Valances

Valances and cornices across Pinellas County

A valance or cornice is the finishing layer most window treatments are missing, the piece that hides the headrail hardware and makes a blinds or shades install look intentional instead of half-done. Soft fabric valances give a room a lighter, more decorative touch, while hard cornice boxes offer a cleaner, more architectural line. Either one is a natural add-on to a blinds or shades job already in progress, or a standalone upgrade for a room that already has hardware you'd rather not see. We connect you with local installers who fabricate to your exact window width and match fabric or finish to the rest of the room.

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Fabric valance installed above a window in a Pinellas County home

What's included in this service?

Fabricate soft fabric valances or hard cornice boxes to match the room
Design valances to hide mounting hardware for blinds, shades, or drapery below
Match fabric or paint finish to existing drapery, walls, or trim
Build cornice boxes sized to the exact window width, not a stock size
Add valances as a finishing layer to a blinds or shades installation already scheduled
Mount securely to header trim or wall framing depending on the window

When do you need this service?

Blind or shade hardware is visible and you want it hidden cleanly
A window treatment feels unfinished without a top layer
You're already installing blinds or shades and want the finished look in one visit
A kitchen or bathroom needs a decorative accent without a full drapery commitment
Mismatched hardware across a room needs a consistent, camouflaged finish

What do homeowners ask about Valances?

How much do valances and cornices cost?

Soft fabric valances typically run $80-180 per window installed, while built cornice boxes with a padded or painted finish run $150-300. The exact price depends on window width, fabric choice, and whether the cornice needs a custom paint match. Adding a valance to an existing blinds or shades order usually costs less than a standalone install.

Valance vs cornice, what's the difference?

A valance is a soft fabric treatment that hangs or drapes over the top of the window, while a cornice is a hard box, typically wood-framed and upholstered or painted, that mounts flush to the wall or ceiling. Cornices give a cleaner, more architectural line and work well in modern rooms, while valances add softness and texture that fits more traditional or transitional spaces.

Can a valance be added to blinds or shades I already have?

Yes, this is one of the most common requests we handle. A valance or cornice mounts above your existing treatment and hides the headrail hardware without requiring you to replace anything underneath. We measure your existing setup to make sure the new piece clears the hardware and sits at the right height.

What fabric or finish options are available?

For soft valances, you can choose from a wide range of drapery-grade fabrics to match existing decor, including patterned, solid, or textured options. Cornice boxes can be upholstered in fabric or painted to match trim, walls, or cabinetry. We'll bring samples so you can see the fabric or finish against your actual room before committing.

Do valances work in bathrooms or kitchens with humidity?

For most kitchens and bathrooms with normal ventilation, a valance or painted cornice holds up fine. In a shower-adjacent or consistently high-humidity space, we'd recommend a performance fabric or a painted cornice over an unlined soft valance, since sustained moisture exposure will eventually affect untreated fabric.