How Do You Make Wooden Window Valances?
Window valances serve two purposes. First, they are decorative elements that add style to your space. They also serve a utilitarian purpose, concealing the mechanical parts of your window treatment. Making wooden window valances is a simple project that requires only standard tools and can be done relatively quickly. It is best to build a specific valance for each window to account for differences in window width. Measure the width of your window from outside to outside of the side window trim, using the measuring tape. Your valance must be 7 inches wider than the window trim. Cut the pieces for your valance from a piece of 1-by-10 inch pine lumber. Cut one face piece 7 inches longer than the width of the outside of the trim. Cut two returns, the wing pieces that will hold the face out from the wall, to 6 inches. Use a square to mark the pieces and cut with a circular saw. Lay the two 6-inch return pieces flat on a sturdy work surface. Mark each piece with a 2-inch line 1 inch inside e
