These are the best looking valance styles. They are unique, clean and simple, and have a timeless style.
These photos range from very easy to make (which you could sew & hang as a weekend project) to more complicated.
If budget is key, notice that some valances are stapled to a 1 x 4 board, so you don’t have to purchase a rod.
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Window Valance with tab top This Greensboro, NC window looked much larger once we hung this custom valance in the bedroom |
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This Window Valance is simple to make Notice how much it adds to this kitchen |
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Window Valance with two pleats Stapled onto a 1 x 4 board This valance is even great for living rooms |
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The best looking valances often have contrast fabrics This valance is great for kitchen windows |
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Window valance with contrast straps This structured style valance is clean and simple |
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This mock roman valance is a popular style voted #1 as the best window valance which is great for kitchens, baths, & bedrooms |
What are the advantages of a valance?
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The best looking window valances can add a “finished look” to your windows. If you don’t believe they’re necessary, check out the BEFORE & AFTER windows on our web site at http://www.transformingrooms.com
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Valances create the illusion of height, so the ceilings feel taller and the room feels larger.
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A window valance is a great way to add color and texture, not to mention better sound absorbtion!
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Valances require very little fabric, but they have maximum impact.
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A valance can make a window feel larger, which makes windows look more expensive.
Your before and after pictures of the different valances and window treatments really helped my decisions!