{"id":14608,"date":"2021-07-22T13:25:29","date_gmt":"2021-07-22T05:25:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/?p=14608"},"modified":"2022-12-15T15:40:41","modified_gmt":"2022-12-15T07:40:41","slug":"wooden-cornice-box","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Curtain Box? Is it necessary for shades\/blinds?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>What are the suitable sizes for cornice boxes(also called curtain box)?<br \/>\nIs it a must-have for window covering installations?<br \/>\nIf you have tons of questions for cornice boxes, you can find the answers down below!<\/p>\n<p><strong>\u25b6\ufe0e What is a cornice window box?\u00a0<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>\u25b6\ufe0e Types of cornice boxes?<br \/>\n\u25b6\ufe0e\u00a0Recommended sizes for a cornice box?<\/strong><br \/>\n\u25b6\ufe0e\u00a0<strong>Things you must know before installing cornice boxes<\/strong><strong>\uff01<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n\u25b6\ufe0e\u00a0Seven &#8220;whys&#8221; you might not need a cornice box.<\/strong><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-white\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">CONTENTS<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EWhat_is_a_window_cornice_boxcurtain_box\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eWhat is a window cornice box\/curtain box?\">\u25b6\ufe0eWhat is a window cornice box\/curtain box?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EHow_many_kinds_of_cornice_boxescurtain_boxes%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eHow many kinds of cornice boxes\/curtain boxes\uff1f\">\u25b6\ufe0eHow many kinds of cornice boxes\/curtain boxes\uff1f<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#1_Add-on_Type_Cover-up_Type\" title=\"1. Add-on Type (Cover-up Type)\">1. Add-on Type (Cover-up Type)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#2_Embedded_Type%EF%BC%88Built-in_Type\" title=\"2. Embedded Type\uff08Built-in Type)\">2. Embedded Type\uff08Built-in Type)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#3_Half-embedded_type\" title=\"3. Half-embedded type\u00a0\">3. Half-embedded type\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8ERecommendations_for_the_size_of_cornice_boxcurtain_box\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eRecommendations for the size of cornice box\/curtain box?\">\u25b6\ufe0eRecommendations for the size of cornice box\/curtain box?<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B7_Depth%EF%BC%88One-layered_blinds_shade_curtains%EF%BC%89\" title=\"\u25b7 Depth\uff08One-layered blinds\/ shade\/ curtains\uff09\u00a0\">\u25b7 Depth\uff08One-layered blinds\/ shade\/ curtains\uff09\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B7_Width\" title=\"\u25b7 Width\u00a0\">\u25b7 Width\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B7_Height\" title=\"\u25b7 Height\u00a0\">\u25b7 Height\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EWhat_do_I_need_to_know_before_install_cornice_boxescurtain_boxes%EF%BC%9F\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eWhat do I need to know before install cornice boxes\/curtain boxes\uff1f\">\u25b6\ufe0eWhat do I need to know before install cornice boxes\/curtain boxes\uff1f<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8ECornice_Boxes_May_Not_Be_Necessary\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eCornice Boxes May Not Be Necessary!\">\u25b6\ufe0eCornice Boxes May Not Be Necessary!<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#1_The_headrails_of_most_blinds_and_shades_are_already_retouched\" title=\"1. The headrails of most blinds and shades are already retouched: \n\">1. The headrails of most blinds and shades are already retouched: \n<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#2_Choices_for_curtain_poles%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"2. Choices for curtain poles\uff1a \n\">2. Choices for curtain poles\uff1a \n<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#3_Small-sized_room%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"3. Small-sized room\uff1a\">3. Small-sized room\uff1a<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#4_A_fan_of_simple_styles%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"4. A fan of simple styles\uff1a\">4. A fan of simple styles\uff1a<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#5_No_size_limitations_imposed_due_to_cornice_boxes%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"5. No size limitations imposed due to cornice boxes\uff1a \n\">5. No size limitations imposed due to cornice boxes\uff1a \n<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#6_Save_money_and_avoid_construction_problems%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"6. Save money and avoid construction problems\uff1a \n\">6. Save money and avoid construction problems\uff1a \n<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#7_Regarding_the_synergistic_effects_of_shading%EF%BC%9A\" title=\"7. Regarding the synergistic effects of shading\uff1a \n\">7. Regarding the synergistic effects of shading\uff1a \n<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/#%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EIs_there_any_situation_that_installing_cornice_boxes_is_a_better_choice\" title=\"\u25b6\ufe0eIs there any situation that installing cornice boxes is a better choice?\">\u25b6\ufe0eIs there any situation that installing cornice boxes is a better choice?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EWhat_is_a_window_cornice_boxcurtain_box\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0eWhat is a window cornice box\/curtain box?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As known as curtain box. A window cornice box is a space reserved by wooden works on the top of windows. It is actually more a cover than a box, as its function is to hide <strong>headrails, tracks<\/strong> or wires in it. The outlook thus can be neat and beautiful.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16240 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/20082102-10-950x713.jpg\" alt=\"Cornice Box, curtains, bedroom design\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EHow_many_kinds_of_cornice_boxescurtain_boxes%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0e<\/strong><strong>How many kinds of cornice boxes<\/strong><strong>\/curtain boxes<\/strong><strong>\uff1f<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are basically three kinds of cornice boxes in the market: Add-on, Embedded, Half-embedded.<strong style=\"color: #111111; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 22px;\"><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Add-on_Type_Cover-up_Type\"><\/span><strong style=\"color: #111111; font-family: Roboto, sans-serif; font-size: 22px;\">1. Add-on Type (Cover-up Type)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A wooden work resembles a cover above windows. It is more like a traditional method for it sticks out of the wall and has no function of decorating and improving the overall indoor aesthetics but hiding headrails and tracks. Therefore, it becomes less popular in recent years.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16587 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/curtain\uff0dbox_18103009-950x802.jpg\" alt=\"Cornice Box, double roller blind, bedroom\" width=\"696\" height=\"588\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Embedded_Type%EF%BC%88Built-in_Type\"><\/span><strong>2. Embedded Type\uff08Built-in Type)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The ceilings are not fully built, so that reserving a grooved space near windows is allowed. It&#8217;s a brilliant way to make it look like blinds\/shades are embedded in the ceilings. Usually, <strong>indirect lighting<\/strong> can be found along with this type to enhance home atmosphere as a whole.<\/p>\n<p>However, the ceilings will be hence lowered a little bit, so that the space or floor must have enough height to install &#8220;embedded type&#8221; of cornice box to keep the feeling of visual spaciousness.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-16583 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/curtain\uff0dbox_20082701-950x695.jpg\" alt=\"Cornice box, indirect lighting, roller blinds, vertical blinds, living room design\" width=\"696\" height=\"509\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Half-embedded_type\"><\/span><strong>3. Half-embedded type\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A cornice box extended from the ceilings downward combines the encased-beam design. The wires, headrails and tracks all can be hidden in the cornice boxes for the clean and cozy outlooks.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-15800 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/curtain-blind-trivia-950x713.jpg\" alt=\"Cornice Box, venetian blinds, bedroom design\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8ERecommendations_for_the_size_of_cornice_boxcurtain_box\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0eRecommendations for the size of cornice box\/curtain box?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Every shop or brand has its own way of descriptions or sayings about sizes.<br \/>\nPlease notice the vocabulary or terms they use, because they might cause confusions!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15495\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15495\" style=\"width: 817px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-attachment-id=\"15495\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/curtain-box\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box.jpeg\" data-orig-size=\"817,786\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"curtain box\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box-480x462.jpeg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box.jpeg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-15495 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"817\" height=\"786\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box.jpeg 817w, https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box-480x462.jpeg 480w, https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box-768x739.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box-696x670.jpeg 696w, https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-box-437x420.jpeg 437w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 817px) 100vw, 817px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15495\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u25b2 Vocabulary and Illustrations for Cornice Box\uff06Window Sizes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B7_Depth%EF%BC%88One-layered_blinds_shade_curtains%EF%BC%89\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #993300;\">\u25b7 Depth\uff08One-layered blinds\/ shade\/ curtains\uff09<\/span>\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Roller blinds\uff0fzebra blinds\uff0fvenetian blinds\uff0fhoneycomb shades: suggested depth reserved:12-15cm. <\/strong>All msbt blinds\/ shades can fit in the suggested depth without leaving the space too narrow or cramped.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Curtains\/sheers\uff1aMore than 12cm reserved for one-layered pinch pleat \/ More than 16cm reserved for one-layered ripple fold. <\/strong>Please leave enough depth for cornice box for curtains\/sheers so that it won&#8217;t squeeze the ripples or pleats and damage the visual aesthetics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Double-layered curtains\/ sheers\uff1a<\/strong>Those who love rich layering, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">contact us<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B7_Width\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #993300;\">\u25b7 Width<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #993300;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is suggested to leave at least 15cm of width at both left and right sides of windows. If there is enough space, the width can be extended to the walls for consistent aesthetics!<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nNever, never align with window frames, <\/strong>especially for those space and environment or space decorated with &#8220;Add-On Cornice Boxes&#8221;, cornice boxes have to be wider and bigger than windows.<\/p>\n<p>Do not install the cornice frames and boards within the window frames and it would only create more limitations on the installation area.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16680\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16680\" style=\"width: 480px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-16680 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/curtain\uff0dbox-480x640.png\" alt=\"Cornice box, bedroom design, blinds installation, DIY\" width=\"480\" height=\"640\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16680\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u25b2 Never, never design the cornice box like this one! Blinds\/shades or curtains won&#8217;t be able to fully cover the window and thus light leak at the right and left sides of the window was inevitable.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B7_Height\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #ffffff; background-color: #993300;\">\u25b7 Height<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"background-color: #993300; color: #ffffff;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is suggested to leave at least 10cm of height for installation.The higher, the better coverage of headrail and parts.<br \/>\nMoreover, for designs and woodworks like encased-beam and openings, the function of concealing pipes and wires works better.<\/p>\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f\u26a0\ufe0fAttention!\u00a0<strong>The suggested sizes above refer to the <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">&#8220;Inner sizes&#8221;<\/span> of cornice boxes<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EWhat_do_I_need_to_know_before_install_cornice_boxescurtain_boxes%EF%BC%9F\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0e<\/strong><strong>What do I need to know before install cornice boxes\/curtain boxes\uff1f<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Cornice boxes are <strong>constructed and installed by carpenters in advance, not by blind\/ shades\/ curtains&#8217;s company!<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Even if motorized blinds\/shades\/curtains are not your current choices, but ask electricians to <strong>distribute circuits and leave wires in advance<\/strong> in the cornice box is suggested.(Leave at the corners close to the room is the best for wires can&#8217;t be seen because of blind spots.)<\/p>\n<p>2. Just in case the replacement of motorized blinds\/shades\/ curtains are considered in the future!\u00a0If there&#8217;s no power distribution in the cornice box, it wouldn&#8217;t be a problem either.<\/p>\n<p>Motorized blinds\/ shades\/ curtains with<strong> rechargeable-battery system or with simple-pull system<\/strong> are also available to choose from. Enjoy the convenience of intelligent life with ease!<\/p>\n<p>3.\u00a0 Sizes have to be confirmed. If the space in the cornice box is not enough, the choices\u00a0 will be thus restricted. The worst case scenario could be unsuccessful installation.<\/p>\n<p>It is recommended to consult window covering companies for suitable window covering items and corresponding cornice boxes sizes.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8ECornice_Boxes_May_Not_Be_Necessary\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0e<\/strong><strong>Cornice Boxes May Not Be Necessary!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you are still not sure about installing cornice boxes or not, you could go through our seven reasons of &#8220;not install cornice boxes&#8221; first to help you decide!<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_headrails_of_most_blinds_and_shades_are_already_retouched\"><\/span>1. The headrails of most blinds and shades are already retouched:<span style=\"color: #000080;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it&#8217;s the headrail of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/HoneycombShade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">honeycomb shades<\/a>, valance clip of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/VenetianBlind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">venetian blinds<\/a>, delicate type of headrail of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/RollerBlind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">roller blinds<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/DoubleRollerBlind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">double roller blinds<\/a>, the designs are simple and elegant. The parts and headrails can be well-hidden in the cornice boxes.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Choices_for_curtain_poles%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span>2. Choices for curtain poles\uff1a<span style=\"color: #000080;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>There are various kinds of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/Accessories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">curtain poles and exquisite accessories<\/a> to go with\u00a0curtains\/ sheers. Hiding the beautiful styles of curtain poles in the cornice box would be a waste!<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Small-sized_room%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span>3. Small-sized room\uff1a<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the room size is small, cornice boxes give the room a bit of feeling of oppression.<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_A_fan_of_simple_styles%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span>4. A fan of simple styles\uff1a<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Abandoning cornice boxes can elevate feelings of freshness and adding more lightness to your life!<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_No_size_limitations_imposed_due_to_cornice_boxes%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. No size limitations imposed due to cornice boxes\uff1a<br \/>\n<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Unless the inner space of cornice boxes is big enough for all kind of window treatments, or the limited inner space would reduce the choices on replacing new blinds\/ shades\/ curtains.<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Save_money_and_avoid_construction_problems%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span>6. Save money and avoid construction problems\uff1a<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your budget is not enough or there is no cornice boxes in the room in the first place; it is suggested to save money for other decorations, not on cornice boxes.<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Regarding_the_synergistic_effects_of_shading%EF%BC%9A\"><\/span>7. Regarding the synergistic effects of shading\uff1a<br \/>\n<u><\/u><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong><u>It only works for the combination of curtains\/ sheers!<\/u> <\/strong>The gaps between the upper part of curtains\/ sheers and walls refract sunlight into indoor space. If you&#8217;re after shading effects, cornice boxes can effectively block the light coming through the top of curtains\/sheers.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding roller blinds, double roller blinds, venetian blinds and honeycomb shades, as long as headrails are mounted on the wall or on the ceilings and there&#8217;s enough space for outside-mount, the shading effects are almost the same as installing in cornice boxes.<br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">.<\/span><br \/>\n\ud83c\udff7 <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">Tips<\/span><\/strong>\uff1aFor better shading effects on roller blinds, choose <strong>delicate type<\/strong> of upper headrail, which covers the roll with a metallic cover. (Applied in double roller blinds as well.) Or choose the advanced type:<strong> side tracks<\/strong>(Applied in roller blinds only.) is fine too.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16586\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16586\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-16586 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/curtain\uff0dbox_18101501-950x718.jpg\" alt=\"Double roller blinds, delicate type of headrail, living room design\" width=\"696\" height=\"526\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16586\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u25b2 Delicate type of headrail: double roller blind\uff08Also applied in roller Blind\uff09\uff0fby\uff1aWagamama Design<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_16607\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-16607\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-16607 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbt.com.tw\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/curtain\uff0dbox_19090201-950x713.jpg\" alt=\"Blackout honeycomb shades, cellular shades, bedroom shades\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-16607\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u25b2 The simple adornment on the upper headrail of honeycomb shade<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<figure id=\"attachment_15496\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-15496\" style=\"width: 696px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img data-attachment-id=\"15496\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wooden-cornice-box\/olympus-digital-camera-9\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-pole-scaled-e1654498659875.jpg\" data-orig-size=\"1600,1200\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;2.2&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;E-PL3&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;1462967413&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;20&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;200&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0.005&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;1&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-pole-480x360.jpg\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-pole-950x713.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-15496 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/msbtblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/curtain-pole-950x713.jpg\" alt=\"curtain poles, cornice box, curtains, sheers, DIY\" width=\"696\" height=\"522\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-15496\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">\u25b2 The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/product\/Accessories\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stylish curtain poles<\/a> provides more variety than cornice boxes.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%96%B6%EF%B8%8EIs_there_any_situation_that_installing_cornice_boxes_is_a_better_choice\"><\/span><strong>\u25b6\ufe0e<\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Is there any situation that installing cornice boxes is a better choice?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If <strong>curtain poles are not your choices for curtains and sheers<\/strong>, it is recommended to add cornice boxes. The tracks and metallic parts can be hidden in the cornice box while drawing curtains. The space would be visually aesthetic and clean.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, cornice boxes are not must-have for installing window treatments. You can decide upon your requirements and preferences!<\/p>\n<p>If you still cannot make up your mind, you can consult <a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSBT customer service<\/a>.<br \/>\nWe will provide the best solutions for you.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>\u3010<a href=\"https:\/\/www.msbtblinds.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSBT Maison Boutique<\/a>\u3011Your best assistant to customize your blinds!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We offer <strong>overseas delivery<\/strong> across the globe at consumers&#8217; expenses, please contact our <a href=\"mailto:service@msbt.com.tw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">english customer service<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n<p>You also could enjoy our <strong>doorstep service at TAIWAN<\/strong>. Service area include: Taipei\uff0fNew Taipei city center\uff0fTaoyuan\uff0fHsinchu\uff0fMiaoli\uff0fTaichung city center\uff0fTainan\uff0fKaohsiung\uff0fPintung city center. 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