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3 Window Treatment Solutions For Wide Windows In Clearwater Florida

May 31, 2016

When your window is four feet or wider, functional window treatments that are fashionable may seem hard to find in Clearwater. But you have more options than you think.

Some window treatment options such as blinds are able to cover wide windows. But when you have multiple blinds butting up to each other without a frame, they don’t show the window off. Nor do they offer enough control over temperature and light.

So we brought together these 3 window treatment ideas for wide windows in Clearwater to help you understand how to choose coverings for your wide windows.

1. Shutters For Wide Windows

Wide windows are exposed to lots of light. Plantation shutters let you control all that light. They cover the window entirely using multiple panels inside a frame that gives you a seamless look. Each shutter panel can swing out along its hinge. Each panel’s louvers tilt down to block out light. The frame that encases the panels ties the whole window treatment together, giving it a finished look on your wide window.

Wide kitchen windows with plantation shutters 

You can adjust each individual shutter panel to let in as much light as you want with a tilt rod. The louvers all move together, so you can let in more light more quickly. Depending on your window’s size, you may even choose to have a divider rail installed. With a divider rail, you can adjust the top louvers separately from the bottom louvers.

Because they have so much glass, wide windows can lead to high energy bills. Certain plantation shutters, such as Polywood®, can block airflow and heat transfer. And that means more energy savings for you.

All that glass also means that you need a window treatment that gives you control over privacy. Plantation shutters for wide windows close all the way to block off both light and curious eyes looking in. Tilt the louvers upward to let light into the room while maintaining your privacy.

2. Window Film For Wide Windows

Your wide windows provide you with a pretty view of your Clearwater neighborhood. Window film allows you to see that view without any distractions. When applied to your wide window, the film may add a colored tint to the window. You can pick from a range of darkening to add some privacy. The darkened tints won’t obstruct your view when you’re inside the house looking out.

Window film on wide window 

In addition, window film blocks UV rays coming through the glass. Since wide windows allow more sunlight in than narrow windows, it’s essential that you cover them with window film if you’re not going to use any other window treatment. Window film will protect your furniture and carpets from fading.

3. Shades For Wide Windows

Shades can dress up wide windows. Extremely wide windows may mean you need to install more than one shade across the width of the window for complete coverage. But there are shades that come in wide widths. When you want less light, roll the shades down. And you can add a room darkening liner to control light as well as privacy.

Look out at the outside view by rolling your shades up. In the retracted position, shades provide a gorgeous accent for your wide window.

Get Custom Window Treatments For Your Wide Windows, Clearwater!

We have the window treatments you’re interested in for your wide windows in Clearwater. Schedule your free in-home design consultation to look at window treatments samples and receive a quote. Our experts are glad to answer your questions about window coverings for wide windows. Whether your wide windows are in the kitchen or living room, we’ve got you covered. Give us a call at 813-580-7288 today to find your custom window treatments.