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blind
/ˈbɫaɪnd/
noun
a type of window covering, often made of cloth, that can be rolled up and down
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drape
/ˈdɹeɪp/
noun
a type of curtain that is long and thick
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curtain
/ˈkɝtən/
noun
a piece of cloth that can be pulled across to cover a window, etc.
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shower curtain
/ʃˈaʊɚ kˈɜːtən/
noun
a waterproof curtain used in bathrooms to prevent water from splashing outside the shower area
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lace curtain
/lˈeɪs kˈɜːtən/
noun
a lightweight and delicate curtain made from lace or a lace-like material, often used for decorative purposes
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net curtain
/nˈɛt kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of window treatment made of light and sheer fabric that provides privacy while still allowing natural light to enter a room
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window screen
/wˈɪndoʊ skɹˈiːn/
noun
a mesh or wire frame that is installed in a window frame to allow fresh air to circulate while keeping insects and debris out
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shade
/ˈʃeɪd/
noun
a covering that blocks light or reduces its intensity, primarily used to cover the windows with
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shutter
/ˈʃətɝ/
noun
one of a pair of exterior wooden or metal covers of a window that can be closed for preventing light from coming in or protecting the house against thieves or other threats
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valance
/vˈæləns/
noun
a decorative piece of fabric or other material that hangs across the top of a window frame and covers the uppermost part of curtains or blinds
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Venetian blind
/vɛnˈɛʃən blˈaɪnd/
noun
a type of window covering made of horizontal slats, usually made of wood, plastic or metal, that can be adjusted to control the amount of light entering a room
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cafe curtain
/kæfˈeɪ kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of window treatment that covers the lower half of a window and is typically used in kitchens or dining areas
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window scarf
/wˈɪndoʊ skˈɑːɹf/
noun
a type of window treatment that is a long and narrow piece of fabric that is draped over a curtain rod to add a decorative touch to a window
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window tier
/wˈɪndoʊ tˈɪɹ/
noun
a type of window treatment that consists of a short curtain or fabric panel that covers only the lower portion of a window
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room darkening curtain
/ɹˈuːm dˈɑːɹkənɪŋ kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of window treatment designed to reduce the amount of sunlight that enters a room, providing privacy and darkness for better sleep or entertainment
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thermal curtain
/θˈɜːməl kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of curtain designed to insulate a room against heat and cold by reducing the amount of heat transfer through the window
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sheer curtain
/ʃˈɪɹ kˈɜːtən/
noun
a lightweight and transparent window treatment that allows natural light to filter through while still providing some privacy
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pleated curtain
/plˈiːɾᵻd kˈɜːtən/
noun
a window treatment that has a series of folds sewn into the fabric, creating a decorative and structured look
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grommet curtain
/ɡɹˈɑːmɪt kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of curtain panel that has metal grommets, or eyelets, at the top through which the curtain rod is threaded
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tab top curtain
/tˈæb tˈɑːp kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of window treatment where fabric loops or tabs are sewn onto the top of the curtain panel, which can be slid onto a curtain rod for hanging
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rod pocket curtain
/ɹˈɑːd pˈɑːkɪt kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of window treatment where a sewn pocket or casing is created at the top of the curtain panel, which allows for a curtain rod to be inserted through it for hanging
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mini-blind
/mˈɪnɪblˈaɪnd/
noun
a type of window treatment consisting of thin, horizontal slats made of metal or vinyl that can be adjusted to control the amount of light entering a room
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swag
/swˈæɡ/
noun
a decorative piece of fabric draped over a rod or pole and hung above a window
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cornice
/kˈɔːɹnɪs/
noun
a decorative box-shaped valance that is mounted at the top of a window and used to conceal the curtain rod or other hardware while adding a decorative touch to the window treatment
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window film
/wˈɪndoʊ fˈɪlm/
noun
a thin, adhesive film applied directly to a window to reduce heat, glare, and UV rays
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window grill
/wˈɪndoʊ ɡɹˈɪl/
noun
a decorative metal or wooden grid that covers a window for a traditional or vintage look
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Roman shade
/ɹˈoʊmən ʃˈeɪd/
noun
a type of shade made of fabric that folds up evenly when raised and hangs flat when lowered
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roller shade
/ɹˈoʊlɚ ʃˈeɪd/
noun
a type of shade made of a single piece of fabric that rolls up onto a rod when raised and unrolls when lowered
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tie-up shade
/tˈaɪˌʌp ʃˈeɪd/
noun
a type of shade made of fabric that is tied up at the desired height to allow light to filter through
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balloon shade
/bəlˈuːn ʃˈeɪd/
noun
a type of shade made of fabric that bunches up into a puffy, balloon-like shape when raised
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scalloped curtain
/skˈæləpd kˈɜːtən/
noun
a type of curtain with a scalloped edge
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finial
/fˈɪnɪəl/
noun
a decorative ornament attached to the end of the rod
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bracket
/ˈbɹækɪt/
noun
a device that attaches to the wall and holds the rod in place
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clip
/ˈkɫɪp/
noun
a small, usually decorative object that attaches the window treatment to the rod
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panel
/ˈpænəɫ/
noun
a single piece of fabric that hangs from the rod and covers a portion of the window
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tieback
/tˈaɪbæk/
noun
a decorative loop or band that holds a panel away from the window when not in use
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curtain rod
/kˈɜːtən ɹˈɑːd/
noun
a horizontal bar used for hanging curtains or drapes, providing support and facilitating the opening and closing of window treatments
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