I like to put up window coverings because of the previously mentioned problems; tenants messing up the job themselves, putting tons of holes in the woodwork or the walls, hanging sheets or (worse; I've seen this), BLACK garbage bags. We'll purchase the bamboo shades at our local "big box" store (typically under $10 per shade), then follow with curtains (usually tab curtains) purchased from our friendly "General Dollar", "Family Dollar" or "Freds" stores. And I've made curtains out of sheets. But no, you're not required to purchase window coverings. If you don't want to go the whole route, I'd suggest you provide the rods and she can purchase "the curtains/drapes that suit her taste" (with her own money). Gail
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