Budget - How Much Should I Budget for Window Coverings?

"How much should I budget for window coverings?" is the most common question that we get from prospective clients. It is important to prioritize your window covering purchases prior to actually placing your order to set a realistic budget.

The first priorities for most homeowners is taking care of privacy issues, room darkening needs and energy efficiency. This means that the windows should be covered first with alternative window coverings (blinds, shades, shutters, etc.) that will satisfy these needs before adding the more decorative elements that will make your room's design pop. I recommend that you add the fabrics later as they are the most expensive part of the window covering budget. They should take a bit of time to plan for and to find the just right fabric and design.

In our society we are taught not to "talk about our money" with strangers and this actually hinders us from being able to let professionals in any field offer us their advice and service. We place a barrier between them and us. There is nothing shameful about stating what you hope to accomplish and for how much you hope to pay to do this with someone who has the product knowledge that you lack. These professionals will tell you quickly if you will be able to do what you want to do spending the amount that you stated. And, you must be realistic - I see clients all the time that are simply out-of-the-loop on what costs are today. They seem to be stuck in the past. Do a little research before you actually hit the stores so that you will be armed with some knowledge, it will make your shopping experience much more enjoyable.

Today there is such a hugh selection of products available to us that it is confusing. Try to find a window covering design specialist that you are comfortable working with and remember the most important piece of advice - when you set your budget always remember "you get what you pay for!". If the cost is cheap the product usually isn't the best quality and won't last as long as a better quality product that sometimes costs just a little bit more.