How can you use window treatments to accent a farmhouse chic decor style? Your home interior is farmhouse fab, but the windows are bare. Before you invest in new window treatments, take a look at what you need to know about your options for this popular rustic type of decor.
What Is Farmhouse Decor?
This style emphasizes a rustic look and creates a classic or traditional type of aesthetic. Even though farmhouse interior decor is rustic, it's more chic than shabby. In other words, farmhouse decor doesn't have to look like you live in a barn. You also don't have to actually live in a farmhouse, on a farm, or even in the countryside to use this type of interior design. Farmhouse chic decor is popular everywhere, from farms to urban apartments.
Think of this style as cozy, comfortable, and accessible. The use of natural materials (such as wooden accents) and an antique or almost old fashion aesthetic marks the farmhouse chic style. Instead of buddy patterns and bold colors, farmhouse interiors may have more neutral tones. But these don't have to only include tans, browns, or grays. Your farmhouse chic interior may have greens, deep blues, or neutral pastels (such as sage, peach, and blush).
What Types of Window Treatments Match a Farmhouse Style?
There's no universal or one-size-fits-all answer to this question. While a traditional farmhouse may have shutters, you don't necessarily have to accent the windows with wooden decor. To effectively create a farmhouse style, your windows treatments should coordinate with the color palette and feel of the room. This means you can use almost any type of treatment, provided you choose the right hue and texture.
Again, a neutral palette is a staple of the farmhouse style. Instead of ornate red and gold patterned drapes or something equally as bold, stick to a simple solid or subtle pattern. If you do prefer patterns, consider a rustic or natural option. A simple floral or plant-inspired design will play up the farmhouse chic look. If you aren't a fan of floral, consider a basic plaid, checked, or other home-like, cozy style.
The texture of the material you select depends on what type of farmhouse style design you want to use in the interior. A sheer or barely-lined Roman shade may pair well with a delicate French chic-inspired decor, while you may want to choose a heavier fabric or thickly-textured drape to go with a cabin-like farmhouse style.
Can You Use Motorized Blinds In a Farmhouse Room?
Even though motorized blinds are decidedly modern, this type of high-tech option doesn't have to clash with a simple, rustic farmhouse style. The motorized part of the blind is hidden from the eye. This makes the modern tech practically invisible. Without noticeable technology or a contemporary look, you can easily pair a motorized blind with your traditional farmhouse interior aesthetic.
Like with un-motorized window treatments, use the color palette, texture, and overall styling of the blind to play up the room's rustic feel.
How Can You Create Custom Farmhouse-Inspired Window Treatments?
Whether you want a dainty drape, heavier curtain, Roman shade, or a motorized blind, start your farmhouse decor search with a window treatment professional. An experienced, knowledgeable window treatment contractor can help you to select the just-right color, pattern, and texture.
The pro can also explain the different styles or types of treatments available and schedule an installation service. Even though installation may seem easy, failure to properly hang your new window treatments can take away from the overall style or make the room seem sloppy.
Are you ready to accent your farmhouse style room with new window treatments? Contact
Sylvan's & Phillip's for more information.
