Can I put a valance over blinds?
They’re often made of hard wood or PVC plastic slats. Most Venetian blinds are inside-mounted, so you’ll be able to use virtually any type of valance as an outside-mount.
What can I put over mini blinds?
With Kwik-Hang curtain rod brackets, you can hang your curtains over blinds in just three steps:
- Tap a Kwik-Hang curtain rod bracket into your window casing with a hammer.
- Thread your curtains through your curtain rod.
- Insert the curtain rod into the bracket, and you’re done!
What is a blind valance?
A window valance (or pelmet in the UK) is a form of window treatment that covers the uppermost part of the window and can be hung alone or paired with other window blinds, or curtains. Valances are a popular decorative choice in concealing drapery hardware.
Are valances out of style?
So, to answer the question above, Yes, valances are still in style when made out of trending fabrics, colors and designs! Plus, classic designs are always in style, they just may need to be updated in a more current fabric pattern or color.
What can I use instead of a window valance?
Tablecloth Linens. A crafty homeowner can whip up a window treatment with any textile—even table linens! Debbie from Debbie Doo’s took pretty cloth napkins and hung them from a rod using curtain clips. The result is an easy and cheerful alternative to a traditional valance.
How do you hang curtains over blinds without drilling?
To hang curtains using a damage-free installation method, try one of these options:
- Secure the hardware with adhesive hooks. Adhesive hooks or adhesive strips are versatile hanging tools you can purchase in various sizes and strengths.
- Use magnetic curtain rods.
- Use tension rod curtains inside window frames.
Do blinds need a valance?
Some products need to have a valance or cornice board (usually wood blinds or faux wood blinds), but for most, it’s merely an option. We work with customers and other users all the time that are trying to solve design puzzles of their own.
What is the point of a valance?
A valance is a piece of fabric that hangs across the top of a window to hide other window treatment’s hardware and add softness, color, and pattern.
How can I make my blinds look better?
“For privacy and to add a bit of texture, introduce drapery to the space,” she says. “For a more modern look opt for crisp, linen drapes, and for a more eclectic look, velvet is a great option. This will also keep the blinds from being the focal point, even when the curtains are open.”
How do you hang a valance without a rod?
Hang a valance without a curtain rod –use adhesive Velcro and attach to top of blinds. What an improvement! Hang a valance without a curtain rod –use adhesive Velcro and attach to top of blinds.
Are valances necessary?
Valances are an important part of window treatments. They provide a decorative element that can tie together the look and feel of your entire room. If this sounds like something you need, then we recommend reading on about when roller shades will require one!