1. Your Windows or Window Frames are Something Special Already

If you have unusual windows in your home try to avoid covering them up if you can. Some homes have unusual round or arched windows which it is pity to obscure. Others have beautiful stained glass windows which need no curtains or window treatments of any kind.

2. Your Curtain Poles are Works of Art

Some curtain rods and poles are works of art in themselves being made of wrought iron, chrome or burnished meta and finished with handsome finials at each end. There is no need to cover these over at all. Now, if you have white plastic curtain rails, that is another story. Head straight for the valance store!

3. You Have Chosen Unusual Curtain Headings

Some curtain headings are meant to be seen and not covered. This will be the case, for example, if you have tie top or tab top curtains. Be sure to combine them with a curtain rod which looks good in the light of day however as you will see it fully when the curtains are drawn back.

4. You Want a Minimalist Style of Decoration

As window valances are not completely necessary, they are just adding detail you do not need if your style is minimalist. Having said that you do need something to focus on even in a minimalist room so if you have no other focal points a very simple valance paired with a roller blind could add some much needed interest.

5. You Are On a Very Tight Budget

If funds are severely restricted, then window valances can wait for another year when you are able to splash out a bit more. Focus on necessities in those circumstances. No need to get yourself into debt over valances.

Wall quotes and vinyl lettering especially can make for flexible designs as they can be used to display any quotes, ideas and values you wish! Here are a few examples to get you started with vinyl wall quotes in your home.

In The Bedroom : What better place to display words and quotes that relate to dreams? A stylishly designed decal with only the word ‘Dream’ on it can transform an otherwise boring wall into something quite inspiring when placed above the bed. It will fit well into any child’s bedroom where you may also opt to put up his or her name over the bed. Colorful and playful cartoon decals can transform the bedroom or playroom of young kids into heavens of imagination. When they get too old for the decals that are there, simply peel them off and replace them with more appropriate vinyl decorations.

In The Kitchen: How about printing out your favorite recipe on oversized custom vinyl decals and displaying in on a bare wall in your kitchen? Simple sentences like ‘I Kiss Better Than I Cook’ can make for a fun humorous atmosphere! Get creative and set up some decals on your refrigerator or other furniture.  Another fun thing to do with wall quotes, is to include a few personal patterns, monograms or logos.  You can probably come up with a few using this free logo design tool.

In The Entrance : What better way to welcome friends and family in your home than by displaying warm and heart-felt vinyl wall quotes in the foyer or entrance ? Not only will the decal provide a pleasant and stylish design to the eye but it will be an appreciated gesture for your guests.

All in all wall decals are a practical and versatile home decoration option that looks awesome. Not only will they adhere to walls but they will also stick to most flat surfaces including mirror, windows, furniture, floors and ceilings. Also consider using fabric wall stickers to create novel effects on your walls.