You have probably seen by now the many ways in which you can dress up your windows, since window treatments come in many shapes, styles, fabrics and materials. Some of the more popular ones include things like curtains, blinds and valances.  Window valances are some of the more simple ways to dramatically alter the look of your windows, and they can be extremely cost effective as well (due to their simplicity).  Let’s get into some of the ideas regarding these products and some ideas that may help you to see what is possible in your own home…

To begin with, you must know that you can use a valance over existing blinds or curtains without the need to replace them.  Custom valances can be created for most any window and home décor. While youll pay more for custom pieces such as these, if you value the look of your home’s interior the interior, sometimes you just have to invest in what will give you the greatest look.

There are kits that you can buy to do this yourself if you are more of a DIY type or home decorating enthusiast.  These are nothing more than foam-like pieces that can be mounted above and over your windows as your new valance.  They work by you selecting your fabric or fabrics and wrapping them in whichever way you like around that foam core.  Next, you just need to stick it and mount it as instructed.

Another option is to go with a window scarf valance.  These type of valances are simple, but can reveal an elegant looking window treatment when required and is especially true if your fabrics are made of a more luxurious fabric (like a velvet or silk).  How these scarf valances works (as the name implies) is that they are draped and hung around the curtain rod, giving it a scarf-like appeal.  It can be hung in a variety of ways to give you just the look you are after.  So, you see, there are several ways to go when you are contemplating what type of window valance to choose!