"Cornice Boards Add Charm To Your Window Curtains & Drapes"

Cornice boards are one of the best ways to add a touch of style and flare to your window curtains and valances. They are an inexpensive way to create a strikingly artistic window treatment masterpiece.

For those of you who are new to the world of cornice boards & curtain accessories, let us explain what these cornices actually are. Simply put, they are long, decorative, 3 sided wooden "boxes", used to enhance the look of your curtains and window treatments.

Basically, they are a "wooden valance" and can serve many practical and decorative purposes. When attached to the wall or window frame, the wall actually becomes the "back" of the box. They certainly are a distinctive and classy way to frame the top of any window.

Because of their unique design, a cornice board can easily serve multiple purposes. They are most often used as a decorative topper for your window treatments simply due to their sheer beauty.

However, cornice boards can also be used as a way to cover up curtain hardware and parts of the window frame you don't want to be seen.

Additionally, cornices function as an excellent dust shield for your curtains and window treatments.

Lastly, many people will use cornice boards as a stand alone knick-knack shelf. Believe it or not, they are actually quite decorative and useful in this way!

Now that we know WHAT cornice boards are and how they are used, let's talk about the many types and designs available to you. These beautiful works of art are made of the highest quality woods such as birch, red oak, maple, and mahogany. They can be painted any color you want, stenciled, or stained in any variety of faux finishes or wood stain you desire.

Another popular look is to upholster cornice boards with any fabric that enhances the colors and designs of your curtains or blinds. There are just so many options for making cornice boards the perfect curtain compliment you envisioned.

Cornice boards come in a large variety of shapes, heights and styles. You can choose from straight or scalloped, and from a wide selection of designs and patterns. Styles range from simple designs that will easily match existing curtains, walls and wallpaper to exquisite architectural designs with intricate, detailed, contemporary or traditional artistry.

With the endless array of styles, shapes, and designs, you can easily find the look that fits perfectly with your decor vision. Or, you could even make your own cornices from wood and materials you already have around your home.

Whatever your desire; shaped cornice boards, hand painted cornice boards, foam cornice boards, fabric covered cornice boards, do-it-yourself cornice boards, simple or elegantly intricate, you can find it here!

Our selected merchants can easily provide you with the look you desire, whether traditional or contemporary. Although most merchants will give detailed instructions and pictures, just remember you will need to measure the width of your window opening (adding one inch for "clearance"), as well as the depth of your window treatment (also adding one inch for "clearance").

So, take your measurements and off you go into an exciting search for the perfect cornice boards that will add charm, beauty, and style to your windows. Click on any of our featured merchant to find the perfect decor accent you desire.

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