Window Decorating 101 (NAPSA)—Decorating your windows can be a daunting task. For simple ways to turn your house into a home, please note these answers to the most com- mon window dressing dilemmas: Q. How do I measure for my curtains or drapes? A. Purchase panels that mea- sure 2% times the width of the window. For added fullness, use three times the width. The bottom edge of your curtain or drape should fall to the windowsill, below thesill or to the floor. Leave about 14”of clearance if you opt for floor length. Q. How do I know whatsize curtain redto get? A. Be sure to measure the win- dow width—this is the most im- portant step in buying curtain rods. After measuring the width of the window from casing to casing, add twoto five inches depending on how muchofthe wall you want to cover. Additionally, you should consider fabric weight. The type of curtain rod you buy depends on the weight of the treatment because the heavier the curtain fabric, the more substantial the rod needs to be. Q. How do I select a curtain Decorating with the right drapery will add drama and dimension to any decor. you want lined or unlined cur- tains. Fabrics like velvet and heavier cottons can provide energy-saving and room-darken- ing benefits without sacrificing style. Sheerfabrics let light in and create a softer look. Q.How do I choose what color curtain to purchase? A. Try matching the color of your curtains to the other most style? represented color in the room, the room and decide whether you If your walls are neutral, bring in little warmth by adding a pop A. Think about the function of want a formal, semiformal or casual look. Formal window treat- ments, found in dining rooms and living rooms, are usually layered and made from heavy fabrics. Scarf treatments or valances create a semiformalor casual look. Q.How doI select a curtain fabric? such as walls, floors or bedding. of color. Q.Where can I find the highest-quality curtains for the best price? A. Many clever consumers turn to www.Curtainworks.com, which offers a complete line of curtains retailing for about $25 to $75. The A. Determine what your needs website also features guides on are for a particular room, what how to measure, decorate and comtypes of fabric you prefer and if plete a variety of looks.
