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cleaning tips 07/08/2023

Cleaning and Maintaining Your Net Curtains: Tips and Tricks

Net curtains are a beautiful and functional addition to any home, offering privacy and diffused light while adding an elegant touch to your windows. However, like other household items, they require regular cleaning and maintenance to keep them looking their best. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into effective cleaning methods and essential maintenance tips to ensure your net curtains stay fresh and pristine for years to come. Choosing the Right Cleaning Method: Before you dive into cleaning your net curtains, it’s important to determine the best cleaning method based... Read More

Choosing the Perfect Fabric for Your Curtains: A Comprehensive Guide 28/07/2023

Choosing the Perfect Fabric for Your Curtains: A Comprehensive Guide

When it comes to enhancing the aesthetics of your home, curtains play a crucial role in creating a cosy and stylish ambience. However, with an abundance of fabric options available, selecting the perfect one can be overwhelming. In this comprehensive guide, we will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing curtain fabrics that complement your decor while ensuring practicality. From texture to colour, we’ve got you covered! 1. Understand Your Needs and Style Before delving into fabric options, it’s essential to understand your specific needs and desired... Read More

Fire Retardant curtains 03/07/2023
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Perfect for Business our Fire Retardant Range

Introducing our Fire Retardant range, perfect for professional organisations or businesses looking for sheers, nets and voiles or string curtains, we offer the greatest range of Fire Resistant products, as well as a dedicated and experienced team to guide you through the purchasing process. Our wide range of products conforms to BS5867 Part 2 Type B, which is the contract standard for fire retardant curtains for commercial use. Our most popular fabrics include Opal White Voile Curtain, which is also available in cream. Why should your business opt in for... Read More

Celebrity Inspired curtain decor 07/06/2023

Celebrity homes inspiration: Curtains Edition

When it comes to designing our homes, we often turn to celebrities for inspiration. From fashion to interior design, the rich and famous greatly impact the styles and trends we follow. One area where celebrity homes have made a big impact is in the world of curtains. It’s not hard to see why. Celebrities can access the best designers and decorators, and their homes are often showcased for the latest design trends. From luxurious fabrics to bold patterns, celebrity homes offer a wealth of inspiration for those looking to create... Read More

Shop made to measure curtains 16/05/2023

Why Choose Made to Measure Curtains?

When it comes to adding the finishing touches to your home décor, curtains play an important role in creating an inviting and stylish atmosphere. While ready-made curtains offer convenience, they often fall short of meeting your specific requirements, leaving gaps or excess fabric that disrupt the overall aesthetic. This is where made to measure curtains come to the rescue, offering a perfect fit and customized style that elevates the appeal of any space. Reasons to choose custom curtains When it comes to updating the curtains in your home, choosing made... Read More

31/03/2023

Spring / Summer – Sheer Curtains Trend

Say hello to Spring! The season that fills people with joy and the start of brighter, longer days. With pretty blooms, spring walks, and of course chocolate eggs! We’ve used the natural colours of spring; meadow green, sky blue and warm sunshine combined with soft cascading fabrics that use natural textures and fibres to create blissful blooming curtains. So you can have that Spring feeling inside too! As the weather starts to warm up and the flowers bloom, it’s time to refresh your home decor for the season. Swap out... Read More

Read our blog on using twist and fit tension rod 08/03/2023

Using Twist & Fit Tension Rods on Large Windows

Twist & Fit Tension Rods The Twist & Fit rods are a fabulous product – very easy to use and can be fitted in seconds, making no marks or holes in your window frames. We often get asked whether the larger Twist & Fit tension rods will show any signs of bowing when fitted at large windows.  The answer is yes, unfortunately there may be some bowing on larger windows. The rods are telescopic with a pre-loaded spring, and although they are made of plastic coated steel and are generally... Read More

Trends to look out for this year 27/02/2023

4 Curtain trends to look out for this year.

Choosing the right curtains for your window is something that is a challenge due to the numerous types of fabrics, patterns and colours. Curtain trends are always changing throughout the years and getting the best out of the bunch is very important for longevity. So here are a few tips to look out for when looking for new curtains. 1. New Graphics Using neutral-coloured curtains with bold and unique graphics adds a playful touch, this option tones down the fabric creating a balance between boldness and a minimalistic look. Here... Read More

Shop Vintage style curtains 16/02/2023

Style Inspiration – Shop Vintage Curtains

Vintage Curtains Be inspired by decades gone by with our Vintage style, collecting together Art Deco inspired net curtains and floral period lace to help you get the look in your home. Vintage is a great style that works in any home, because it doesn’t have to be put alongside other vintage pieces, our fantastic range of traditional lace curtains can be added into a modern décor and will fit in perfectly! Whatever your budget or theme of your room, a curtain from our Vintage style will add a touch... Read More

Shop window films and blinds 01/02/2023

Net Curtains Direct: more than just curtains

Net Curtains Direct is not just an online store for net curtains, but for all of your window furnishingneeds. From Blackout curtains to Sheer curtains, to curtain poles and tie backs, to drapealternatives such as Window Films and Blinds.Curtains are a classic way to decorate your windows, but there are many alternatives. Blindsand window films are both easy to install and replace, plus they’re less expensive thancurtains. What options do I have other than curtains You have a variety of curtain alternatives to choose from:  Roller Blinds: Roller blinds are... Read More