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Title: Window valence replacements
Post by: Elliott on May 15, 2022, 10:15:54 pm
The DW has requested that I ask you guys for pictures of what you did to remove/replace/update the window valences in your coach (both on top and sides). She wants them gone to "lighten it up". I am against it but know better than to argue.
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Joe Phebus on May 15, 2022, 10:20:05 pm
We had them recovered in Mexico with the same fabric we used to reupholster the couch.  A nice light color and modern design.  Turned out great.

Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Tommy D on May 15, 2022, 10:49:37 pm
Old is blue and was original.

It was super easy, just need a staple gun, drill with Phillips head and square head, and new fabric.  We put ours right over the old fabric.
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Elliott on May 16, 2022, 10:43:08 am
We had them recovered in Mexico with the same fabric we used to reupholster the couch.  A nice light color and modern design.  Turned out great.
Do you have any pics you can share? This is what I wanted to do some day but she wants the valences completely gone, which I fear may look tacky  :(
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: oldguy on May 16, 2022, 11:46:28 am
The valances hold the blinds in place when traveling. The valances in the front were redone
by the previous owner and my wife prefers the ones in the bedroom that weren't done.
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: bbeane on May 16, 2022, 02:51:34 pm
Without the valance's you going to get a lot of light around the blinds.
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: kimosabe99 on May 16, 2022, 04:51:53 pm
Removed our side valences in the living area and haven't missed them.  It seems to make the area look "roomier".

As usual, YMMV.

jk
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Elliott on May 16, 2022, 05:10:28 pm
Removed ours in the living area and haven't missed them.  It seems to make the area look "roomier".
Do you have a few pictures you could share?
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: NevadaBornRvR on May 16, 2022, 05:20:39 pm
We did ours last year. Pics are not the best but I think give the idea
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Zach on May 17, 2022, 10:34:25 am
I had removed the valences on one of the windows to remove the window to reseal it. It does provide a little more of a spacious feel, but also makes the windows feel more rv like.

The other thing is you may lose your light strip. I tend to like the light strip. Is it the monkeys that she doesn't like?  :D
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Bigoil76 on May 17, 2022, 12:13:11 pm
Elliott, my wife actually loves your Palm Tree valences in your coach...they do not fit the Southwest motif of our coach thank god ... 🤣🤣
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Elliott on May 17, 2022, 01:32:42 pm
Elliott, my wife actually loves your Palm Tree valences in your coach...
Well, besides the original owner that ordered them, that makes two people in this world.

Pics for reference
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Olde English on May 17, 2022, 03:31:58 pm
Count me in as a third, I believe your 'better half" has impeccable taste. Very reminiscent of stuff I've seen from India.
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Tommy D on May 17, 2022, 04:47:48 pm
I think you should keep it, great conversation starter!
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Realmccoy on May 17, 2022, 11:55:52 pm
Here's ours
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Joe Phebus on May 18, 2022, 12:56:06 am
Do you have any pics you can share? This is what I wanted to do some day but she wants the valences completely gone, which I fear may look tacky  :(

Here you go!
Title: Re: Window valence replacements
Post by: Peter on May 23, 2022, 08:10:50 pm
My coach came from the factory with an African theme. Here are my valences