Windows can now control light and heat through electricity and high-tech formulations, making blinds and shades optional

Simple white curtains bring refreshing lightness or whispery innocence to bedrooms, patios and more

Blinds, drapes, shades and curtain rods to give your windows a polished, put-together look

Get the privacy, light filtering and look you want with this breakdown of blind options

If you’re hemming and hawing over curtains and shutters — or nothing at all — these bay window treatment ideas can help

Filter light and views while drawing the eye by dressing windows in specialty glass, artistic screens or snazzy shades

Learn the basic terms for parts and styles of draperies and curtains to get the look you want

The humble window treatment is stealing the scene with fresh patterns, color and pizzazz

Custom or ready-made? Pinch or pencil pleats? Knowing the options will help you decide which window coverings are right for your space

Get curtains that look high end — even if you don't sew — with just a little trim here or a little banding there