Transom Window Treatments to Beautify Your Home

Did you know that transom windows date back to Medieval times? Today, these multi-paned divided windows are an excellent choice for homeowners who wish to add visual interest and a historical touch to their existing windows and doors. Transom windows range from the functional – a flat, rectangular divided pane above a traditional window – to the decorative – a fan-shaped multi-pane opening in a door or above a window. But if you have transom windows or are considering adding some, you may be wondering what to do about transom window treatments.

The good news is that there are many window treatments that suit transom windows. One popular option for transom window treatments is to cover the transom with a valance. Sheer, white, and/or textured fabrics can be used to make your inside space “pop”. As an added benefit, fabric valances will shave money off your energy bill by helping to insulate the windows.

Simple transom window treatments is use a traditional, sheer curtain mounted directly above the transom. Light colored, sheer fabric can be selected so as to not block light from entering your home. Even the tallest transom can be treated with this method, and the curtain can be allowed to fall to the floor if desired for a traditional, elegant, look.

If you wish to apply a window treatment that leaves the look of your beautiful transoms unscathed, try a window film. This inexpensive, transparent, plastic, can be used to cover the transom panes the same way you might get window tinting for your car. A greenish gray color is the most popular, helping to soften the colors in your home and protecting your furniture from light while preserving the beauty of your transoms.

Another option for transoms is blinds. Contact a custom-made blind company, who will be happy to create blinds to fit your transom windows. Blinds are available in a range of styles and colors, but we really like wooden blinds or sheer blinds. They have a more classic, elegant look than the usual plastic blinds, and can be customized to match your decor.

Whether you choose to add a simple light-blocking treatment to your transoms, or you choose to go all the way and cover them with sheer curtains or blinds, you will find that it is easy to enhance the handsomeness of your old-fashioned transoms. Remember that they are an asset to your home, not an obstacle to finding the right window treatment. For more on window treatment ideas check out www.WindowTreatmentDecor.com.