Two years in the past, I explored the concept of doing a DIY blockprinting therapy on the present curtains in my front room (beneath). I am right here to admit that two Julys later, they nonetheless look precisely the identical. I may by no means decide to a sample or coloration, not to mention the effort and time it was going to take. But in addition, I knew in my coronary heart that I really wanted taller curtains. These had been 95 inches (probably 98 however I can not recall and I am not going to dig out my tape measure).
I bought them practically seven years in the past for an additional house with a lot decrease ceilings than I’ve now. They labored nice then, however are principally only a bandaid on this house that has roughly 12-foot ceilings. In my unique publish the place I shared this picture, a handful of readers steered I wanted longer curtains hung greater and TBH, at first I used to be miffed. “No, I do not! Go away me be,” I believed. However that is simply my typical knee-jerk response for many issues; I do not like being advised what to do.
Once I stepped away from my non permanent ego, I, in fact, agreed with them. Whereas I am not a stickler for how excessive to hold your curtains so long as there is a long way between the highest of your home windows and your curtain rod—about 10-ish inches—on this occasion, I used to be simply barely clearing the sliding glass door and making it look out of scale to the room and ceiling top.
To not point out, a few of my panels had been hovering above the ground a couple of inches whereas others kissed it. That is sort of the secret with cheapy panels from huge field retailer (these are from IKEA).
All in all, my front room curtain state of affairs may use a severe improve. Really, I would like 108-inches (or greater) curtain panels however WOOF! They’re EXPENSIVE. I’ve explored {custom} choices for a high-end look since that is the primary room in my house and really stately as the total expanse is concerning the full width of the house. However you guys, shopping for six to eight {custom} panels of at the very least 108 inches is wildly value prohibitive for me at this second. I might be prepared to spend money on that if this had been my everlasting house, however it’s only a rental so it is a no-go.
My funds restrictions are your achieve, as I’ve determined to place my analysis hat on and see what’s on the market. My mission? Additional-long readymade curtain panels of at the very least 108 inches that are available in beneath $100 every (so beneath $200 for a pair). This was not a straightforward feat by any means, particularly principally making an attempt to keep away from some retailers I am not at present purchasing from. You’ll be able to see all my 27 picks if you happen to maintain studying, damaged up into stable impartial—what most individuals purchase—stable coloration, and patterned (my coronary heart’s favourite).
Earlier than window purchasing (ha), let me break down a couple of information about what can have an effect on the price of material as costs range wildly. You would possibly discover a cream linen-looking curtain on Wayfair for $60 a pair simply as a cream linen-looking curtain on Nordic Knots for $600. What is the distinction? Let’s break it down:
What Impacts The Value Of Curtains
Similar to with the rest in our properties and, primarily, the world, high quality is the highest driver of value tags (effectively, and branding however that is very subjective so I am going to depart that out). Listed below are TKTKTKTK points that can drive the value of curtains up:
- Cloth sort: Pure fibers are sometimes going to come back at a premium in relation to window coverings. For those who take a look at the product description between curtains from Amazon and people from even a spot like West Elm, polyester is most typical on low priced curtains whereas mid-range to higher-end readymade curtains shall be cotton or linen.
- Cloth weight: That is by far the toughest factor to inform about curtains if you’re purchasing on-line. You might suppose you scored huge with $50 100% linen curtains from Zara Residence solely to seek out they’re extremely light-weight. This may be completely nice in order for you light-filtering curtains, however not a lot if you happen to want further privateness in your bed room, as an illustration. Cloth weight also can have an effect on how a curtain drapes (or falls), with wispier material weights trying sort of dinky and messy when opened up.
- Lining: The nicer the curtain, the upper the probability that it has a lining. Whereas that is not all the time true, you will most likely at the very least get the selection by the retailer for no lining, light-filtering lining or blackout (even generally various levels of blackout). The power of the liner will sometimes drive up the value.
- Width: Readymade curtains are sometimes between 48 inches and 54 inches extensive, and the broader the panel, the broader your pockets must be to afford them. Maintain a lookout for double-wide curtains of 100 inches or so, as effectively (I’ve some beneath). Bear in mind, method to observe for a way a lot width you want is 1.5x the width of your window for the standard look, or 2x for an opulent look.
- Common high quality: One thing to remember with cheaper choices available on the market are the cheaper they’re, the upper your possibilities of lengths not being actual throughout the board. High quality management is solely not as excessive on a mass-produced merchandise then one thing both custom-made or made to a better commonplace (a.okay.a. costlier). Size consistency is without doubt one of the most typical issues with decrease high quality curtains, which could be SUPER irritating if you happen to’re making an attempt to cowl a big expanse of home windows or doorways. It is much less apparent if you happen to’re simply utilizing two panels, however when you’ve got six or extra, it is a nightmare and appears terrible. Although costlier, a great way to fight that is to get one dimension greater than you want, and get them hemmed all to the identical size. This, in fact, is hard if you want 108-inch curtains or extra, as a result of many retailers cease at 95/98 inches. If they provide 108, you will be hard-pressed to seek out something greater. 120-inch curtains do exist, and can be found on among the curtains I chosen beneath, however it’s not frequent.
Strong Impartial Additional-Lengthy Curtain Choices We Advocate
For those who’re a impartial curtain lover, I’ve to inform you about Half Worth Drapes, the place among the beneath had been plucked from. It is onerous to beat their pricing or worth. You will have appear the identify pop up if you happen to’ve ever searched from curtains on Amazon, however they’ve their very own correct web site, which I a lot want. Their choice of ready-to-ship curtains beneath $100 a panel is superior, particularly if you happen to’re after linen-look curtains. Positively a designer “secret supply” if you’ll. Different shops to peruse embody H&M Residence (although their curtains are a bit on the skinny facet), Quince, and IKEA, although a lot of their curtains do not go as excessive as 108 inches.
1. Mink Textured Fake Linen Room Darkening Curtain – 50″x108″ | 2. 2-Pack Lengthy Blackout Curtain Panels – 55″x118″ | 3. Barley Heavy Fake Linen Curtain – 50″x108″ | 4. Single-Pack Lengthy Vast Blackout Curtain Panel – 98″x118″ | 5. Natural Cotton Pure Taupe Window Curtain Panel 52″x108″ | 6. Ritva Curtains 1 Pair – 57″x118″ | 7. Luster Velvet Room Darkening Curtain – 48″x108″ | 8. Safaa Cotton Sheer Curtain, Pure Linen Cotton Curtain – 52″x108″ | 9. Solar Zero Amherst Velvet Thermal Excessive Again Tab 100% Blackout Single Curtain Panel – 50″x108″
With impartial curtains, make sure you research the product description to verify they’re what you need. Lined? Linen? Fake-linen? Pleating? Pre-trained? In fact, this is applicable to all the opposite curtains on this record, however particularly right here as a result of the web choices can appear limitless and indistinguishable. See if yow will discover a close-up element of the feel, too. As I already talked about, the Half Worth Drape choices are nice (#1 and #3), and have delicate variations you possibly can learn extra about on their web site. Additionally, #1 is identical one which Caitlin has in her front room (only a completely different coloration). She RAVES about them and everybody assumes they’re actually costly after they see them.
The Ritva curtains from IKEA are one of many uncommon panels on this dimension vary however have a pleasant texture, as does #8 from Etsy (virtually like a honeycomb). And do not overlook JCPenney for tremendous reasonably priced curtains, both, although you will should dig a bit. These thermal velvet panels (#9) are beneath $100 for TWO. Wow.
Strong Colour Additional-Lengthy Curtain Choices We Like
Love the drama and curiosity of sample however want to drag it again a bit? Strong coloration is your jam. I LOVE a stable coloration curtain, particularly in velvet (in the proper room). Whereas one thing that visually weighted would not work in my very own front room, a contemporary coloration in a lighter linen simply would possibly. Let’s discover what I discovered.
1. Khaki Inexperienced Fake Linen Extrawide Room Darkening Curtain – 100″x108″ | 2. Velvet Room Darkening Curtain Pair – 52″x108″ | 3. Dusty Blue Linen Curtains Pair – 52″x108″ | 4. Olivia Signature Thermal Lined 100% Blackout Velvet Curtain – 50″x108″ | 5. Wild Rose Velvet Rod Pocket Room Darkening Curtain – 50″x108″ | 6. European Linen Curtain Cotton Mild Filtering – 48″x108″ | 7. Broadway Curtain – Set of two – 50″x108″ | 8. Linen Cotton Fringed Stripe Trim Curtain, Peach – 50″x108″ | 9. Imaginative and prescient Residence Chambray Blue Pinch Pleated Full Blackout Curtains, Set of two – 40″x108″
My coronary heart belongs to olive inexperienced or Swedish blue curtains for my own residence, however they’re additionally simply so stately with out being overbearing that they’d work virtually anyplace. The khaki-colored ones from The Residence Depot are nice as a result of they’re extra-wide at 100 inches extensive, so that you solely want one panel for all sides for a bigger window or sliding door. One thing like that is additionally nice in case your curtain rod would not want a middle assist and also you wish to have your drawn panels solely off to 1 facet ( look). The blue on the Quince panels (#6) is so good. I really simply noticed a panel of theirs at Jess’ who was testing out a coloration. They’re lined and he or she was impressed with the standard. These terra-cotta velvet panels from Wayfair (#2) are an unimaginable value and well-reviewed, so def examine them out if you happen to’re into earthy neutrals. And #9 is one other pair for beneath $100, although notice the slender width of 40 inches attributable to being pinch pleated.
Additional-Lengthy Readymade Curtains With Sample
As I discussed early on on this publish, I’ve goals of patterned curtains in my front room (those I feel would possibly have the ability to work are beneath…maintain studying). The one problem is that I would like six to eight panels of 108-inch top to cowl my massive sliding glass door. That is A LOT. It may find yourself feeling too visually heavy. Maybe a delicate stripe or windowpane examine can be greatest, however the coronary heart needs what it needs. Obtained a window or two to cowl in the identical room? Go for it! Let me dwell vicarious by you, please.
1. Cotton Woven Stripe Curtain – 50″x108″ | 2. Batik Scallop Edge Curtain, Set of two – 48″x108″ | 3. Pierce & Ward Foliage Stripe Curtain – 48″x108″ | 4. Kyle Cotton Mix Room Darkening Curtain Panel Pair, Set of two – 50″x108″ | 5. Mist Blue & Crisp White Linen Double Pinstripe Blackout Window Curtain Panel – 52″x108″ | 6. Iluka Cotton Lemons Curtain – 50″x108″ | 7. Hyacinth Semi-Sheer Printed Curtain – 50″x108″ | 8. Cotton Printed Tiger Curtain – 50″x108″ | 9. Pierce & Ward Floral Lattice Curtain – 48″x108″
With the patterns on readymade curtains, I most frequently discovered petite florals, stripes, or small-scale block-print-like prints, all of which I really like and would work nice throughout many kinds of rooms. Anthropologie and West Elm lead the pack on choices on this class, and at this dimension for the value level we’re trying to keep beneath, particularly if you discover them on sale. These shops are going to have extra of a curated choice, which I feel could be actually essential for patterns. Retailers like Wayfair can have a TON of issues, and you will have to weed by a number of not-so-optimal trying prints.
For those who can stretch your pockets a bit, Etsy is one in all my favourite locations to seek out curtains comprised of patterned material, however they will value you at the very least twice what you see right here (nonetheless an enormous deal when in comparison with different {custom} retailers). Lemons (#6) can be lovely in a breakfast nook or sunroom, and people impartial tigers (#8) are edgy with out being flashy. Love them.
It is onerous to beat the appeal of that rippled edge on #2 (which all the time promote so effectively once I embody them in a roundup). Two extra Pierce & Ward favorites from West Elm proper now are #3 and #9, the latter of which could possibly be a powerful contender for my own residence. The tones are impartial and the sample would possibly learn as a stripe when all collectively, which I feel could be palatable at this a lot protection. What do you suppose?!?
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Thanks for studying, mates. I understand how paralyzing selecting curtains could be, particularly if it is a huge funding because of the dimension you want, or if you happen to’re making an attempt one thing just a little completely different. However the proper curtains can and can rework your room, that I can promise you.
Opening Picture Credit: Design & Styling by Lea Johnson of Creekwood Hill | Photograph by Sage E Imagery | From: Lea’s Dwelling Room Reveal: Her Pet And Household-Pleasant Open Idea Design Agony SOLVED
