Full article with thanks to: thespruce.com/what-are-curtains-drapes-shades-and-blinds-4067656 When it comes to window treatments, there are so many options that it can be overwhelming to choose what’s right for your home. To make it even more confusing, many people—including interior decorators—use the terms “drapes” and “curtains” interchangeably, mixing in “shades” and “blinds” as if they were synonyms, too. However, while all four types …