Window Treatments Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books)

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   C. Huber “Decorating Diva”

   July 24, 2011

   33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

   
   Great design idea source!, July 1, 2007

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   C. Huber “Decorating Diva” (College Station, TX USA) –
   
     

   This review is from: Window Treatments Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books) (Paperback)

   I am an aspiring interior decorator who has bought tons of window treatment idea books as well as countless magazines for window treatment inspiration. This book now ranks #1 among all my resources for design ideas! The pictures are gorgeous, the styles are numerous and the bonus is that not only do the pictures show great window treatment ideas, but the rooms themselves are equally stunning, giving lots of decorating ideas as well. And while this is not a how-to book, it does help you decide what type of treatmens are best for your particular window type. It also helps you decide, for example, how many pleats you should plan for a pleated valance based on your window size. The only caveat I would give is that it includes mostly traditional decor, including traditional window treatments. There are few examples of more modern, clean-lined treatments. But as my style runs mostly to traditional anyway, this does not bother me. Again, a great resource for design ideas for yourself and for your clients!

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   R. Boyd

   July 24, 2011

   20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

   
   Great ideas, terrific photography, February 6, 2007

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   R. Boyd (British Columbia, Canada) –
   
     

   This review is from: Window Treatments Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books) (Paperback)

   I first borrowed this book from our local library, and liked it so much I bought my own. The photos of window treatments in actual rooms make the styles more real than sketches of windows alone. Included are explanations of how the various styles are constructed, and also recommendations for when to use professional installation, ‘store-bought’ or easy ‘do-it-yourself’ steps. Practical advice for when to use and when not to use a particular window treatment is really valuable. Whether you like the full multi-layered luxurious treatments, or simple classic coverings, it’s all here.

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   Midwest Book Review

   July 24, 2011

   19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

   
   A “must-have” for amateur and professional interior designers alike, September 19, 2006

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   Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) –

   This review is from: Window Treatments Idea Book (Taunton Home Idea Books) (Paperback)

   Professional window designers specializing in creating window treatments for more than seventeen years, Sue Sampson and Ellen DeLucia draw upon their impressive expertise in Window Treatments Idea Book, providing homeowners with design ideas, fabric and color issues, measuring and installation practices, and turning off-the-shelf windows into custom-made world class enhancements for any interior design project. Chapters discuss how to optimize fashionable selections for privacy and light control; adding creativity to window toppers; making new takes on traditional styles; and much more. Full-color photographs offer a wealth of inspiration, making Window Treatments Idea Book a “must-have” for amateur and professional interior designers alike.

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