Start with the job
Ask what the window needs to do: block sun, protect privacy, soften light, add warmth or look beautiful. One treatment rarely does everything.
Many Nashville homes use different treatments in different rooms.
We list each room and its main job before we compare products.
Blinds
Blinds use slats that tilt to control light and view. They are flexible, easy to adjust and come in faux wood, real wood and aluminum.
Slats leave small gaps when closed, and cleaning each slat takes a little time.
They suit kitchens, offices and rooms where tilt control matters.
Shades
Shades use a single piece of fabric that lifts or rolls. They give a softer, cleaner look and come in light-filtering, room-darkening and blackout versions.
They give less tilt control than blinds and more uniform coverage.
They suit bedrooms, living rooms and anywhere a calm surface is wanted.
Shutters
Shutters are built to fit and look like part of the house. Louvers tilt for light and privacy.
They take weeks to make and cost more than many blinds.
They suit front rooms, bays and spaces where a built-in look matters.
Drapes and curtains
Drapery adds softness, color and sound absorption. It frames the window and can be layered over shades or sheers.
It needs hardware and fabric care.
It suits bedrooms, living rooms and dining rooms where a finished look matters.
Mix and match
Many rooms combine layers, such as a shade for light control and drapes for style. The best mix depends on your room, your budget and your daily routine.
Share your priorities and measurements, and we will show combinations in your own light.
Choose the treatment by the job each window has to do, and layer when one product cannot do it all.
