Back in the day, curtains might have been clunky and swallowed up an entire window. However, in modern-day interior design, curtains unlock a gorgeous look at your window and provide a variety of functional benefits, without taking over an entire wall or window. In fact, curtains create the perfect accent on any window! Whether they are an additional accent to your current window treatments or they are the sole star at your windows, custom curtains can beautifully elevate a home and suit your interior design needs. Read on to learn more about why adding custom curtains to homes is something you will pat yourself on the back for the moment you hang them up.
Why Choose Custom Curtains
There are many reasons why adding custom curtains to your home is a great idea! While many interior design accents serve an aesthetic purpose, curtains are both fashionable and functional. For example, curtains offer superior light control and privacy, which allows you to enjoy as much sun or as much shade as you wish with ease. You can find sheer curtains or room darkening, depending on what your lighting goals are. Sheer curtains are perfect for rooms where you want to let in light but have it be gently filtered throughout your home so it doesn’t cause too much glare. Curtains also provide an added layer of insulation, especially when they are layered with your current window treatments. This allows your home’s cool air to remain inside during the summer and warm air to stay inside in the winter. Since the majority of our home’s heating and cooling is lost to improperly insulated windows, this is an important factor if you want better energy efficiency and lower energy bills.
Curtain Maintenance
As with any window treatment, custom curtains do require a little bit of maintenance. Overall, caring for your curtains is quite easy. They do require regular removal of dust to keep them looking new and prevent any permanent damage from occurring. Surface dust can be easily removed with a feather duster or even a vacuum brush using low suction. Of course, the maintenance that is required for your curtains will depend on what type of fabric you have chosen. Since sheer material is the most delicate of fabric so you can choose for your curtains, they cannot be machine washed. Heavier materials, on the other hand, can handle more intense cleaning methods. Overall, the rule of thumb for curtains is dry cleaning when you want to give them a little refresh.
Conclusion
To learn more about adding custom curtains to your home, their maintenance, or the types of materials you can choose, be sure to contact or visit us today at Rainbow Paint & Decorating where we make your satisfaction our top priority. Contact us today to schedule your personal consultation. We’ve been serving the area for 40 years and are committed to providing you with the best quality products and customer service. Our spacious showroom is located in Birmingham, AL, and we are proud to serve the Greater Birmingham area, including Vestavia Hills, Mountain Brook, Homewood, and Hoover, AL. Give us a call today at (205) 822-3548 to get started designing your perfect custom curtains.