Curtains Curtains & More

With so many various types of curtains to choose from, you would be forgiven for become a little overwhelmed! Never fear, here at Curtains Curtains & More we'll demystify the curtain buying process by explaining the different types of curtains and accessories.

Some people might not realise the far reaching extent of the curtain business, but I'm here to tell you otherwise! Home renovators and home builders have a tough decision on their hands when choosing their window furnishings. Curtains can have a huge impact on the whole look and feel of a room. You can choose from sumptuous velvet draped curtains for a warm and cosy feel or some sheer curtains which give you a light breezy chic looking room.

Curtains are not the only thing that can adorn your windows. You can choose from wooden blinds, venetian blinds, solar screens or even bamboo blinds.

Don't be discouraged from the task ahead of you. Keep reading to find out all you'll ever want to know about curtains!

The most obvious starting point in your quest for the perfect window coverings is to think about the room they are going to be hanging in. If you're renovating then you have a slight advantage because you already have existing furnishings in the room to match the curtains with. Look at your carpets and other furnishings, unless you want to have an eclectic looking room your curtains should match in shade to your floors. Not saying that everything has to be color coded, but try and stick to the color wheel principles.

Cream curtains are a very popular choice because they are so neutral they match almost anything. Obviously if you're decorating your cosy library with wood panelling and dark carpets, cream curtains are going to look out of place, but in most other circumstances cream curtains really look a treat!

Another increasingly popular choice is silk curtains, these are not practical in all rooms as they don't block out a lot of light, but if you're looking for a curtain to give your room a certain look instead of the actual usefulness of a curtain, then certainly look at silk curtains as a viable option.

Don't forget about ready made curtains, these are an easy option and there are so many styles to choose from. You can buy them at your local hardware & furnishing store or your local curtain outlet. They can often be a much cheaper option than custom made designs.

Personally I don't like net curtains so I don't have them anywhere in my house. My mother would argue that people can look straight in the house! My answer to that is to have tinted windows. Net curtains are just not the look I want in my house. They do however have their place, they're somewhat useful for keeping insects out and they do afford a level of privacy.

As a classier alternate to net curtains; sheer curtains can be used, they look a lot more modern and still provide the same benefit as the old fashioned net curtains.

Curtain rods are a simple business right? Well... while you don't have as many decisions to make as when choosing your curtains there are still some choices for you.

What material do you want your curtain rod made from? There are many choices such as, wood, aluminium or pewter. Then you have to think about the end caps for the curtain pole, there are many many types of end caps for the humble curtain pole!

Check out my guide to net curtains