If you ever hire an interior decorator or have ever talked to one, you know that when they are asked what makes or breaks a room, their answer is always curtains. It is always easy to get overwhelmed with which type of curtain to choose. The fabric, the colour and the design, all of these aspects matter quite a lot. However, you should only choose a curtain which matches the décor of your room. If, for example, you have a room with sofas and a dining table, all adhering to one colour combination which may be gold, and you decide to hang a pink curtain then it may ruin the whole vibe of the room.
Here are a few things you need to do before buying curtains. These advices will help you make an informed decision:
- Fabric and Colour
The fabric of your curtain matters a lot as the fabric determines how well your curtain will function and hold up. If the fabric is too light, there may not be a great fall. If the fabric is too heavy, then you nay face difficulty in trying to fold and hold up the curtain crisply. Moreover, if the curtain you are choosing is for a room with bright sunlight then it is best to avoid bright colours. Too much sun tends to fade away the colours of the curtain and they may turn dull. In rooms with greater sunlight, choose materials like silk, velvet or faux silk and satin. If you want to block out the cold, use velvet, suede or tapestry material.
- Length and Lining
Take a tape measure and measure the length of your window. You will want a curtain which is slightly longer than the length of your window. This gives a more dramatic look. Many designers tend to hang curtains quite high to achieve that dramatic look. Moreover, for a more posh look, make sure the fall of your curtain puddles to the floor. As the for the width of the window, it is always suggested to get a curtain which slightly bigger than the width. This way if you want to block out light, the curtain will fully cover any crevices through which light would have creeped through.
- Custom Curtains
Many curtain retailers or companies offer the chance to have your curtain customised according to your needs. Off-the-shelf curtains may sometimes not fit in with the design or size of the window. However custom curtains are expensive so you will have to have a greater amount of budget if you want a custom curtain.
- Dry-cleaning or Washer Machine
Buying a curtain which only requires dry cleaning can save you time. Proceeding to wash your curtains yourself can ruin the quality and colour of the curtains.
- Home or Online Consultation
A good choice would be to have a curtain manufacturer’s decorator visit your home and suggest the type of curtain which will fit well with your room. Online consultation is often vague if you do not choose a reliable company.
Check out the curtain shop for a number of designs and sizes.