Curtain Designs
Please visit our curtain heading gallery to see different curtain headings.
The style of curtains to be used will be governed by the style of the room e.g. traditional or contemporary, the shape of the window, the height of the curtains and the fabric itself.
The curtain heading used should be chosen to show off the fabric to the fullest, ensuring that any pleating falls in such a way that the pattern of the fabric is highlighted. This is where using the services of a professional curtainmaker is to be recommended.
Consider adding borders down the leading edges of the curtains, or panels in a contrasting fabric at the top or bottom of the fabric to add further interest and create a more contemporary look.
Consider the depth of any pelmet or valance heading - classic proportions suggest that these should generally be around one fifth to one sixth of the overall finished drop of the curtains.
Think about the functionality of your curtains - do they need to protect furniture from the sun during the daytime? Do you want blackout curtains in your bedroom?
If you have a lot of window area to dress, consider a less expensive fabric, but then dress it up with gorgeous trimmings or a border and maybe a stunning pole too. Plain silks can work out to be an inexpensive option, and providing they are professionally made and traditionally interlined, can look luxurious and sumptuous and far more expensive than they really are!
Wherever possible, use interlining in your curtains - an absolute must with silk or finer fabrics, as this really adds body to your curtains and helps them to hang much better. Always use the best quality lining, as this will help protect your fabric from the effects of the sun.
