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September 10, 2012
Kid-friendly décor includes window treatments that are neat and safe.
Q: My children’s bedroom is large and bright and has a wall of windows. What would you suggest for covering the windows? I have two rambunctious (a nice word for wild) boys and curtains aren’t an option.

A: Oh, I can relate to your busy boys ... probably hanging off the curtain rods or using the fabric for superhero capes. There were years when I simply left the windows bare. But you do have options. Roller blinds come in a variety of solid, juicy colours that will jazz up your kids’ room, and roll up and out of the way neatly for daytime playing. When pulled down, most of the sunlight or night street lights are blocked out with enough left peaking around the edges to give comfort to children who don’t like totally black rooms. ...(read more)

Glass doors have been decorated with custom designed window film that provides privacy from close neighbours while letting the light shine through.

I admit, that when it comes to decorating, my first or even second thoughts have nothing to do with windows. I start with what sort of mood I want to create in the room, and then move to colour and furniture choices. It’s only after I’ve been living in a fishbowl for far too long and getting curious looks from my neighbours, that I make my move.  ...(read more)