Top 10 Questions We Get Asked About Custom Window Treatments

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When it comes to creating a beautifully designed home, window treatments often make all the difference. At Window Works Studio, we specialize in custom draperies, top treatments, shades, shutters, and soft goods to elevate your space and reflect your personal style.

A dining room with a wooden table, six upholstered chairs, a blue rug, and a modern chandelier, with sheer curtains covering large windows and an open view into the kitchen.

In this sophisticated home, we fabricated and installed custom window treatments, complementing the interior design while offering privacy and timeless elegance.

Whether you’re in High Point, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, or throughout the Piedmont Triad, we provide solutions that combine functionality, beauty, and craftsmanship. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions about custom window treatments.

Q: Why choose custom window treatments instead of ready-made — and are they worth the investment?

A: Custom treatments are designed for your windows and style, offering a perfect fit, premium quality, and limitless design options. They look polished, improve energy efficiency, and enhance privacy. While the upfront cost is higher than ready-made, they’re built to last, making them a smart, long-term investment.

Two partially raised light blue Roman shades with white decorative trim cover a pair of windows. — *Handcrafted Roman shades with designer trim showcase premium workmanship for discerning homeowners in the Piedmont Triad.*

Q: How long does the process take?

A: Every project is unique, but most take about four to eight weeks from your initial consultation to installation. This allows time for design selection, professional measurements, fabrication in our on-site workroom, and a flawless installation.

Q: What types of window treatments do you offer?

A: We offer a wide range of options, including custom draperies, Roman shades, roller shades, woven woods, shutters, top treatments, and more. As an authorized Hunter Douglas Gallery, we provide exclusive products and the latest innovations in blinds and shades, including motorization and smart-home integration.

A freestanding bathtub sits below three windows with pink curtains in a bright bathroom. Soap, a dish, and a lotion bottle are on a small stand nearby. — *Every space has unique needs. Our design experts help you choose the perfect window treatment solution for your lifestyle, lighting preferences, and privacy requirements.*

Q: Where are your products made?
A: All of our custom soft furnishings are created right here in our in-house workroom. This gives us complete control over quality and craftsmanship. Most of our window treatments, including draperies and Roman shades, are also made locally in our shop, while some foundational products like shutters are custom-sized and crafted by our trusted vendors.

Three people work in a fabric workshop with large tables, shelves of supplies, and rolls of fabric; one person is cutting material on a table in the foreground. — *Our experienced team creates custom window treatments by hand in our Jamestown workroom.*

Q: Can custom treatments help with energy efficiency?

A: Absolutely! Many of our products are designed with energy efficiency in mind. Cellular shades, for example, add an extra layer of insulation, helping keep your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Choosing the right fabric and lining can also reduce heat gain and protect your furnishings from UV rays.

Q: Do you work with interior designers?
A: Yes! We love collaborating with designers to bring their vision to life. Whether you’re a homeowner working with a designer or a design professional looking for a trusted workroom partner, we make the process seamless.

Spacious bedroom with a four-poster bed, teal and beige accents, large windows with patterned curtains, a sofa, and two bedside tables with lamps. — *In this collaboration with MM Interior Design Group, we fabricated and installed luxury motorized draperies on a custom rod, as well as the bespoke bedscarf and pillows, to bring their design to life.*

Q: Which brands and vendors do you carry?
A: As a Hunter Douglas Gallery, we feature the full range of Hunter Douglas window coverings, including their most innovative and stylish options. In addition, we partner with high-quality fabric and hardware vendors (Sunbrella, Helser Brothers, and many more) to offer premium selections for draperies, trims, and custom details, ensuring your finished product is truly exceptional.

A modern showroom interior with wood flooring, fabric sample displays, a front desk, seating area, and large windows with gold patterned curtains. — *As a Hunter Douglas Gallery, we offer exclusive products and partner with premium vendors to ensure your window treatments are truly top-of-the-line.*

Q: Do you offer motorization and smart-home integration?
A: Yes! We offer a full range of motorized solutions for shades and blinds, including Hunter Douglas PowerView® automation. Motorization not only adds convenience but also enhances child safety and allows you to control your window treatments with the touch of a button or even your voice.

Q: What else can you help with besides window treatments?
A: We specialize in creating custom soft goods such as bedding, pillows, cushions, and table skirts, as well as offering reupholstery services. These finishing touches bring warmth, comfort, and style to your home while coordinating beautifully with your window treatments.

A group of decorative pillows in beige and blue tones, including patterned and textured designs, arranged on a couch or bed. — *Our expertise doesn’t end at window treatments – we also offer custom soft goods, bedding, and reupholstery services.*

Q: How do I get started?
A: It’s simple — schedule a consultation with our team. We’ll guide you through fabric selections, hardware options, and design ideas tailored to your space. From concept to installation, we handle every detail so you can enjoy a stunning result.Ready to transform your windows? Contact us today and experience the difference custom can make.