A lot of thinking goes into buying a curtain for your home.
Factors like aesthetics, the fabric and the length and certainly privacy concerns too have a lot to do with our ultimate decision.
At least that's what I consider when I make a purchase for my home.
Let's go over these factors one by one, some of which, you could consider while buying curtains for your home.
The Rod This is a tricky part because this part of the installation could be the more expensive affair.
There are a wide range of well-designed modestly priced aluminium rods available in the market for your humble needs.
For the more decorative ones, you do have wooden mounts as well.
A couple of choices are available for the outfits too, which fairly determines how easily the drapes open and shut in.
Panels with rings are smoother compared to a rod-pocket panel.
A wider panel that covers the entire breadth makes a large window look better furnished.
The Length & the Fabric The length depends on where the curtain goes in your room.
A long curtain on a kitchen window over the sink is sure to get wet and dirty.
A relatively cheap machine washable curtain will be a wise choice.
If privacy is your concern, sheer curtains in your bedroom is not the way to go by.
Heavy drapes will be the better option and it also gives it an airy look.
Practicality Having a curtain helps in staving the unnecessary light off your room.
This greatly helps in keeping the room temperature under check and saving a lot of money on your air conditioning bill.
They are called thermal or blackout drapery.
Types & Accessories Valances act like a scarf over your windows.
They are often hung along the top and it helps in hiding the lesser appealing drapery rods.
This adds an artistic flair to your already impressive room.
Grommet-top curtains would go well in your study or the balcony window.
It provides a crisply pleated charm.
A satin curtain renders a rich and modern look and most of the time; a plain satin curtain goes well with any contrasting wall colour.
You could never go wrong with them.
The curtain colour is preferred to be darker than the wall colour.
A light coloured curtain against a light coloured wall will look dull and drab.
Accessories like holdbacks or tiebacks will be a great addition.
Keep all this in your mind when you go curtain shopping the next time.
Choosing the right one gives the best impression and comfort to your home.