There are windows where you would like a contemporary look with regular curtains over blinds.
Do you put curtains over vertical blinds.
Mounting curtains higher and wider than the window keeps the space open and filled with natural light but vertical blinds already add height drawing the eye to the ceiling.
You can use a pelmet layered over voile curtains along with matching tie backs.
You could choose a geometric print with a moroccan vibe to highlight the design of the pelmet.
But all spaces are different and higher curtains may work best.
The blackout effect of mini blinds and their slick textured appeal will go well with an alternate.
Once you re done attach the curtains to the cornice.
Take your time and make sure that the strips of velcro are lined up evenly.
If you want curtains or drapes along with the vertical blinds you could build the cornice with more overhang and hang a rod inside the cornice or hang your rod on it.
Installing a curtain rod over the blinds poses a few dilemmas that you can.
Mounting the curtains higher than 6 inches above the blinds may make the window appear awkward.
Attach one side of the velcro to the cornice and the other side to the top of the exterior of the curtains.
Here are a few combinations you can try or you can make your choice based on your own sense of aesthetics.
While we are at it describing the different ways you can hang your curtains over blinds other than the tried and tested screws and drill system it might be beneficial for you to understand what window treatments go best with curtains.
Adding curtains over vertical blinds updates the window treatment and can help with sun blocking and heat conservation.
This style hides window treatments that you do not wish to highlight like regular vertical blinds or shutters that can sometimes become an eyesore.