Like most big projects, home decorating is best tackled in smaller, more manageable projects. Start by defining which rooms are a main priority, and then determine which windows you want to tackle first. If your goal is…

…Increasing privacy, start with rooms facing the street or with views to adjacent homes. Living rooms and bedrooms usually fall into this category.

…Light control, address the needs of larger windows and patio doors. Also consider rooms where light control would be an issue, like a master bedroom, media room or nursery. South- and west-facing rooms will get the strongest direct sunlight.

…Insulation, look for windows where heat, drafts and other energy-stealers are a concern. Rooms like nurseries and family rooms, where you spend a lot of time, might be a good place to start.

…To redecorate and define the style of your whole home, you'll want to be sure you make decisions with the whole color scheme and décor in mind. You can still work room by room, just keep referring back to your original decorating goals. Check out our "Making the Right Choice" section for lots of helpful hints.

Style Choices

Today's decorating rules leave lots of room for personal expression. You can use window treatments to complement your existing décor, or to create interest and contrast. The choice is yours. If your look is…

…Clean and contemporary, consider painted wood blinds or simple shades in neutral hues. Their simple beauty will enhance a modern home's understated sense of style.

…Casual or country, try warm natural wood or classic roller shades in a whimsical print. Window treatments here should make a room feel warm, cozy and inviting.

…More on the eclectic side, natural shades are perfect. You can change the mood of your rooms depending on the material you choose. For example, rattan or bamboo creates an exotic effect, while tortoise shell bamboo adds refinement to a traditional interior.

Formal and elegant, go for drama with lots of layers and texture. Soft shades make a room feel more finished, while panels and top treatments in fabrics like silk and velvet can make any window look extraordinary.

Whatever style you choose, you can be sure with The Blind Man that your window treatments will fit your windows precisely-they're made to your specifications. Use your imagination. And have fun! That's what home decorating is all about.

Budget Planning

To prepare a budget, start by determining how many windows you plan to do. Start with one room, perhaps a bedroom or kitchen, and begin by measuring your windows. (See our easy measuring guide for easy, foolproof instructions). Next, call for a free estimate (restrictions apply), to see how much the treatments you've chosen will cost. Be sure to factor in all of the options you want, like twill cloth tapes and top/down bottom/up features. Add up the cost of each room to determine the best place to begin your decorating project. You may be surprised but The Blind Man makes window treatments so affordable, you'll probably want to do all of your windows at once!