Most people arrange their curtains to meet a number of requirements, including controlling the light, creating privacy, softening windows, providing insulation and enhancing the décor of the room. Arranging the drapes so that they meet as many of these applications as possible can quite a challenging task; fortunately, we can walk you through the process.
Step 1: Thoroughly clean the window, inside and out. The glass is known to develop a film of dirt that reduces the amount of light permitted to enter the room and can also detract from the appearance of the curtains.
Step 2: Hang your curtains so that they are level and the rod is secure. It is of the utmost importance that the rod be properly mounted, as this will ensure it can carry the weight of the drapes and avoid sagging or breaking.
Step 3: For windows in hard to reach places or in locations where privacy is not of concern, arrange the drapes in a fixed position. They are often held in place using tiebacks, the rods aren’t visible and the pleats are even.
Step 4: For windows that you will open and close regularly, arrange the curtains so that the rod functions well. Test the cords to make sure that the overlapping portions do not touch and that the drapery pins are positioned nicely.
Step 5: If you need to, adjust any surrounding furniture so that they aren’t touching. The curtains should break just on the floor surface, which means that the hem should touch the ground the fabric should bend slightly.
Step 6: Once the curtains have been installed, you can place any scarf and swag treatments. Arrange the flow of the swag to complement and hide the top of the drapes; they will often use a different colour to add depth.
When it comes to arranging your curtains, make sure that you do so based on a list of your personal priorities for that particular window. This is because each window has different needs (a dining room will not need as much privacy as a bedroom, for example). Listing your priorities will be able to ensure that most of them are met with your arrangement.
