Tag: window treatments

Drapery Hardware

Drapery hardware is a finishing touch on a space that has a lot of potential to add interest to window treatments.

One of my favorite parts of the design process is getting to the stage where I choose final details for a room.  Drapery hardware is a finishing touch on a space that has a lot of potential to add interest to window treatments.  The hardware is like jewelry for the window, complementing the room or adding ornamentation.

I love to use this pole along with a dark tarnish finish and sometimes a contrast ring.
I love to use this pole along with a dark tarnish finish and sometimes a contrast ring.
The lucite poles from Houles are just so cool.
The lucite poles from Houles are just so cool.

There are so many styles of rods and rings available, from contemporary elements to more traditional styles and everything in between.  You can really customize the look of drapery hardware by thoughtful choice of materials, finishes, and accessories.   The hardware can be sleek and minimal or make a bigger visual impact.  Using contrasting rings with a bar is one way to achieve a memorable look.  You can also mix darks and lights or use varying materials for an unexpected twist on drapery hardware.

Love the square rings!
Love the square rings!
Great scale and tone. The finial is very simple.
Great scale and tone. The finial is very simple.
Lucite with metal rings from Gretchen Everett Hardware.
Lucite with metal rings from Gretchen Everett Hardware.

In some cases, having simple hardware that is recessed allows the window treatments to be the focus.  Hardware that doesn’t dominate the look of the windows is sometimes a better choice for a room.

For a contemporary look – the pole from the Mina collection in brushed nickel is pretty sleek.
For a contemporary look – the pole from the Mina collection in brushed nickel is pretty sleek.

Which look do you prefer?