One way to spruce up your window and hide the ugly hardware holding your window and window treatment is to design a cornice. Your window cornice can come in a variety of styles to suite your home.
You can create your own cornices and cornice boards at home. Creating your own cornice window treatment can not only add to the beauty of the room, but can allow you to create the perfect custom décor. Building a cornice board is not difficult if you know what you are doing.
To create window cornices, you will need to start by cutting and building a three-sided box. You can then add French cornice molding or create a fabric covered cornice depending on the style of your room, and mount it on the wall. You can also purchase cornice kits or look for free cornice fabric instructions online if you need additional help.
The first step in creating your cornice window treatments is to measure your curtain and rod. Do the measurements when the curtains are fully open so that you allow enough space. Add an additional inch to the depth to make sure that everything fits together smoothly.
Next, miter the ends and front pieces of the box, glue, and nail together. Make sure to measure everything to make sure it fits.
If you are going to be using cornice molding, you will want to miter the trim as well. Start at one end and work your way around the sides to ensure a proper fit. Resting the trim at upside down and cutting at a 45-degree angle can help you to get a proper cut.
Before you paint or stain your cornice window treatments, you should fill in any nail holes. If your cornice is very intricate, using light coats of spray paint can provide better coverage than trying to paint it with a brush. Once the cornice is fully dry, it is ready to mount to the wall.
If you prefer custom fabric cornices, you can create your own window treatment and cornice to match. You will need to once again measure and assemble a three-sided box. Add batting, securing with staples to the back side of the cornice. Then wrap the cornice in your fabric, and use a staple gun or upholstery tacks secure the fabric. When attaching your fabric, pay attention to pattern lines and colors and line edges up accordingly. You are then ready to mount your cornice to the wall.
