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Designs by Room Type

Changing up your window coverings is an easy way to transform a space. Draperies become a dominant element in the room's design through different curtain fabrics, styles, and how they are hung.

  • With the right bedroom curtain idea, you’ll have plenty of sweet dreams.
  • For living spaces, draperies give first impressions of your home’s overall personality.
  • Do your kitchen windows look bare? Take a look at our stylish answers to that problem.
  • Your home office reflects who you are and should create an atmosphere of professionalism.
  • Outdoor curtains turn an outdoor space into a room – and can even inspire your neighbors’ envy.

Design Ideas by Window Type

Our drapery experts can assist you in creating some of the most stunning window arrangements you have ever seen! Do you have a window you just can’t figure out how to treat? We can tackle any window shape possible. Don’t let these unusual windows scare you because our expert advice will help you find draperies to suit every type in your home. Additionally, our installation team is on call and professionally measures and installs all types of window treatments.

Arches, angles, and circle windows

Unusually shaped windows are often used to add elegance to a room. Finding the perfect solution to add privacy, insulation, and light control can be challenging. Our team has solutions to solve all these challenges. Some of your choices include window shades, honeycomb shades, and hardwood shutters. We can also treat hexagon, octagon, and oval-shaped windows.

Bay, corner, and bow windows

These beautiful features can do a lot for a flat wall and add square footage for seating or decoration. We’ll help you find the perfect solution to cover them. Window treatment options include shades, Roman shades, and woven wood shades.

French doors

Many window treatments can be used on French doors, and factors such as easy access to door handles, window cranks, and levers should be considered. Choose from options including honeycomb shades, Roman shades, and hybrid shutters.

Sidelight windows

Long, narrow windows on the sides of your front door shouldn’t be overlooked. We offer excellent options to give your entryway a classy look while providing privacy.

Wide windows

Windows with a width greater than four inches are considered wide. This includes full-wall windows. It’s essential to take privacy and light blocking into account. Panel tracks or roller shades are great options.

Sliding glass doors

The right window treatments allow you to open and shut your sliding glass door without hassle. Sliding glass doors are often not energy-efficient, so you want a window treatment with added insulation. Panel tracks work well.

High ceiling and tall windows

Windows close to your ceiling can prove challenging to outfit with window treatments. Automated shades are a good option, so you don’t have to climb a ladder to open and close them.

Eyebrow windows

Curved windows often positioned above rectangular windows need perfect treatments. Plantation shutters can be custom-made to fit in your eyebrow window frame.

Casement windows

The unique way these windows open and shut means they need special window coverings. Shades are excellent options. Cellular and Roman shades can also do the job.

Design Ideas by Fabric Type

We use only the finest fabrics of the highest possible grade to create our draperies: everything from luxurious linens to casual cotton and elegant taffetas and silks. Our drapery experts help you select the perfect match for your home. You can opt for sheer or lightweight fabrics for a more relaxed look. A heavier material such as velvet or brocade may suit your room for formal window coverings. Breezy sheers let light in but still maintain privacy. Heavier drapes can add some drama to a room. We’ll share options, and you choose what feels like home. Many clients bring in paint swatches, pillows, rugs, or cushions, and we guide them to unique patterns and colors that coordinate beautifully. Learn more about some of the types of drapery fabrics you can select from:

Cotton

A classic choice for draperies, cotton is versatile and can achieve a range of styles. Cotton provides a crisp, clean feel to suit both modern and traditional styles. Cotton curtains should be appropriately lined because the fabric is so light. Cotton curtains with a tight weave or that are well-lined are more effective at blocking sunlight in a bright room.
Nothing says luxury like silk. Silk draperies are aesthetically pleasing, but you should consider their functionality. Silk is relatively heavy, so it drapes well and looks romantic in bedrooms and formal dining rooms. Silk is susceptible to sun damage and is dry clean only. When using silk in a room with lots of natural light, you should protect it with a roller blind underneath or a lighter-colored panel for the lining.
This natural fiber creates an airy, casual, and relaxed look. Linen is a great fabric if you like curtains that pool on the floor. Linen is dry clean only and isn’t very effective at blocking sunlight.

Polyester

 A common choice for draperies, polyester is affordable, durable, and easy to care for. It doesn’t stretch, shrink, or wrinkle easily and is perfect for bedrooms and living areas. Polyester should be avoided in the kitchen because it absorbs odors and is flammable.
Add glamour and richness to a room with velvet drapes. This thick, heavy fabric can block light, sound, and cold air. Velvet drapes give any room a regal look and can be made of natural or synthetic fibers.

Acrylic

This lightweight fabric has a similar texture to wool. Acrylic drapes hang beautifully and can provide insulation as well. Acrylic is hypoallergenic and resistant to mold and mildew.

Rayon

This soft, strong, and breathable fabric can be woven with natural fibers to obtain a variety of textures.

Lace

If you’re looking for a traditional and romantic option, lace curtains may be just what you need. Lace can provide privacy while diffusing natural light. It’s available in neutral shades to complement any color scheme in your home.

Voile

This crisp, open-weave fabric gathers and drapes well to create a light and airy ambiance while offering a high level of privacy.

Design Ideas for Fabric Shades, Valances, and Toppers

Black-out shades keep a room dark when the sun rises before you do. Roman shades are an elegant solution for light control and design. From modern to traditional, shades are timeless and come in various styles for all window sizes. We only use the highest quality state-of-the-art head rail systems, and all our shades meet child and pet safety regulations. The Great Curtain Company offers various custom top treatments, from flowing swags to simple valances in every style. Bring an inspirational photo or browse our showroom sketchbooks to find the ultimate treatment for your home’s windows.

Why Should You Choose The Great Curtain Company?

It’s all in the details, of course, and nothing is spared in our superior construction, ensuring your draperies will measure up to the highest tailoring standards. Few curtain companies in the industry carry as many drapery styles and curtain fabrics as we do. Our people are the best: we have a network including some of the most revered American Curtain Designers (which happen to be located right here in Texas!). Our relationship with these renowned curtain-makers helps save time and money. Many companies offering this pricing level rarely run special discounts or promotions, but we’re not like other companies. Getting you the best price for your new draperies and seeing how much you love them is what makes us happy. Contact us today or stop in to see our showroom for yourself.
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