Well, it took a million Zillow searches and home tours, but you’ve finally settled into your new place. Congrats! The moving boxes are all broken down, the fine china has found its spot in the back of the kitchen cabinets for the one time you’ll use it all year, and you’re ready to get into the fun part of being in a new space: decorating! Sure, getting the major pieces squared away is important – can’t have a bedroom without, y’know, a bed – but it’s also important to consider the details of a space, like curtains.
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Yes, the boring old blinds the previous tenant left behind might do the job of blocking out the sun, but they’re not you. One popular home decorating trend that never goes out of style are floral curtains. They’re a fun way to add a pop of color and pattern to accent any room in your home. However, finding the right curtains can be overwhelming if you’ve never done much in terms of window decorating aside from putting a few plants on the windowsill. Luckily, we’ve got tips on what to look for and where to look when picking out the perfect curtains for your space.
Types of Curtains
Believe it or not, there are more than just one type of curtain out there. The main difference in curtain type comes down to construction. Here are a few of the most common curtain construction types:
Rod Pocket
Rod Pocket curtains are curtain panels that slide directly onto the curtain rod, and serve to hide the rod, giving the curtains a seamless look when fully drawn. However, these types of curtains are typically harder to open and close, as the curtain material is directly on top of the rod. As such, Rod Pocket curtains are usually best for decorative use, rather than everyday use. If you’re looking for curtains you can more easily open and close, you might want to consider one of the other styles mentioned below.
Ring Top
Ring Top curtains use small built-in hooks that line the top of the curtain panels and attach to rings that are hung on the curtain rod. The rings make the curtains easy to open and close, and are perfect for everyday use. Visually, they’re akin to what shower curtains look like – but much, much cuter!
Pinch Pleat
Pinch Pleat curtains are adhered to the curtain rod similarly to Ring Top curtains; however, they’re made with twice the amount of fabric. The excess fabric is pinched together shortly below the curtain hooks, making pleats that create a stylish, more formal look.
Other Creative Curtain Factors to Consider
Once you’ve chosen the type of curtain construction you’d like, there are a few other factors to take into consideration.
Length & Width
While it may be tempting to add the first pair of floral curtains you fall in love with directly to your online shopping cart, it’s important to check what lengths and widths of curtains are offered, and compare the measurements to the window you’re planning on accenting.
Lining Type
Curtain lining is also key to consider. For instance, you might want curtains in your living room that are thick enough for general privacy, but allow in some natural light. Meanwhile, you might want curtains with a blackout lining for your bedroom, so no morning rays interrupt your beauty sleep.
Patterns and Color Scheme
The most fun part of choosing curtains, obviously! When going with a floral pattern scheme, you’ll want to look for curtains that include colors that accent or match the ones that currently exist in the room you’re decorating. For instance, if you’ve got a light green sofa, you might want to look for a floral print centered on ferns or vines.
Where to Find Floral Curtains Online
Thankfully, finding floral curtains has become much easier than it used to be with the advent of the internet. Can you imagine what our grandmothers must have gone through trying to find the right construction type, length, lining, let alone a floral pattern they liked, at only brick and mortar stores near them? Talk about a decorating nightmare. Now, it’s easy to customize your search online to find the perfect curtains for you.
While you can search for curtains at larger retail outlets, perhaps consider taking a look at specialized home furnishing stores. More often than not, these types of online shops have customizable options, so you don’t only get to pick what floral pattern you like, but can have more control of the overall design of the curtain. Whatever floral pattern you choose, you’re bound to find a stunning design that will make your home look just the way you want it to. What floral patterns do you have your eye on for your next curtain set?