Your home is as unique as you are which is why made-to-measure curtains are essential for completing your interior design theme. When you buy bespoke curtains, you can choose the exact length and style for every window in your home. Keep them short or enjoy long, pooling drapes — the choice is yours.
But did you know that curtains are useful for more than just privacy and letting in (or blocking out) light? With the right curtains, you can completely transform your home — for a lot less money than a redecoration or renovation project would cost. Here are just a few ways interior designers make use of custom-made curtains for cost-effective changes.
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Use Floor-Length Curtains to Change a Room’s Colour
The most impactful way curtains change a space is by adding huge swathes of colour. New curtains are like a fresh splash of paint — but far less permanent. You could have different curtains for each season. Pale greens are ideal for spring while oranges and even bold reds make a home cosier in autumn.
Colourful curtains can also change the mood and feel of a room. Teal and turquoise curtains can make a room more peaceful and zen-like, whereas natural cream and white options make smaller rooms seem more spacious. Even if you don’t have floor-to-ceiling windows, you can still order curtains that fall all the way to the floor. Just remember to make a note of the track or curtain pole length and the height of the drop you need.
Create a Canopy Bed
There’s something very romantic about a four-poster bed, especially when it has a beautiful canopy. You can recreate this luxurious look by hanging curtains around your bed, either from the bed frame itself or from the ceiling. If you’re lucky enough to have a sturdy, wooden-framed bed with posts, you could get away with velvet or other heavy fabrics. For ceiling-mounted curtains, you may find that using light, gossamer-like materials is easier — and creates a dream-like appearance.
Replace a Door
If you have several high-traffic areas in your home, you may get frustrated by constantly opening and shutting the same doors. Dining rooms, kitchens, or utility rooms don’t often need as many internal doors as they have. Save time by replacing a traditional door with a curtain that hooks conveniently to one side. Heavy materials are usually better for this job, for the occasions where you want to “close” your curtain-door. However, if increasing the flow of light is important, you could utilise transparent materials or even lace curtains.
You can use a simple curtain tie to keep your new “door” out of the way. Or, you could invest in ornate, metallic curtain holdbacks for a more unique look.
Hide Shelves and Other Storage Solutions
Made-to-measure curtains are also ideal for hiding cluttered or unsightly areas in your home. A common use for these is to tuck storage away behind beautiful, neat fabrics. If you have a bookshelf packed with old storage boxes, for example, a bright curtain could transform this eyesore into a welcome “pop” of colour. This is particularly effective for concealing storage that doesn’t fit in with the theme of a room.
You could even use floor-to-ceiling curtains to separate a large room into two. A running curtain track across the ceiling can take the place of an expensive additional wall. With the right curtains, you can have a space where the kids play on the Xbox. On the other side, there’s a separate “room” for a little light reading or catching up on work. And, when it’s family time again, simply open the curtains and let everyone come together.
Source Made-to-Measure Curtains from Reputable Manufacturers and Retailers
Whatever the reason you need them, always make sure you buy your made to measure curtains from a trusted retailer. You should be able to enter your exact track/curtain pole and drop lengths to ensure you get exactly what you need. Also look for curtain manufacturers with a wide range of fabrics, patterns, and designer names.
The more choices you have, the more ways you can update your home — without having to splash out for a decorator.