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There are several beautiful neighborhoods and homes in Massachusetts. Often, as I see them, I just want to go in and look at the architecture, the design, the layout and the décor. But often, in the décor, I am disappointed. There are several ways to ruin your décor, and lessen the impact of your beautiful home.
 
Ready made drapes, roman shades and window treatments just don’t fit right. Let’s face it, perhaps there used to be a standard window size, but there just isn’t any more. With all the custom building and designs in homes today, windows are built to fit. So should your window treatments be custom made to fit your windows.

Plastic Blinds with visible mountings is another great big no no! When you have beautiful wood and expansive molding around your doors, windows and ceilings, this is not the time or place to introduce plastic. If it is blinds your are looking for, Faux Wood or Wood blinds are the only alternative. Continue the dramatic statement of your architecture and let the eye have a seamless visual journey around your room.

Synthetic fabrics do not look right in beautiful homes. With the variety of  fabrics available such as silks, brocade and linen, why use a fabric that will lose its shape on your beautiful windows. Over time, well made fabrics hold their shape and color much better than their synthetic counterparts.

You spent a lot of money on your home. It is also your sanctuary and where you invite friends. Don’t ruin what you are trying to accomplish with the wrong products. Value is what you get out of something over the life of the product. Put value into your décor with help from Window Treatment Showplace.

Custom drapes are most often used for a decorative look rather than functional purpose and normally hang to the floor and flank custom curtains on either side. Custom drapes can be used to create elegant, casual or sophisticated looks in any room in your home. If you are looking for the latest styles and fabric selection you cannot go wrong with silks, velvets or linens. If you are looking for the latest contemporary styles or if your preference is traditional elegance, our interior design team will always bring you the latest in custom drapery design and fabric.

You can choose between your own favorite styles like French Pleat or Grommet, or select your own lining options like blackout Lining or flannel. And, you will always get the highest quality service. Whenever you call or visit you will talk with one of our staff who has all of your project information at their fingertips.

With custom made drapes we offer styles, fabrics, and sizes not available in off-the-shelf window treatments. Custom drapes add dramatic style to any window.

That's why they are most often chosen for the showcase rooms in your home like living rooms, formal dining rooms or an intimate master bedroom. With draperies you make a dramatic statement about your home, your life and your style. Our drapes are beautifully made to order. At Window Treatment Showplace we have a passion for making the very best custom drapes and we offer only the best fabrics, because you should settle for nothing less.

Are you trying to decide between improving your home's decor and making upgrades to increase your home's resale value? Many homeowners are surprised that doing a little bit of both will actually pay off. If you are thinking of selling your home small improvements can really pay off in increasing your home’s value.

Make two lists — upgrades for your home value and upgrades just for you. Upgrades for your home may consist of replacing old faucets, permanent lighting and interior or exterior doors. Upgrades for you are furniture, artwork and window treatments. Just refreshing a room with new upholstery or adding beautiful drapes can help you get the right price for your home. Pick projects and watch what a difference there is in your homes appearance after they are completed. With a thought out plan, you will see real progress.

Making upgrades for your home value can cost a bundle, so take a break and make small changes for a couple of months. Upgrade a few light switch plates or buy some new fabric toss pillows or new bedding. Make one upgrade per month and you will be happy with the difference this makes.

Curb appeal increases home value as well. Go across the street and assess your homes curb appeal for a fresh perspective. Taking a black and white photo helps as well, you will be surprised at what you see when you take away the color. Look at ways to accentuate the positives and draw the eye where you want it to go.