Hang Bamboo Blinds With White Curtains, step by step

Everyone already knows that besides paint, we think curtains are the number one way to add polish and style to any space! It is a especially plain way to add height, drama, and billowy softness, so we at last got around to adding some long floor length $5 Ikea curtains on either side of our bamboo shades in the den- simply like we did in our living room a while back.

Here are our boxy den windows before, simply calling out for some soft and serene floor length beauties (do not mind John in the corner taking some measurements). Sure the room looked clean and “craftsman” without them, but something was missing…

Simply look at the difference a few inexpensive white panels can make (oh and check out our curtain-hanging walkthrough for a few pointers and tricks):

Of course we are all about hanging them high and wide, to make the window appear even bigger than it is and ensure that they do not block an inch of light (which consistently makes a room feel open and airy). Our white curtains of choice are consistently Ikea’s Vivan panels (at simply $9.99 for two, it does not get much better than that). We also enjoy that they come in two lengths (98″ and 118″), so even those with taller ceilings can snag the longer versions (which will only run you $14.99 for two) and achieve the same breezy and inviting look on the low-cost and in an afternoon. Look, even Burger’s a fan.

The bamboo roman shades are in fact from Walmart since they consistently seem to have an affordably priced selection in a bunch of standard (and non-standard) sizes right in the store. We have even hung two of them next to each other in the living room to mimic the look of one long blind without spending a large amount on a custom, oversized roman shade.

We also enjoy to get our oil-rubbed-bronze-looking rods from Target. They are understated and plain so the curtains get all the attention- simply the way it should be. And the standard ceiling in the den feels so much taller thanks to our new additions, which introduce breezy vertical elements to add to the illusion of height.

I cannot believe it took us so long, especially since we have been so swift to suggest curtains to anyone who will listen! The lesson: convince your husband to take you to Ikea far more frequently. And even if he groans about hanging more curtain rods around the house, bribe him with a trip to Taco Bell and get on with it.

What about you folks? Do you have any rooms that could use the polish and brought in height that floor length curtains can bring? Any other totally overdue decorating tasks on your to-do list? Do tell.

Update: Check out the comments on this post by clicking the voice bubble next to the title to see a plethora of curtain related questions and a bevy of helpful hints and plain solutions.

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