The Best Window Coverings for Your Nursery that Actually Work for Nap Time

When getting a nursery ready, parents typically consider things like color scheme, the crib, a rocking chair, the diaper changing station and safety features. But the most often overlooked yet most critical thing to consider when designing a nursery are the window treatments. When your baby doesn’t sleep soundly, neither do you. And when nap time doesn’t go well, you can’t get other things done. That is why it is so important to find the best window covering that actually works for nap time and bed time. So let’s take a look at window treatments that are actually conducive to your baby’s sleep schedule. 

The Safety Issue

Safety is a top concern. We’ve all heard horror stories about little ones getting tangled up in cords from blinds or shades. The great thing is that most window treatments offer cordless or locking options. So when designing your nursery, be sure to ask about window treatments that are safe for little ones. 

Now let’s look at our top recommendations for window coverings for a nursery that works for you and baby!

1 | Cordless Shades with a Lining

Shades provide a soft and delicate touch to a nursery. From roman to roller and pleated shades, there are a variety of options to choose from. Whether a more voluminous pleat of the roman shade meets your taste, or the more structured roller and pleated shades, there is one thing we recommend getting besides a cordless option–and that is adding a lining on the back. Room darkening and blackout linings can create an optimum low-light sleep environment while also dimming excessive noise from outside, helping baby sleep soundly! They are chic and create a luxurious look, while providing the perfect ambience for sleep time. 

2 | Cordless Cellular Shades

If your nursery tends to get hot or cold with the changing of the season, opting for cordless cellular shades can help keep the ambient temperature in the nursery more constant and just right for baby. How does it work? The pocketed design traps both hot and cold air that seep in through drafty or sunny windows. Cellular shades are the most energy efficient window treatment you can get. But don’t worry, these aren’t the cellular shades from your grandparent’s house. These modern and chic shades are more elevated and come in a variety of colors and fabrics. Add a lining to the back and you can increase the room darkening properties to help baby sleep better during nap time. 

3 | Cordless Faux Wood Blinds

Blinds are the most popular window treatment because you get full privacy and light filtering control thanks to the slatted design. This means you get light when you need it during changing time, and optimum sleep when baby needs it during nap time. We recommend selecting faux wood cordless blinds. Faux wood (composite) offers the look and feel of real wood, but is easier to clean. And as your child gets older–and messier, having a window treatment you can soak in the bathtub will make your life so much easier! 

4 | Faux Wood Shutters with Locks

If you want a more elevated version of blinds with all the same functionality, interior shutters are for you! Because shutters are mounted directly to the window frame, it helps eliminate more gaps that light and hot or cold air can seep through. This means that you get better room darkening, noise dimming and energy efficiency than blinds but with the same functionality. (It’s like if cellular shades and blinds had a kid!) We recommend opting for faux wood so they are easier to clean as your kid gets older and messier, as well as independent operation for the top and bottom half of the slats. This means you can keep the bottom half of the slats closed for privacy, while the top slats remain open for light–perfect for diaper changing time! We also recommend adding a locking mechanism for safety. Baby won’t need it now, but you’ll be happy you got the locks to start with so that your child is safe as they get older. The locks will ensure a young child can open the shutters and hurt themselves. 

Interior shutters are a bit of an investment as they are the most expensive option, but what you put in with these window treatments, you get back! They are the most desired window treatment and home buyers are willing to pay more for a home that has them, making them the only window treatment to add value to your home! 

Elevate Your Nursery Today! 

There are many different baby-friendly window treatments out there that can meet the needs you have now, while also growing with your child. If you are ready to design the perfect, dreamy nursery, Elevated Views is here to help! Our team of experts can help you find the right window treatment that meets your style, needs and budget. We are your local, family-owned business that offers a personalized window covering solution experience that is enjoyable! Schedule your free in-home consultation and quote and we’ll bring the showroom to you. And don’t forget to ask about our discounts for military, educators, new home buyers and repeat customers!