Some important tips for purchasing modern curtains

May 25
09:18

2012

Ujwala Gawas

Ujwala Gawas

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Modern curtains come in a variety of fabrics including both natural and man-made. There is such a wide array and you can choose from organza, silk, cotton, taffeta and voile curtains.

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Adding curtains to the windows in your home can add a lot of character and not just to the window,Some important tips for purchasing modern curtains Articles but the entire room. Simply by changing the curtains and the way they are styled you can completely change the look of a room. It is also a lot cheaper to change the curtains then to re-decorate a whole room!

 

Nowadays modern design uses a lot of neutral whites, beiges and greys and these colours also make great curtains.  Cotton curtains are a classic style and you can maximise their effect by draping the fabric.  Choose curtains that make use of interesting textures and don’t create a stark look.  Fabrics like silk are timeless and provide sheen and luxury to your existing decor.  For the ultimate textured modern curtains use natural materials such as grass cloth or bamboo.

 

There are a few things you should keep in mind when shopping for modern curtains.

 

Firstly make sure you measure your window with measuring tape.  You will also need to decide whether you want your curtains to fall to the window sill or all the way to the floor.  Make a note of the measurements you have taken and remember to allow for extra length for tabs and pleats and also allow room for shrinkage.  For narrower windows you could go for a single, wide curtain instead of making the window feel cluttered with two curtains.

 

The style of modern curtain you choose should be a reflection of your current decor.  There is a wide variety to choose from and you can choose casual, semi-formal or formal modern curtains.  The variations within each of these styles are many.  If you are looking for curtains that are easy to install then I would suggest tab tops or eyelet curtains, these also look great in a kitchen.  For a more formal room like a living room or dining room then ideally you need to choose a semi-formal or formal style of curtain.  A pleated curtain would be perfect for this type of room.

 

Modern curtains come in a variety of fabrics including both natural and man-made.  There is such a wide array and you can choose from organza, silk, cotton, taffeta and voile curtains.  The best idea is to take samples of the different fabrics and check them against the furnishings you already have to make sure they match.  Curtains are multi-functional and as well as bringing style and elegance to room they also give you privacy.  With such a wide variety of fabrics and styles available it is a good idea to explore all your options before you decide to buy a pair of modern curtains.