How to Decorate an Egress Window

Egress windows allow you to leave through the basement if an emergency should occur.  This is why they are installed in many houses because they provide a safey precaution. It is important to keep the windows free of obstruction.  Of course, you may still wish to decorate it somehow.

Things That You Will Need

• Molding


• Some stain


• Some contact paper


• A measuring tape


• A shade


• A tension rod


• Some fishing line


• Ornaments


• A window well covering

• Frame the window with traditional wood molding.  Stain it so that it matches the other wood in your room.  You can also use peel-and-stick tiles to create a decorative border around the window. 


• Put clear contact paper on the window.  It is available in various patterns to make the window look like it has frosted or etched glass.  There are also decorative scenes that you can choose from.  These are easy to apply with a little soap and water.


• Place a shade over both sides of the window or hang some sheer fabric there.  This will decorate the window without blocking the light like bulky draperies would.


• Hang a tension rod above the window then use fishing line to string up some decorative items from the rod.  You can use small children’s toys or Christmas ornaments.


• Add a window well cover that will be both decorative and useful if your basement should happen to ever flood.  Choose a bright color that you can see through or a stone covering to provide some texture to your window at the same time.