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Types Of
Curtains
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There was a time when curtains were used
to serve only two purposes - block the
sunlight from entering your home and
provide your privacy from the neighbors.
However, with the passing time, they
have come to form a very important part
of the overall décor of your house. This
is the reason why people have started
paying more much attention to them.
Before deciding on the curtains that you
want to hang in your house, it is
necessary to explore the basic types and
acquaint yourself with each one of them.
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Go through the following lines and know
the different types of curtains available in the market
today.
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Different Types Of Curtains |
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Voiles:
One of the most
common types of curtains comprise of voiles, which are
characterized by the lightweight material (more often than not,
cotton) used to make them. They perfectly suit the home decor in
tropical countries. One of the main advantages of using these
curtains is that they can be washed easily and require low
maintenance, in terms of time, effort and cost. At the same
time, they can be easily hung on rods and poles,
lending an artistic quality to your home, apart from loads of class
and elegance.
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Blinds:
Yet another popular
option, when it comes to curtains, comprises of blinds. One of the
best features of blinds is that they are available in so many
different options, like vertical or horizontal, roller, Venetian or
blackout, and so on. As for the material used, you can choose from amongst
plastic, wood, faux wood (made of plastic), fabric or even metal
(mainly used in offices). Generally speaking, blinds are made up of
long, separated slats, which can be manipulated with the help of a
string. Blinds are simple to use, easy to clean and also allow you
to control the amount of light that enters your room.
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Shades:
To some an extent,
shades are also like blinds, especially in the context that they can
be manipulated with the help of strings. However, unlike blinds,
shades are made of solid material and do not have the slats. In
other words, shades can only be moved up or down. You can get shades
in a wide range of materials, right from polyethylene fabric (which
lowers the room temperature, while still allowing some light to pass
through) to lace (which can brighten up any room and easily soften
the harsh daylight).
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Beads:
In
case you are looking for something different, in terms of curtains,
why not go for the beaded ones. They help impart a free,
contemporary feel to the overall room décor. On top of that, the
options in which the beads are available is almost unlimited and
usually includes acrylic, shells, bamboo, gemstones, glass, string,
mirror and other natural materials. By picking the right color, type
and design of beads for the curtains, you can complement any type of
motif or design theme in your home. They are moisture-resistant and
can be used in bathrooms as well. |
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