From comfort and convenience to aesthetics and durability, every aspect of what you expect from a window dressing should be well considered before you purchase.
When selecting window coverings, start by determining your functional needs, followed by your decorative needs.
Lining
Wherever possible you should choose lined curtains as the lining will protect your curtains from fading in sunlight.
If the curtains are for a bedroom then consider blackout lining to stop the morning sun acting as an unwelcome alarm clock.
If your window is north facing, frequently exposed to inclement weather or is near a road or other noisy area then consider interlining. Interlining is a soft, hollow fibre material that is placed between the curtain fabric and the lining material. The addition of interlining not only adds body, fullness and softness to the curtains but also dampens out unwanted noise and acts as very good insulation.
Colour
Colour is the most difficult choice for customers and the most difficult area for us to help with as it is such a person choice. Some ideas to consider:
You do not have to match your wall colour:
Your curtain fabric only need to coordinate with your decor - not be an exact colour match.
Neutral and Lighter colours tend to be more versatile:
Lighter colors blend with other colors more easily and fit with a broader range of colour schemes.
Lighter colours for openness, freshness, and smaller spaces:
Lighter colours work well to make spaces seem more open, fresh, and spacious.
Darker colours for more drama or intimate spaces:
Darker colours tend to feel more cozy and deep rich colours add drama especially against lighter wall colours.
Heading
For a traditional look choose standard pinch pleat heading. This is the same as you'll see on the vast majority of curtains.
If you're looking for something a little more formal then choose pencil pleat for a more distinctive look.
Choose eyelet heading for a more contemporary, casual feel
Puddling
Puddling refers to an amount of extra fabric length that is spilled or “puddled” onto the floor. Puddling adds opulence and style to your curtains.
It is said that puddling originated as a means for the rich to show off their wealth. In the days when fabrics were rare and expensive commodities only the wealthy could afford them and only the wealthiest could afford extra material to just lay on the floor!
Generally we only recommend puddling for decorative panels. If your panels are going to be opened and closed regularly puddling is not recommended as the bottoms of the draperies will get dirty very quickly.
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