Basement Window Treatment

Basements often have higher humidity and moisture levels, which can cause natural materials like wood or certain fabrics to warp, mildew, or rot. Basement windows are also often smaller, higher up, or have unique sizes (like egress windows), requiring specific solutions for light control, privacy, and safety.

Yes, but be cautious. Opt for synthetic fabrics like polyester, which resist moisture better than cotton or linen. For Roman or Cellular shades, choose products with synthetic components and consider the humidity level in your specific basement. If your basement is very damp, a hard window treatment is a safer bet.

Choose light-filtering or sheer treatments in light colors (white, cream, pale gray) to diffuse and reflect the light.

Consider Top-Down/Bottom-Up shades, which allow you to open the top to let light in while keeping the bottom covered for privacy.

Solar Shades can reduce glare and UV rays while still allowing visibility out.

Install the window treatment higher and wider than the actual window frame to create the illusion of a larger opening.

Use long curtains hung close to the ceiling to add visual height, even if the window is small and high up.

Add decorative trim or moulding around the window to give it a more intentional and finished look.