Choosing the Right Window Curtain

 

A window curtain can “soften” the look of any room and make it feel cozier. The right curtains can also make any room more attractive, but they also have a functional as well as aesthetic appeal. By closing the window curtain, you can ensure privacy for you and your family an according to the thickness of the window curtain fabric, you can filter or block sunlight. The sun’s ultraviolet rays can damage carpets, rugs, and upholstery, so by partially or completely blocking the UV light, you can protect your belongings, and of course, subduing sunlight can also help keep your home cooler in the summer months. If you choose a window curtain with insulating properties, you can also help keep your home warmer in the winter.

 

Types of window curtains

 

You can find a window curtain to compliment any décor, whether it’s formal, casual, or fun and whimsical. For a more formal look, most homeowners prefer a long floor-length window curtain. These might be in the form of tab curtains, Priscilla curtains, or eyelet curtains.

 

Tab curtains have “tabs” at the top – small pieces of fabric through which a curtain rod is passed. With tab curtains, ornate curtain rods of brass, pewter, or wood can be used to add a formal look to a living room, library, or dining room.

 

Priscilla curtains are ruffled panels that are usually tied back. A window shade or sheer curtain is often used in conjunction with Priscilla curtains to add privacy without having to release the panels from their tie-backs. A Priscilla window curtain is a popular choice for bedrooms.

 

An eyelet window curtain has metal grommets, or “eyes” at the top of each panel. These allow the curtain panels to be threaded onto a curtain rod easily. The eyelet window curtain is also super easy to open and close.

 

Most formal window curtains are made of silk, satin, or linen. All of these materials must be professionally cleaned periodically.

 

For a less formal look, use a window curtain with a café, cottage, or tiered style. These curtains are usually window length, or they might fall just below the window. Casual window curtains are often made of cotton, chintz, polyester, gingham, or a poly-cotton blend. Since these casual curtains are often used in high traffic areas like kitchens and bathrooms, most homeowners prefer fabrics that can be tossed in the washer and dryer.

 

For insulating qualities, choose a window curtain made of a special thick fabric. If you find a window curtain that you love but that doesn’t supply any insulation, you can always add a liner to make it more insulating.

 

A window curtain made of a whimsical pattern is a good choice for a teenager’s room, a game room, a kid’s room, or a home bar. These curtain panels might display cartoon characters, sports team logos, stuffed animals, cowboys, butterflies, polka-dots, horses, or a host of other motifs.

 

 

Where to find the right window curtain

 

When you’re searching for just the right window curtain, your choices are practically endless. You can find curtains at Walmart, Kmart, Target, department stores, and home improvement stores. To find a window curtain that perfectly matches your décor, shop online stores.