live in a hot climate and need something to block the sun from coming in (so I won't have to resort to getting an AC). I'm on a tight budget so I can't afford the ready made solar shades. Do you have ideas on good materials to block the sun? Or are there online tutorials to help me? Thanks for any advice! :)

look at this pict...need ideas for window covering or shade? We just built this home and I dont know what kind of window treatment to get for the breakfast nook area. the picts are #8 (they aren't numbered, just count) and #16 thanks in advance www.photobucket.com/michelleperk

Any ideas for covering a window in my shower? I just moved into a lease home. In my master bath, there is a huge 45 " x 45.5" frosted window. The thing is, that while taking a shower, I noticed that I could see some details outside a little more clearly than I thought I should. A few days later, I had my roommate stand in the shower while I went around outside... and holy cow!! I could see at first her outline clear as day, then she leaned closer and I could see the design on her t-shirt and the color of her eyes. I was momentarily mortified. Since this is a lease house, I need a good temporary idea for covering that window up so I can take private showers!!!

Need window shade/covering idea for office door - Door is fire rated with small rectangle window? I'm completely frustrated. The church where I work wants to begin counting the offering in the conference room, but the doors have small rectangular shaped windows in them and we need something to provide coverage. I was thinking that one of those baby shades for the car, but they aren't long enough. Any thoughts out there??

Any ideas on how to cover a shower window.? Hello, I love my new house. But, There is a small window in my shower. I mean it is at my head but i still do not like being in there knowing someone could look through it. Any ideas on covering it? I dont want something tacky . It would also have to be water proof of course. Thanks in advance. Stace

What sort of window covering should I have for a wall of windows in a modern condo? We just bought a new modern condo with a wall of floor to ceiling windows. We have no idea how to cover them ... both to not be on show to the neighbors but also to block light when we're sleeping. Help!

Really dark window covering for my dorm room. Must be cheap. Any ideas? I was delighted to see a 8ft tall window in my dorm room.. but with the light curtain, the light is in my eyes at the crack of dawn.

Help, I Need ideas for a wall-covered window!? We've recently dry-wall covered a the original window in our kitchen, over the sink, because it was looking into the addition (done by previous owner). Now we have a window-box space and the area is a bit dark and awkward looking. I need ideas for how to add some function, asthetics, and also light to this otherwise dead space above the sink. We're keeping the original (1950s) built-in cabinets on either side, so to add one in the center to match would be difficult - might look cheezy. It's a galley style kitchen and the windows are at one far end near the nook area. Help!!

Ideas for a cheap window covering for a 100+ in window....its for a bachelor? Right now it has really old dirty broken and missing vertical blinds on it. Half covered with a blanket. I think the track works and everything. New blinds are really expensive cause its so dang big. I want privacy but it cant look girlie at all. Its my bf's house and Im doing it for a surprise when he gets back from vacation. After paint I dont have much money left. the window is 100 inches wide and 50 ins long. New blinds are over $100.

What kind of window covering should I use besides blinds on closet windows? I have a small room with 2 windows off my bedroom. I want to convert this room into a closet. I am concerned about the sunlight fading the clothes; on the other hand, I would like to retain as much light as possible. I don't particularly want to use blinds. I am seriously considering using the self-adhering embossed vinyl window film. Good idea or bad idea? Do you have any other suggestions? Thank you.

any ideas to cover an octagon shaped window? we mostly want to keep the sun out, but i don't want it to be just paper shoved in the window either. any ideas?

where can i find a window covering for the back window? my baby is going to be born in july so the sun is going to bright and i want a window tinter for the back window. where can i find one? i have tried walmart and target, any ideas?

Looking for window treatment ideas for Slidding Glass Patio Doors? I hate vertical blinds and need ideas to cover my sliding glass patio doors.

Can anyone tell me where I can buy exterior window covering? I saw a commercial for window coverings for the exterior they are made of glass and you screw them on to the out side of the window. This will help keep the cold out and also could be a storm window. If anyone has a idea of what i'm speaking of please tell my the website or where I can buy them. thanx :)

Any ideas on how to come up with window treatments fast and cheap for my new house that has tons of windows? It is an old cottage with lots of charm. I plan on painting it all light, and sanding the wood floors light, so I want the curtains to be light too. I need ideas for window treatments that are affordable, but creative. This house is covered with lots of windows, and I don't know what I'm gonna do.

Need ideas to cover window in bath room.? It is a small window, in the shower area of all places. It has blinds but they ruin easily, obviously. We can't afford to replace it with a window with special glass. I am asking for ideas to make sure no one can see through. I was thinking maybe something that sticks onto the glass itself (like the gel art kids make) or possibly a special screen?

can any 1 give me a web site where i can get ideas to dress my bathroom window? im from the uk (if that matters lol) and im after a web site that i can look at to give me some ideas for curtains or net curtains or anything that will maike my window look fancy. it doesnt even need to cover the window just something different!!!! cheers every 1!!! any more ideas please??? ok....some fancy blind ideas or anything!!! help!!!

Can window covering sample books be purchased used? If so, from where? I am just starting an interior decor home staging and redesign business.I am planning on becoming a "dealer" for a window tx company.The sample books are very expensive so I'd like to purchase some current but used books,any idea where I could find such a thing? (I've already looked on ebay & googled my question) Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!

Any ideas on how to cover a window inside a shower for privacy that still looks really attractive (not cheap)?

Decorating ideas for a block basement window? I have a basement bedroom. It has two windows and one is a block window that is pretty small and doesn't open. I have no idea what to cover it with. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Any ideas for a tasteful way to cover a small octoganal window for privacy? I have a 22"x22" octogonal window right over the toilet in a downstairs powder room that needs a cover! You can see in from the porch. But I want something decorative. If I don't come up with something quick my husband is going to hang an aluminum blind over it UGH.

Suggestions for website or book on ideas for covering an interior brick wall in the family room? My new home has a family room downstairs (split level) with a full wall of brick with fireplace off to one side. The floor is pergo and even with lots of windows, it looks quite dark. I like interior design magazines with the light colored wood wall coverings (not bookshelves, but wainscoating?). Please point me to some websites and/or books for ideas on how to cover that ugly brick wall. Thank you.

Window just above the bathtub remodeling/design ideas? I am remodeling a bathroom and I have a window just above the tub. If you take a shower, you need to cover it with a window curtain. Any other options available? Any special type of window I can install? or something nicer then a curtain can be used? Any design ideas are welcome......

Need help with window covering... pic included? http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/527/picture047ypk.jpg These windows are in my living room and I have no idea on how to cover them. It is more for keeping out the light, although you can see into part of our upstairs through the top portion of the windows from the outside. There are already blinds on the lower part of the windows, but we are not sure if or what drapes/curtains would look good... and what we can cover the top part of the windows up with. Any ideas are greatly appreciated, hope this all makes sense!!! Thank you! We have all the measurements, I guess I wasn't being very clear. We are not sure what would look good... blinds vs. full length curtains with like a valance, etc. We don't want it to look tacky, so my question was regarding what decorating options we had. Ty :)

Ideas for Octagon Shaped Window? Does anyone have any ideas what I can do to cover an octagon window I have in my bathroom? The window itself is leaded glass with a flower design and some parts of the flower is frosted glass. I still feel like you can see through it even though parts are frosted. Any ideas???

I am looking for a window cling of a city scene. any ideas where I can find some? I came across one last year at a house i visited, in particular it has many different sections, and it covers your window panes but it comes together as a city scene. it isn't wall art, but window art. HELP!

Need window covering for stained glass window? We have a very large stained glass window in our kitchen above the sink about 5 feet wide and 3 feet high. It is a stained glass window out of a church. It is stained glass throughout the window, not just on the top or sides. My dilemma is that it is a west facing window and I can see that as the summer comes along the heat will just pour through this window causing our house to heat up. (we don't have air conditioning) Anyone have any ideas for window coverings that won't take away from the window but still help keep the hot sunlight out?

Any ideas on how to decorate ugly garage windows? I have a second, unattached, garage next to our house. It has 4 long, evenly spaced windows. Some are cracked and you can see in to it. The outside has not been sided yet and has plain weathered looking wood on it. I was thinking of putting a boulder under each window or a bench under the windows. any other ideas? How can I cover the windows so you don't see into the mess? I'm a single mom and don't know how to do anything too involved. Also, I rent. Thanks!

Window treatment for these huge windows? I need ideas on window covering for these windows! Do they make automatic window blinds for them (probably expensive) or would custom drapes work better(who would you suggest on making them). The sun is so much lower this time of the year and the sun is blaring and I can take it anymore. What would you suggest? http://inlinethumb24.webshots.com/18455/2667114040044541502S425x425Q85.jpg

Any ideas for creating a visual barrier for a window? I have two nosy dogs who will create havoc in our new neighborhood if we let them look out the front window (barking at passersby, etc.) I really need cool ideas for an inexpensive but esthetically pleasing (from inside and outside) "thing" that would cover about 12" (vertical) of the bottom portion of the window. It would need to be easily removable (so we can open the window, etc.) The simplest thing would be construction paper, but that would look tacky. The next simplest thing would be to put a big plant out there, but they'll be able to see through the leaves. Thanks in advance to all you creatively clever DIY's ! Thanks so much for your ideas! We did consider Levolor blinds (they're in the back of our truck) but they're very expensive (we actually have three windows we need to work with). Any inexpensive ideas? We can make something too.

Is there a way to treat a bathroon window so that you can not see in from the outside? In new home construction- I am trying to figure out how to not use a window covering on a beautiful oddly shaped window with am eyelash window above it in the kitchen. I want to have it look normal from the inside, but not have people be able to look in from the outside- especially at night. Any ideas? Thank you.

Ideas on how to repair a tear in a Jeep Wrangler plastic window,the tear is where the plastic meets fabric? There is a tear in my drivers side window at the bottom where the plastic is covered by the fabric, but the fabric is coming lose and the tear is starting to show and open itself to elements. Also, this window zipper only closes and opens one way, going the other way the teeth will not connect, any ideas? Also, there is a larger 4-5 inch tear in my rear plastic window right under where the zipper releases the plastic from the fabric. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Seven (7!) windows in my living room! Need economical window dressing ideas!? These are narrow, about 18" wide and 5 feet tall. Standard 8-ft ceiling. 3 windows on side wall, 4 on street side, with 3-1/2 feet between them. 1 window on each wall gets covered by a door when it's open, so nothing that sticks out very far will work. Privacy needed, but don't want to loose the daylight. Have left the previous owners mini-blinds up there "temporarily" for 5 years - time to do something wonderful. But everything I come up with costs about $200 per window and that's too much times seven!!! I am crafty, and my style is traditional-transitional-eclectic, so I'm open to suggestions. Any great ideas?

Ideas for a big bay window....? I am moving to a smaller place, but I want to make it fabulous. I am into contemporary looks. I love zebra patterns, but I have gotten away from that a little bit as I got a little older. My couch is tan swede. My walls will be off white with a white ceiling. I may paint 2 inch clear gloss stripes over the flat white painted walls, for the contrast when the light hits the walls. So I just was looking for ideas for covering a big open window. The window has about four long window panes. I dont have a picture. I have googled ideas, but havent found anythng awesome. Any ideas, pictures, thoughts are welcome. btw, the window is in the kitchen and is almost the width of the kitchen. Thanks.

I have to attach a basement window well cover & do not have any sheet metal. Ideas fjw5022?

Vinyl lattice as window storm covering.? I live in South Florida, after the hurricanes of the last couple of years and other factors, I have become extremely claustrophobic. I cannot even be in an elevator anymore for more than 2 floors. The thought of being behind plywood boards for days on end, totally freaks me out; so I am looking for alternatives that are 1) inexpensive, 2) protective against flying objects and 3) allow light into the house. I have come up with the idea of vinyl lattice board, they meet all 3 of my requirements. I have looked into lexan panels and they are $4k for my home. (the dealers will do an all or nothing install). Anyone else have any other low cost ideas? or suggestions? in response to my 2 answers so far: 1st - My windows are rollouts, so a permanent covering is out, or I wouldn't be able to open them at all; and 2ndly, I can't move, I just moved in there a month ago. I am a Florida native, I love a good storm, it isn't the storm I have problems with, its the dark enclosed space. And hurricanes don't always come at night. If vinyl lattice is impact resistant to 150 psi, why wouldn't they work? Please validate your response.

Idea needed to cover my window to not let cats out.? I have a very old cat she to ill to go out, but in the summer i want to be able to open my windows. Can someone give me an idea on what to put over the window so it can be opened but completely covered up.

Anybody have an idea on what to cover my window with to make my bedroom dark? I live in an apartment and mine is at the end,so the lights from outside shine right in the window. I have curtains and blinds up,but the light shines in still. I couldn't take it anymore so I taped foil on the window,it makes the room pretty dark,but it looks so tacky from the outside. I don't think anyone sees it except for the gardener,but I would still like to put up something that looks better then that. I don't like doing cheasy stuff. Any ideas? Thanks in advance

I need a good window covering color, small room, blue carpet? Ok, boy, do I need ideas. I have a very small living room, with a woodstove right in the middle of the wall facing you when you walk in, there is a window on each side of the woodstove. The woodstove is also surrounded by dark brick. I have a dark brown leather sofa and recliner, as well as coffee table, and med blue carpet. The walls are a wallpaper of a beige, the adjoing kitchen has wooden floors, a wallpaper with a small blue pattern. I also have a dark green recliner in the room. My problem is window covering. Currently, nothing matches, and I can't stand it, however, I am undecided on what color window covering to go with, I have a total of 4 windows to cover, so the right color is critical. I can accesorise with pillows once I get the window coverings figured out, I know I want a panel type covering but what color ? Or a print ? The living room already feels very cabin like, but needs color, I know the obvious color scheme would be blue and brown, but is that kind of bland ? Keep in mind it is a small room. Please !Help !

Egg drop that survives being thrown to the floor, down the stairs, and out the window. Any ideas? There are some requirements: 1) NO bubble wrap, food, saw dust, styrofoam peanuts, liquid, or parachutes allowed. 2) Can't be more than 95,569 in volume and no more than 5 lbs. 3) Can't boil the egg or coat/cover it with anything. It has to be in a ziploc bag too. That's it, PLEASE answer quickly. Thanks...

Who Has Some Teen Girl Bedroom Ideas? Here are some ideas I like and already have: -Skulls -Tattoo Inspired -Pinup/Retro -Zebra Favorite colors: -Purple -Lime Green -Black+White Send me wall covering ideas and bedding plus window stuff. (: LINKS PLEASE!

Eyebrow (palladian) window covering? Just got a new house that has several eyebrow windows that we want to put a treatment in/on. The things I've seen online are ridiculously expensive so I thought I could make my own. I've checked diy and hgtv websites but no plans or ideas. Anyone have experience??

What is the best way to temporarily replace a car window? My driver side window on my car was shattered and I already have a replacement. The only problem is that I have to go on a 200 mile drive back home (college) and I need to know what is the best temporary window cover for the time being. I imagine trash bags will fall apart and will not provide any sideview mirror access. Any ideas??

Where can I find the metal door and window covers that secure construction sites? I'm in Philadelphia and I work on several row-homes. I have seen these security covers that people are placing on their construction jobs. They are great, they completely cover the door and windows and they are metal - no way to break them and no way to get in. Any ideas who makes them or when I can get them?

Vinyl window glass..anybody ever cover there windows with this? I saw some online and I was thinking it may be a good idea to cover windows since it lets light in, but keeps peeping toms from seeing in. That way I could get rid of my stupid blinds.

Help! The bottom panel of my pvc window frame has come off, any ideas? The window itself is fine, it's just the white pvc cover that surrounds the window frame that has come away... I can see it had some kind of glue/sealant underneath, but do not know what kind. Anyone know what product I would need to stick it back on?

Any ideas for a RUSTIC window covering? I am redoing my bathroom in a rustic style - Earthtones - twig-shelves, some barnwood, etc. (Not hillbilly-rustic, but more Rocky Mountain Lodge rustic.) I'm going to use sticks from trees in my yard to make a curtain rod for the window. The window already has wood shutters on the lower half of the window. We live in the Mountains, so I don't need any type of "privacy curtain", just something stylish. There used to be a valence on that window, but I think I'd like to do something different. And, I'll probably make it myself. Any ideas?

Question on floor to ceiling bay window covers? OK DH and I are looking at a remodeled home that is great-it is move in ready and it is goregous. There is one big issue though in the living room. It has the original bay window with about 20 square single pane glass panals and it starts maybe 8 in from the floor. We have a toddler, 2 cats, and a 40 pound dog. Yikes. I am trying to think of ways to cover this window that won't be awful to look at but will give some safety. One recomendation was to put a 1/4 in piece of acrylic inside the bow of the window(just run it across the flat part) that goes up say 36 in. Then install shutters across that portion and a seperate row across the top that way we can open the slats on the bottom to let in light and still have the safety and the top shutters can befully opened or adjust the slats what have you for light and looks. I love the shutter idea and just didn't think they would give enough strength to add safety, but with the acrylic it might. Does this sound like a possible solution? Oh-I should say that we know the windows need to be redone at some point. The folks who flipped this place replaced all the windows but this one due to the scale. As soon as it is in our budget we will do that but for the present time we need a workable solution. Also, anyone know of shutters that increas the R value of the windows? I know honeycomb shades can do that but doubt that they would last against my gang.

Window cover/ curtain question. We have a door with the long skinny windows on each side.? We are looking for curtain rods, and curtains to cover them up. Any ideas?

On a strict budget but need to decorate my house, any ideas? I am mostly looking for inexpensive ideas to make window valances and to cover some of the ugliest wall paper on the planet. My husband and I have been married a year and it time for the bachelor pad look to go!

ideas for patio door with transom above and two windows on both sides. What kind of window treatment? We get a lot of sun in. And would like to cover it. Verticals or roman shades ?

How can I remove mold that has started growing on/in my window air conditioner? I noticed that black mold has begun to grow on the plastic grill cover of my window air conditioners. This has never happened before and I obviously want to get rid of it prior to starting them for the season. Is there a way to check the interior of the unit and clean it? I've called around and no one services window units anymore. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks!

How do I get a skunk out of my window well? This skunk has taken up residence outside my basement window. It is still there even at night. I have purchased window well covers so that it won't be able to come back, but it won't leave. I have gone out there all times of the day and night, but it is always there. Any ideas?

I need some decorating ideas for my large windows in my living room? I have a large center window measuring 53" wide and two side windows measuring 26" each, for an overall width of 105". These are north facing windows and they become cold at night. I do not want to cover the entire window and lose my view or light. I hope someone will have a great idea for what type of window treatments would work best for me.