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Planning to Decorate Your Room? Don't Forget About the Curtains

While purchasing curtains for the summer, there are certain things that you need to keep in mind.

By Eada HudesPublished 5 years ago 3 min read
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Summers are knocking at the door, would you not want to spend some relaxing time in the coziness of your rooms?

The first thing that you must consider changing in your room is the curtains. Remove those bright, heavy drapes with some blockout curtains in Perth and see the difference for yourself.

Moreover, curtains can be that game changer in your room which steal the attention of any guest and add vigor to it. While altering the rooms’ color and other décor might not be possible with the fall of the season, having separate curtains for each season can surely be a viable option.

While purchasing the curtains for the summers, there are certain things that you need to keep in mind.

Summer curtain tips

Shade

Black is one of the most classy colors, and it gives a very professional look. But, for your curtains, it is better to avoid dark colors in the summers because they absorb more heat as compared to lighter shades. So, instead of cooling your rooms, they will make the rooms hotter.

Any of the blockout curtains will block the sun, but to control the temperature, you need to choose the color of the curtain judiciously. There is a wide range of pastel shades available. Some of the bright yet mood-setting colors for the summers are peach, orange, and yellow.

You can also check out the different types of fabrics with floral prints, great nonfigurative designs, and modern art prints.

Selecting the right color, and the fabric is not an easy task as the two factors of your curtain should also be in sync with the other decoration of the room. Or else it will mar the beauty of the entire place.

Sheer curtains

If you want to enjoy the summers with a different mood, bring on the sheer curtains. In fact, one of the best seasons to buy sheer curtains is summer. They allow the light to pass in, and do not obstruct your view while giving space for privacy at dusk. The light softens when it goes through a proper set of sheer and provides the room with a soothing atmosphere.

They are ideal for the rooms that you use the most like your office room and living room.

The best part of sheer curtains is that these go well with blockout curtains. You can even buy a compatible set of these two types of curtains in Perth online.

Lining on curtains

When it comes to purchasing curtains for the summer, depending on how much sunlight you want, you can decide on whether to have lining or leave them aside.

Lining on curtains makes them look heavier, and also block the sunlight completely. So, if you want to enjoy the summers, then do not put the lining on your curtains.

On the contrary, if you want to enhance the longevity of your rooms’ curtains, then apply lining on them. It protects the curtains from the direct rays of the sun and thus helps in maintaining the shade and hue. It is also suitable if you do not prefer sunlight and want to keep your rooms away from it.

Length of the curtains

You can either hang the curtains a few inches above the window frame or keep them slightly dabbled on the floor. Take your call depending on your room’s theme and décor. But, if you want to block the summer rays entirely, purchase full-length curtains, as these also help in cooling the temperature of the room.

While interior design is a lot about style, you cannot ignore the functionality. And when it comes to dressing your windows, you need to have a bit of both. Your window dressings or curtains should help you control the temperature of your rooms, pass the required amount of light and look implausible.

Change your curtains and embrace this summer with greater zeal and warmth. Also, remember not to rush through the process, and take advice from experts before investing in window drapes.

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