What are the best window treatments for bedrooms?

Best for sleep: blackout cellular shades. Block 99%+ of light. Best insulation. Clean look. Combine with: blackout curtains or drapes over the shades for a layered look. Budget option: blackout roller shades ($30-$80 per window). Premium option: motorized blackout cellular shades ($150-$400 per window). Avoid: standard blinds (light leaks around slats). Woven wood shades (filter light, don't block it). Curtains alone (without a shade underneath) unless they are blackout lined. The best combination: blackout cellular shades + decorative curtain panels. The shades do the work; the curtains add style.

What are the best window treatments for bathrooms?

Must be moisture-resistant. Best options: faux wood blinds (waterproof, easy to clean). Vinyl roller shades. Cellular shades with moisture-resistant coating. Plantation shutters (painted, not raw wood). Avoid: real wood blinds (warp in humidity). Fabric Roman shades (mold risk). Unlined curtains near the shower. For privacy: top-down bottom-up cellular shades. Open from the top for light while keeping the bottom closed for privacy.

Are plantation shutters worth the cost?

Pros: add home value (one of the few window treatments that do). Last 20-30+ years. Classic look that never goes out of style. Energy efficient. Easy to clean. Custom fit. Cons: most expensive option ($200-$500 per window). Cannot be moved if you change windows. Limit fabric/pattern design options. Best rooms for shutters: living room, dining room, kitchen (where they add the most value). The verdict: yes, worth it for rooms that are visible from the outside and for homes where you plan to stay long-term. The value they add at resale offsets much of the cost.

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Siding & Exterior

Window Treatment Guide: Blinds, Curtains & Shutters

Q: How much do window treatments cost?

Per window (installed): mini blinds: $15-$40. Faux wood blinds: $30-$80. Cellular shades: $60-$200. Roman shades: $80-$300. Ready-made curtains + rod: $40-$150. Custom drapes + rod: $250-$1,000+. Plantation shutters: $200-$500. For a whole house (15-20 windows): budget: $450-$1,600. Mid-range: $900-$4,000. Premium: $3,000-$10,000. Most popular approach: mix treatments by room (shutters in living room, cellular shades in bedrooms, faux wood in bathrooms).

Lumberama Editorial Team, Window Treatment & Interior Design Specialists Nov 8, 2026 10 min read

Blinds

Faux wood blinds: Most popular blind. PVC or composite material that looks like wood. Moisture-resistant (great for kitchens and bathrooms). Durable and affordable. Cost: $20-$60 per window.

Real wood blinds: Natural wood (basswood, bamboo). Lighter than faux wood. Beautiful grain and warmth. Not for high-humidity rooms. Cost: $40-$120 per window.

Aluminum mini blinds: Budget option. Available in many colors. Dents easily. Commercial or utilitarian look. Cost: $10-$30 per window.

Vertical blinds: For sliding doors and large windows. Fabric, vinyl, or faux wood vanes. Practical but less stylish. Cost: $30-$100 per door/window.

Shades

Roller shades: Clean, minimal look. Roll up into a tube at the top. Available in many fabrics and opacity levels. Solar shades filter light and reduce glare. Cost: $30-$100 per window.

Cellular (honeycomb) shades: Best insulation of any window treatment. Honeycomb structure traps air. Available in single, double, and triple cell. Light filtering or blackout. Cost: $40-$150 per window.

Roman shades: Fabric that folds into pleats when raised. Elegant, polished look. Available in flat, hobbled, and balloon styles. Cost: $50-$200 per window.

Woven wood shades: Natural materials (bamboo, jute, grass). Organic, textured look. Light filtering (not blackout unless lined). Cost: $40-$150 per window.

Curtains and Drapes

Ready-made curtains: Off-the-shelf standard sizes. Most affordable option. Limited customization. Cost: $15-$80 per panel.

Custom drapes: Made to exact measurements. Unlimited fabric and style options. Professional look with perfect fit. Cost: $100-$500+ per panel.

Curtain styles: Grommet: modern, easy to slide. Rod pocket: gathered, traditional. Pinch pleat: tailored, formal. Tab top: casual, relaxed.

Curtain lengths: Sill length: casual, functional. Below sill (apron): slightly more formal. Floor length: most popular, polished look. Puddle: extra fabric pools on the floor, luxurious.

Shutters

Plantation shutters: Wide louvers (2.5-4.5 inches). Most popular shutter style. Adds home value. Custom-fit to each window. Cost: $200-$500 per window (installed).

Cafe shutters: Cover bottom half of window only. Privacy while allowing light from above. Charming, cottage look. Cost: $100-$300 per window.

Cost Summary

Per window (installed): Mini blinds: $15-$40. Faux wood blinds: $30-$80. Roller shades: $40-$120. Cellular shades: $60-$200. Roman shades: $80-$300. Ready-made curtains (pair + rod): $40-$150. Custom drapes (pair + rod): $250-$1,000+. Plantation shutters: $200-$500.

For a whole house (15-20 windows): Budget (faux wood blinds): $450-$1,600. Mid-range (cellular shades): $900-$4,000. Premium (plantation shutters): $3,000-$10,000. Mix and match (most popular): $1,500-$5,000.