Window Valances | Window Valances : A Buying Checklist

Window Valances : A Buying Checklist

Window valances can be expensive so don’t rush into buying your valances without running your choice through our buying checklist. This checklist will help you weigh up your options when it comes to buying window valances and make sure they are a wonderful topper to your windows rather than a window treatment nightmare.

1. Measurements

Are your sure about your measurements? Many valances are custom made to fit and so can’t be returned. Check again that you have measured the length of your drapery rod correctly (and have measured the rod not just the window!) Remember the old adage measure twice, cut once.

Rich red swag valances

Rich red swag valances

2. Valance Style

Is the window valance you have chosen in keeping with the style of your room? The valance you have chosen may be beautiful but if it does not fit the décor and mood of the room it will stand out like a sore thumb. A casual informal style of room will look plain weird with a complicated arrangement of swags and tails while a soft feminine bedroom needs a soft feminine valance and not a crisp angular Ascot type valance.

3. Fabric

If you have chosen a custom valance will the fabric you have chosen work well with the style of valance? (Think how well it drapes or makes crisp edges depending on the style). Does the valance coordinate with the other window treatments hanging at the window (blinds, curtains)? Are the colors right? Do you have too many patterns going on in your room? Is the fabric of good quality?

4. Valance Size

Is the valance in proportion with the window? Nothing looks less elegant than a top heavy window because of an overly large valance or a tiny valance on top of huge tall windows. See Window Valances FAQ for more details about checking the proportions.

5. Practical Issues

  • Is the price of the valance within the budget you have set for yourself?
  • Have you included the cost of a drapery rod and fitting (if necessary)?
  • What are the making up, sales tax and shipping charges (where applicable)?
  • How long will it be before your valance is delivered? Is that acceptable to you?
  • Can you buy matching items from the same store such as curtain panels or cushions (or additional fabric) to help with coordinating your room décor?

Once you have been through this Window Valances Online check list you should have a good idea of which valances on your short list are suitable for your requirements then you are ready to shop and it is simply a case of ordering the best valance that meets your needs.

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