Choosing the Right Pattern for Your Curtains

Curtains have always been the most popular choice for dressing a window, and with so many different styles, fabrics, and colours to choose from, it’s easy to see why. Fabric curtains can be used to give you indoor space a personality, whether it’s muted neutral tones for a calming space or something more colourful and vibrant. Although relatively inexpensive compared to other pieces of furniture and homeware, curtains have the power to completely change the feel and look of a room. 

Whatever your style, you need to choose the right curtains in order to make your curtains feel in keeping with the rest of your space. Here, we’ll look at what’s available when it comes to buying curtains so that you get exactly what’s right for you.   

Choosing the Correct Fabric for Your Curtains

The curtains can add the perfect finishing touch to any room in your house, and the fabric you decide on can make all the difference. This is also the case for how you choose to hang your curtains; the curtain pole can have just as much of an effect on the finished styling as the curtain itself. With a curtain specialist like Jones Interiors, you have a range of curtain poles to choose from. You can choose from a range of materials and colours, or can even get handcrafted poles to ensure you get exactly what's right for you.

When it comes to choosing your fabric, there are a few factors that need to be taken into consideration to provide you with your desired look and feel. While heavyweight velvets are obviously a luxurious, opulent choice, they can be heavy and can be challenging to clean, so they need regular maintenance; this is, however, a superb option for a lesser-used space such as a guest room. Linen or cotton curtains are the most popular choice for many homes as they give a more relaxed aesthetic whilst being simple to take down and clean.

Patterned Curtains

Patterned curtains can be an easy, cost-effective way to theme a room, pair them with matching cushions, and you are onto a winner! Coastal hotels and B&Bs have been using this approach for years before homeowners cottoned onto the idea. This is a great choice for children's bedrooms who grow out of themes quickly.

Patterned curtains do not have to be outlandish; you can choose to go for a subtle, sleek design such as the Bilton Range to add elegance to a room. Patterns come in all shapes and sizes, so they are easy to incorporate into your current style.

Striped Curtains

For a timeless, classic feel, nothing can add a simple touch of elegance than a striped fabric. There is a little bit of interior science to consider before choosing a striped curtain; horizontal curtains can be a fantastic choice for making a small room appear larger, whereas vertical stripes can help the appearance of rooms with low ceilings.

Chequered

Another classic choice is to go for a chequered curtain. This can prove a little busy in a living room; however, it can give a beautiful country farmhouse feel to any kitchen or dining room. Designs like the Atilla range are an attractive way to add a dash of colour against a neutral background, creating a rustic charm without being overpowering. 

Plain

Plain curtains are a great choice if you are going for a more neutral, modern feel. Simply choose the material, style, and colour that will compliment your current furniture and style to add a touch of class to any living space.

Scott’s Interiors

For more information on our wide range of fabrics and bespoke curtains from Scott’s Interiors, you can contact our friendly team by calling us on 01908 503 200, or drop us an email at helen@scottsinteriors.com. Alternatively, please complete the contact form on our website, and we will call you back.