Budget Friendly Window Dressings

DIY home renovations are a great way to improve your living space without spending a lot of money.

One of the main ways to change the look and feel of a room in your home is to change your window dressings. Coverings for your windows can be expensive, but there are also many cheap window dressing options that will get the job done while still looking great.

Some cheap window dressing ideas are easier to install than others. Rolling on some frosted window film is easy, but it doesn’t always look great, nor does it give you a lot of control.

On the other hand, it’s may be a little more work to install budget shutters, but this option gives you optimum control over the light that enters your rooms. With our DIY shutters, you’ll have no problem installing them in an afternoon; it’s one of the easiest DIY projects that yield the most notable results.

Let's take a look at all the cheap window dressing options for your DIY home renovation.

 

 

 

 

 

Roller Blinds

Roller blinds are relatively affordable, but the less expensive options can have issues with their moving parts down the line, making them frustrating to open and close, instead of an easy and smooth experience.

The major downside to roller blinds is that you have very little control over how much light gets in, beyond opening them or closing them; it's all or nothing.

They can be a cost-effective option, but be wary of low-quality roller blinds and shades that will end up giving you problems further down the line. Installation of roller blinds involves finding the correct size or choosing something close enough and mounting them to your window frame.

 

 

Curtains

Cheap curtains can also get the job done, but they aren’t great if you have children or pets who can reach them. You have some room to customise them or to make your own curtains using any fabric you like, but other than that, you’re fairly limited in sizes off the shelf.

Curtains are good at either letting in all the light, or blocking it all out, but like roller blinds- they can do nothing in between. Curtains also have the downside of being hard to clean, like a lot of home furnishings- spills, splashes and animal hairs are attracted to them like a magnet!

Curtains are good at creating a softer aesthetic and framing to your windows and can be paired very successfully with blinds and shutters for a layered look.

 

 

Frosted Window Film

Frosted window film is really easy to attach to your windows. You simply measure, cut, and stick it on. It’s not versatile, but it gives you a little more privacy than if you didn’t have it However, once it’s on the window you aren’t able to adjust it or the amount of light that enters your rooms.

It’s the most affordable, easiest to install option, but it is the least versatile of all the window dressing options. It can, in some cases, pair well with another type of window dressing for a room where you know you’ll always want less light but complete privacy.

 

 

 

 

 

Window Shutters

Budget shutters are the premier choice for affordable window dressings because they offer maximum versatility without the premium price tag. They provide a custom, high-end look for any window size, and because they are designed for DIY installation, you can avoid the heavy labor costs associated with professional fitting. These shutters can also be easily paired with existing curtains or blinds, offering you complete flexibility for your home’s lighting and privacy.

By choosing to measure and install the shutters yourself, you’re securing a luxurious, custom-made product at a fraction of the usual cost. This hands-on approach is the most effective way to keep your project budget-friendly while still achieving a professional finish. We make the process simple by helping you take precise measurements, then we custom-build your shutters and deliver them straight to your door.

Our simple, step-by-step DIY Guides ensure that the installation is quick and stress-free, allowing you to enjoy your upgrade for years to come. With a wide array of styles, colours, and finishes available, you can achieve a perfect, bespoke fit for your home while keeping your installation costs at zero.