Small windows can sometimes pose big problems. It can be difficult finding window coverings that are just the right size. If they are too big, it looks tacky and cheap. If the window treatment is too small, it can cause privacy issues. 

If you have an RV, you may be thinking about where you’ll be taking it on your next vacation this summer. But if your current window treatments leave something to be desired, it’s time to refresh those tired and old coverings.

Or maybe you have a tiny house that needs a window dressing refresh. We know that tiny houses are really picking up in popularity. But those small dimensions often require custom window treatments. 

Quality Matters

Let’s face it, the window treatments that came with your RV, van, or tiny home probably aren’t quality window coverings. Manufacturers often focus on quality for more permanent pieces in your mobile dwelling, like furniture or kitchen appliances, and forgo quality on things such as window coverings. After a few years of mobile living, your window treatments could be bent, broken, or just old and tired. 

At Elevated Views, we focus on top notch quality no matter the size of the window! Custom window treatments from a company that focuses solely on window coverings can be an investment. But high quality means that even when the road gets rough, your window treatment will stay nice and last for many years to come. High quality window coverings can make a big difference in your mobile or tiny home life!

Window Treatments We Recommend

Here are the top three window treatments we recommend for RV, van, or tiny home living. 

Custom Blinds

Blinds are one of the most ubiquitous window treatments, and for good reason. Blinds allow you to have full light and privacy control thanks to their louvered design. Custom blinds are fit to the exact width and length of your windows. That means you won’t have overlap or gaps. Custom blinds are also made from higher quality materials. Rather than aluminum, which can easily bend, custom blinds are made from faux wood or real wood. Options for color or stain are endless and can be custom matched to your existing decor. Note that we do recommend faux wood for areas where there is the potential for humidity or grease splatters, such as bathrooms or kitchens. Real wood can warp in humidity or stain from grease, but faux wood blinds can even be soaked in a bathtub for cleaning if needed!

Custom Cellular Shades

If you desire a bit more insulation in your RV, van, or tiny home, we recommend cellular shades. The pocketed honeycomb design traps hot and cold air, keeping your home’s temperature much more regulated. Because of this, cellular shades can help you save on energy consumption. Don’t think that these types of window coverings are the cellular shades of your grandmother’s day. Today’s cellular shades are more modern and sleek and come in a variety of colors to match your unique and personal style. 

Custom Fabric Shades

If you love the idea of a shade, but want something other than cellular shades, custom fabric shades offer a variety of styles, colors, patterns, and fabric materials to choose from. The possibilities are endless here. Whether you want something sleek and modern like a roller shade or something more traditional like a roman shade, with custom, you’ll get the perfect fit and fabric for your design style. You can also add liners to the backside of your shades, including window darkening or blackout, which is perfect for bedrooms. 

Special Considerations

With the mobile lifestyle of RVs, vans, and tiny homes, you want to take a few special considerations into account. The small space means you have to make sure you have the clearance, or depth, just right when selecting a window treatment. If you have to mount outside of the window casing, you want to ensure that you can open your blinds, even if there is a sink faucet in front of the window. 

The other consideration you want to think about is keeping your window coverings tacked in place. You don’t want the bottom of your shades or blinds swinging out and hitting things or people when on the move. You’ll need to make sure that you also have clips installed to keep the bottoms of your window treatments in place no matter how bumpy the road gets. 

Help from the Pros

At Elevated Views, we’ve worked on every window imaginable, from oversized to tiny, from bay windows to oddly shaped windows. If your tiny home, van, or RV needs a window treatment refresh, we can take on the task! Our pros will get exact measurements and help you pick out the perfect window treatment for your budget. Then our experts will install your new treatment to ensure a perfect fit. Schedule a free consultation and quote today!