Curtains and window treatments are stunning techniques you can consider for home decor. Whether you are redecorating your room or moving into a new apartment, getting the look of the windows changed can significantly increase the beauty of the interiors. In case you have never considered this home improvement tip, read on to know about the most popular and widely used window treatments today.

Shades
Shades are a common category of curtain and window treatments used to decorate windows of various sizes and styles. It is one of the most affordable options for window coverings. Shades can be pulled down to cover up the full window or a small portion of the entire window. They are made from various materials such as fabrics, vinyl, woven wood, etc., and come in a variety of designs. The most common shade styles are roller shades, Roman shades, pleated shades, solar shades, and honeycomb shades.

Blinds
Blinds are a window treatment option that comes with adjustable slats that can be tilted, raised, and lowered for your privacy and to control the amount of natural light that enters a room. They are usually made from materials such as wood, bamboo, and vinyl.

Blinds tend to have a cord that can be pulled to make adjustments. They are also available in cordless designs that use different mechanisms, such as a tension system in the bottom or head rail that helps to lower or raise the blinds. The most popular styles of blinds are Venetian blinds, vertical blinds, panel track blinds, wooden blinds, and faux wood blinds.

Curtains
This is one of the most popular options and is an extremely common sight in almost all homes. Curtains allow a good amount of privacy and are easy to adjust. They are mostly made with loose fabrics and work well with the majority of window types.

Curtains are mostly hung from rods mounted on the wall above the window. Both curtains and the rods come in different thicknesses, sizes, and colors. The type of curtain that suits the room the best will depend upon the purpose of treatment and the overall look of the room. The most commonly available curtain styles and designs are sheer fabric, blackout, eyelet, and pencil pleat.

Drapes
Drapes can block more light and help you have more privacy in your space. The drapery is fixed in such a way that it hangs alongside or over the windows.

These usually come in double-lined designs intended to keep out cold and heat. They are available in many different styles of colors, patterns, styles, and lengths. The most popular forms of drapery are ripple fold, pleat, inverted pleat, grommet, goblet, cubicle, sheer, and rod pocket.

Shutter
Shutters are an alternative form of window treatment that offer the look and feel of blinds. Most shutters are typically made of stained or painted wood that matches the ambiance of the room. Shutters can be tilted to adjust the light entering through the windows. They can also be kept open for a clear view through the window.

Valances
Valences are decorative pieces of curtain and window treatments, mostly used to cover other treatment hardware. These window treatments are hung or draped over the top of the window frame. They are mostly made up of stylish fabrics that come in attractive designs such as pleated and arched designs.

Swags
A window swag is a lengthy piece of fabric that hangs loosely on the top of the windows to add a glamorous style. They are usually added to decorative valances and are draped around a curtain rod that allows them to hang loosely.

Cornices
A window cornice is an ornamental framework mostly made from wood or hard materials, which are later covered with paint, wallpaper, or fabrics. They serve as a box-like shape framework that helps to attach window treatment hardware and then hide that hardware from vision.

Panel tracks
A panel track is a simple alternative to vertical blinds. It is specially designed to suit large doors and windows. Similar to blinds, panel tracks can stack in different ways, such as left, right, parting down the middle, etc., and move side to side on a sliding track system. The panel can be mounted on a wall, door frame, or ceiling above the window.

Treated glasses
For those who do not want to cover the windows with normal treatments for curtains and windows, this is a great option. Different forms of glass treatments, such as colored glass, stained glass, frosted glass, and window films, are a great way to get privacy and enhance the overall appearance of the room.