Do windows need to be centered?

Do windows need to be centered?

When choosing windows, you have a choice between operable windows that open and non-operable or fixed windows that do not. To take advantage of cooling breezes in the summer, pay attention to the prevailing wind direction for your area and be sure to place plenty of operable windows facing that direction.

How do you dress an uneven window?

1. Option #1: Frame Both Windows With Long Panels.
2. Option #2: Two Sets of Panels with Roman Shades.
3. Option #3: Rethink Separate Drapery Rods.
4. Option #1: Use Bay Window-Specific Drapery Rods.
5. Option #2: Try Separate Rods.
6. Option #3: Think Outside the Corners.
7. Option #4: Skip the Panels Altogether.

How do you hang curtains when the window is at the top of the wall?

How to Hang Curtains When the Window Is at the Top of the Wall

1. Suspension Curtain Rods. Floor-to-ceiling windows are often slightly or deeply recessed, allowing the adjacent walls to form a kind of frame.
2. Hardware-free Hooks.
3. Use Wall Brackets.
4. Install Ceiling Mounts.
5. Suspended Ceiling Hardware.

How do you balance asymmetrical windows?

The easiest way to do that is by creating a faux window in the same dimensions as the existing window. The same style of trim can be used to heighten the illusion, then hang a matching curtain rod and curtains. This creates a balancing effect and makes the room more comfortable.

How close can windows be to ceiling?

Windows are usually about three feet from the floor and approximately 18 inches from the ceiling. This leaves a header above the window, necessary for proper installation. This also leaves space beneath the window so that furniture will not obstruct or interfere much with the view.

Can a house have too many windows?

Yes. Too many windows facing south in an ordinary house can cause over heating. A window area on the south side of not more than 6 per cent of the total floor space of your house (counting a heated basement) should cause no problems.

How do I make two windows look like one?

Window Treatments for Making Two Windows Look Like One

1. Draperies. Attach a curtain rod on the wall above the windows, across the length of both.
2. Wood Blinds. Hang one wood or textured bamboo blind to cover both windows.
3. Mirror. Mirrors are a good way to use trickery in a situation that is not ideal.
4. Shutters.

What is the proper placement of curtain rods?

As a general rule, drapes will be open during the day, so make sure the curtain rod extends at least four inches on each side of the window’s inside frame. To create the illusion of a wider window, extend the rod up to 10 inches beyond the window’s frame.