Velvet and silk are perfect for curtain materials and soft furnishings such as cushions and throws.  Cotton based curtain materials in light colours such as green, yellow and white allow light into a room where you need it most like a living area or lounge, whereas materials such as velvet in deeper colours like red and purple act as black outs for rooms such as bedrooms, where plenty of light is less important. Velvet and silk are heavy materials. Be careful when choosing curtain fabric for small room as these materials can make a small room look smaller. Floor length curtains can create a focal point in a room giving a more elaborate or dramatic look. Some curtains can be fitted within the window ledge to give less impact. Curtains fitted outside the window ledge can be long enough to just cover the window frame creating a more cosy effect.

Curtains are the traditional way of dressing windows and come in a variety of styles. A wide range of fabrics can give an endless number of effects to fit in with every type of decor and lifestyle. Adding a lining to curtains enhances the look and can also extend the life of Curtain fabrics by protecting the face fabric from sunlight. There are a number of Curtain fabric linings to choose from depending on the location of the window. For example blackout lining for bedrooms and thermal lining for living rooms. You can also match the material and/or colour of the curtain fabrics to your soft furnishings and upholstery fabric.