Goal of the project: The client in Essex Fells, NJ has a lot of light coming into the bedroom, with a large bay window. The goal is to make the bedroom as dark as possible in the morning and during nap time. It is important also to provide privacy during the day and let light in.

What we recommended: Fully closing blackout drapes in an easy-to-maintain fabric, with a white blackout liner. Blackout curtains are the best type of window treatment to make a bedroom dark. The client wanted an option to reduce the light coming in through the top of the curtains. We manufactured a cornice for the bay window that connects seamlessly. The customer selected a light natural color to go with the ivory tones in the bedroom. We recommended our performance traverse track, which have ball bearing carriers for easy opening and closing. The sheers provide privacy during the day, while it is possible to see outside.

Installation: We installed the drapery track as close as possible to the ceiling. The track and the curtains go wall-to-wall. The drapes are 1/2″ off the floor. We minimize the light gap coming in through the top thanks to the cornice.