THE RIGHT PATTERN FOR YOUR WINDOW CURTAIN

Apart from the colour and texture, patterns is a very important factor to consider in buying a curtain. To choose the right pattern that will match with the rest of your house, here are important things you need to consider;

• The size of your curtain

Generally curtains come in two sizes, to the floor ,or or the sill. Any other sizes would  not look very good. If you choose a curtain whose length is to the sill, avoid heavy fabrics and large patterns. Large patterns look better with long curtains and so do heavy fabrics.

• Your theme colour

Choose a pattern that matches with your theme colour. Choose a colour in the patterns that is similar to the main colour in the house and use it as border line of the curtain, this will help the curtain to blend in well with the rest of the house. Alternatives use a plain blind in the main colour of your theme.

• Fullness of folds

If you intend to have a curtain than has many fold, it would be better to choose a pattern that repeats itself often so that there are many similar patterns on the folds. A pattern that takes too long before it repeats itself over again may look like many different patterns when used on a curtain with many folds.

• Pattern repeats

It is important to consider the length it takes before a pattern repeats itself all over again. Ensure the pattern in the two curtain pieces is very similar. Avoid having one piece that looks very different from the other because it started at a different level of the pattern.

6 BASIC FACTORS TO CONSIDER IN A CURTAIN FABRIC

 

DURABILITY

It is very important to consider the durability of the fabric. Although some fabrics are very beautiful and attractive, they may not be very durable. You don't want to buy a curtain that fades or tears just a few days after you start using it, you therefore need to be very conscious of the durability before you make a choice. But if you don't mind replacing your curtains after just a short while, this should not worry you.

AFFORDABLE

Keep to your budget. Don't buy a curtain and then end up being thrown out of your house because of rent arrears. Curtains come in all manner of prices and different qualities. Buy a curtain that you can afford but one that is also of good quality.

LOOK

How the curtain looks is very important. The size and style should be in line with you house design style. Whether you go for plain calm colours of bold florals, stripes and vibrant colours, make sure it will look great in your house. Remember how a curtain looks in the shop is not the exact effect it will have in your house. Keep your house design, furniture, fabrics used and other considertaions in choosing a curtain.

HOUSE COLOUR THEME

This is very very important. Don't buy a curtain that is contrary to your house colour theme. A curtain is a necessary and also an accessory. It is meant to help make your house look more beautiful, elegant and sophisticated. Don't go for a colour that works against you.

NATURAL LIGHTING

Always consider the intensity of natural light in the room you intend to use the curtain. Some materials cannot withstand the sunlight. If you intend to use the curtain in a room with very strong natural light, go for a curtain that does not fade easily and one that can resist the effect of direct sunlight.

EASE TO MAINTAIN

Very basic and very very important. Please don't buy a curtain that you can't maintain well. You need a fabric that is washable, resist stains and does not crease easily. We all want a curtain that can keep in god shape, choose a fabric that you know you can easily maintain.

THE BEST CURTAIN FABRIC FOR YOUR HOUSE DESIGN

In choosing a curtain for your house, there are many things to consider. Apart from the room in which they are to be used, consider also the width, the length, the pattern and the fabric. The fabric chosen will influence both the look, the durability and how elegant the room will look. It is important to chose a curtain that complement your house design style. This means that before you choose a curtain, you have to evaluate the furniture, accessories, decorations and the floor arrangement. Also consider the color scheme of your house. It is important that you do not end up with a curtain that seems out of place.
In this article i will discuss the choice of fabric. The choice of size and pattern will be discussed later in this blog. There are several fabrics that are good for curtains, the choice should be determined by the characteristics, advantages and disadvantages of each particular fabric in addition to the intended use.

The best types of curtain fabrics

polyester

Polyester is very durable. It is resistant to most chemicals, shrinking and wrinkling. It is also very affordable. It is easy to maintain as it washes and dries quickly. It is good with vibrant colors and patterns as it resists fading and shrinking. 
They are good for the bedroom, the living room and other common rooms as they are strong and sun resistant. They are however not good for the kitchen as they are flammable and stains are difficult to remove.

silk

Silk is characterized by its soft and vibrant shine. It durable and light. It has a smooth look and drapes easily. It is good for a romantic, elegant and sophisticated look. Silk curtains may be used for formal dining areas, the living room and the bedroom.
It is however expensive and yellows with age. It is also very susceptible to natural and should therefore not be used for a window that receives direct sunlight.

linen

Linen is very strong and durable. It has very low elasticity and therefore does not stretch. It drapes very well and does not block the sun due to its sheer nature, it is therefore good for filling the room with natural light. Linen has a casual effect as opposed to formal. It is therefore good for a casual dining area and perfect for an airy bedroom.

velvet

Velvet is a thick and heavy fabric, it is also very gorgeous and traditionally it was related with royalty. It is good for keeping out the cold and light. While choosing velvet, ensure to check what material it is made of as this will influence its characteristics a lot for example silk velvet have a soft drape while synthetic velvet have a strong sheen but does not drape so well. Silk velvet is generally expensive but very elegant, it may be used to bring out a sophisticated and elegant look in a room.
For maintenance, it is highly recommended that silk and cotton velvet should be dry cleaned. Ironing should be done on the inner side rather than the outer side.

cotton

Cotton is soft, environmental friendly and very durable. It stays undamaged even after frequent exposure to weak acids and alkalis. It is therefore advantageous as washing often does not damage it. When it comes to maintaining it, cotton is easy to wash and it absorbs water easily, It is very washable and can be ironed even at high temperatures. It also does not stretch easily and this makes it retain its original shape for very long. Cotton drapes well and is therefore suitable for a formal dining room and modern decorating styles.
It however soils easily and weakens with exposure to light.