I’m an interior designer – 4 common mistakes you’re making with your curtains that can make a room look cheap
A TOP interior designer has shared the most frequent blunders people are making with their curtains – and how to fix them.
Although virtually everyone seeks to elevate the look of their home space, especially with many people opting to work remotely, not all improvements leave your home looking up-to-date.
Amy Wilson is an interior designer for 247 Curtains, a company that promises to provide quality curtains at a decent price.
She shared four major curtain mistakes that people tend to make when choosing and hanging their curtains.
First, she cited curtains being too short for the window.
“When it comes to the length of your curtains,” she said. “They can be too long, but never allow them to be too short.”
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“Curtains should always touch the floor and for an added touch of luxury, let them pool slightly onto the floor,” she specified.
She suggested adding a few extra inches to the curtain measurements.
“The beauty of curtains is there is margin for error when using a pole or track as you may be able to lower this if your curtains are falling a little too short,” she advised.
She also had advice for those who don’t like the style of curtains.
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“If you prefer not to have curtains all the way to the floor then consider a roman blind instead of short curtains,” she said.
She advised aspiring interior design pros to choose curtains that tie into their existing home style while avoiding matching too much.
“You will want to avoid your curtains matching with too many other soft furnishings in the space,” she advised. “As this can leave a room feeling cheap and flat.”
She warned people to be careful when decorating a window sill.
“When it comes to window sills, the line between decoration and clutter is fine,” she said. “But striking the right balance is key when it comes to showcasing your curtains.”
“If your windows have deep window sills, feel free to utilize this space as a styling opportunity,” she added.
Some ideas for elegant window sill decor included a plant or a few books.
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She also encouraged taking care of the actual windows in order to upgrade the home.
“Windows are a huge opportunity for adding to your overall décor or scheme,” she said. “Do not neglect your windows and instead think of them as an integral part of your finished room.”