curtains
Should Curtains Touch the Floor? The Curtain Length, Width and Height Guide
Should curtains touch the floor? Here are the simple rules designers use for curtain length, rod height, rod width and fullness, with a worked example.
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Curtains
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buying guide
Velvet Curtains: Are They Worth It, and Do They Need Blackout Lining?
What velvet curtains really do for warmth, light and noise, why lining matters, the best heading for velvet and how to care for it.
buying guide
Pinch Pleat vs Rod Pocket vs Tab Top vs Back Tab Curtains: Which Heading Should You Choose?
A plain-English comparison of the four most common curtain headings: how they hang, how easily they open, and which rooms they suit.
Curtains
Are Outdoor Curtains Waterproof? Water-Resistant vs Waterproof Explained
Most outdoor curtains are water-repellent, not waterproof. Here is what that means, when it matters, and what to choose for porches, pergolas and gazebos.
Curtains
How to Measure for Curtains: Width, Length and How High to Hang Them
How to measure for curtains in four steps: rod placement, width and fullness, length, and heading style, with charts for standard lengths and fullness.
