TRAVERSE RODS BY THE FINIAL COMPANY
These traverse rods are as stylish as they are easy to operate. The decorative (and customizable) faux-wood rod housings come in two- or three-inch diameters, smooth or fluted styles, with your choice of finials and 40 finishes. The utility portion of the rod stays hidden behind the decorative front. Shown here is a seven-foot rod with black-gold finish, priced at $652.
Available at: Tassels, 12004 Shelbyville Road, 245-7887
HUNTER DOUGLAS SILHOUETTE WINDOW SHADINGS
Introduced in 1991, Hunter Douglas’ Silhouette combines the light-softening qualities of a sheer with the versatility of blinds. They’re available with two-, three- or four-inch fabric vanes and come in 186 material and fabric combinations, from room-darkening Bon Soir to brightly colored Matisse. Silhouettes fit windows six to 120 inches wide and 12 to 120 inches tall.
Suggested Retail Price: $629 for a 36-by-72-inch shade in the two-inch vane Originale style
Available through: Gotcha Covered, 297-8884, and other Hunter Douglas dealers
SOUTHERN LIVING SHOW HOME PATTERNS FROM PATE-MEADOWS DESIGNS ?Piece and sew your own window treatments straight from the pages of Southern Living magazine with these Pate-Meadows Designs. Choose from 10 different easy-to-follow patterns, ranging from an indoor awning to panels for window and shower curtains.
Price: $30 Available at: Tassels, 12004 Shelbyville Road, 245-7887
MAKITA POWER DRAPERY ROD
Easily open and close drapes in your home theater or any hard-to-reach window with this remote-controlled drapery rod. The motor plugs into a standard AC outlet and can handle up to 60 pounds of drapes or blinds. The included timer can be set to automatically open or close up to four times a day.
Suggested Retail Price: $900 for any length from 36 to108 inches
Available at: Spindletop Draperies, 1064 Bardstown Road, 583-5556
