5 Trends for Window Coverings in 2016

Window coverings can make a huge impact on your home, contributing significantly to the level of light and privacy you allow into each room, as well as adding to the atmosphere you want each room to emulate.
It’s important, therefore, to carefully consider what type and style of window covering you want for your home. Here at Humberside Sunblinds, our experts have looked at some of the biggest trends set for window coverings in 2016, and listed them below for some inspirational ideas.

1. Roller blinds

Roller blinds will be all the rage for bathrooms this year, providing a soft, romantic touch to neutral decor. Either go for a soft white or mutely patterned roller to blend in with your bathroom colour scheme for the perfect addition to a tranquil bathroom setting.

2. Blended colours

A blind that blends seamlessly with your room’s colour schemes is set to be a big trend in 2016, with subtle colour matches making your rooms look bigger with a natural feel. Match your window treatments to the walls of your room, whether that’s with an exact colour, or a brighter/lower tone to complement the room’s style. 2016 will specifically see a move towards jewel colours such as teal and burgundy for homes, creating a natural, peaceful feel.

3. Natural tones

Natural, clean tones that enhance the light and space of a room are a big trend this year, allowing more natural light into the home and creating a lovely relaxing tone for your rooms. Plantation shutters are a great option if you’re looking for simple lines that blend into your room, with the added bonus that the natural look and insulating properties will allow you to have natural light for longer whilst also insulating your windows from the cold.

4. Fuller looks

If bolder looks are more your thing, lucky for you full and bold colours are also set to be popular in 2016, seeing a return of bright colours to your window coverings. Opt for thick curtains – preferably floor length, in colours that pop and stand out in your room for a statement style in your home.

Play with contrasting colours too for a unique feel, and remember to consider patterns that may accessorise well with the current furniture in your room. Whilst bold is beautiful in 2016, take care not to invest in curtains you could end up hating a year later, so carefully considering the statement curtains before buying. Speak to our advisors here at Humberside Blinds for some expert advice.

5. Florals

With both natural and bold schemes set to be top trends in 2016, a floral patterned blind or curtain is a great fit that can be adapted to whatever style you want for your home. Go for soft pastel shaded blinds, such as roller or roman blinds, or bright bold floral printed curtains to make a statement in your room. Whatever you choose, floral patterns and textures are a great way of making your home stand out this year.

Here at Humberside Sunblinds, we offer a huge range of blinds, shutters and curtains for our customers, made to measure specifically for your requirements.
If you’re thinking of investing in a new set of window coverings this year, contact us for further information on the services we offer. Our friendly team is always on hand to offer advice and to answer any queries you may have.