What to Consider When Choosing Curtains?
The style and length of curtains greatly influence the atmosphere of a room. It’s important to carefully consider their dimensions and the fabric they are made of. Also, take into account the purpose of the room where they will hang and your personal preferences. Short curtains work well in kitchens, bathrooms, or children’s rooms, where practicality is key. If a window is near a work surface where meals are prepared, long curtains won’t be practical. Long curtains are perfect for living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Bedrooms especially benefit from curtains with unique lengths and blackout properties. The size of the windows and the room itself also matters—small rooms benefit from light, airy, and short curtains to add brightness and spaciousness, while large windows look great with long, heavy, often patterned fabrics. When choosing curtains, ensure they match the interior style. Designers advise hanging curtains as high as possible—on a curtain rod installed just below the ceiling or on a minimalist rail fixed to the ceiling.
Should Curtains Touch the Floor?
Choosing the right curtain length can be challenging. Over the decades, curtain lengths have changed with fashion trends. Before following trends blindly, consider the visual effect you want to achieve and how the length will affect daily comfort. Floor-length curtains have been very popular in recent seasons, but are they always a good idea? Curtain length should depend strictly on the room’s decor. Floor-length curtains are perfect for living rooms or dining rooms—the heart of any home. They look elegant and impressive, which matters in rooms where guests are entertained and where you spend most of your time. Relaxation rooms often feature large windows or glass doors leading to a terrace, and long curtains complement these perfectly. Softly pooling fabric also beautifully complements wood-look flooring, highlighting its unique beauty. This combination works well with vinyl SPC panels laid in classic or French herringbone patterns, with glossy finishes, or any waterproof models with natural wood grain patterns.
Are Floor-Length Curtains Always a Good Idea?
Floor-length curtains serve primarily a decorative purpose. Practically, they may not be suitable for homes with small children or pets, where safety and cleanliness are priorities. Curtains that lie elegantly on the floor require constant adjusting and fluffing to maintain their polished look as seen in interior design magazines. This effect is hard to keep in a living room where children play and pets run around.
