Changing your curtains is one of the easiest ways to refresh a room. They soften hard edges, add colour and texture, and quietly set the mood of a space. Still, with so many options – fabric, length, hanging style – choosing the right pair can feel surprisingly overwhelming. To make things easier, we’ve rounded up five key things to consider, so you can dress your windows and pick the perfect curtains with confidence.
Track or pole?
Before anything else, think about how your curtains will hang. Curtains can be fitted to a track, where hidden hooks glide smoothly along, or to a pole for a more relaxed finish. It really comes down to what suits your space and your personal style.
Our linen blend curtains are designed with concealed loops, so they slip straight onto a pole with minimal effort. The result is easy, fuss-free curtains with a seamless look – no extra hardware required.
Measure (and then measure again)
Few things take the joy out of new curtains faster than realising they don’t quite fit. Before ordering, grab a tape measure and check the distance from the pole to where you’d like your curtains to fall. Remember to account for any loops or hanging details included in the length. Our curtains come in two lengths (138cm and 230cm), both including an 8cm concealed loop at the top.
Once the length is sorted, it’s time to measure the width. Curtains are typically sold as a pair, so you’ll want to make sure the combined width comfortably covers your window. A little extra fabric goes a long way here – generous curtains create a softer drape and are easier to close. Each of our individual curtains measures 145cm wide (290cm per pair).
Sheer or blackout?
Light plays a powerful role in how a room feels, so it’s worth considering how much you’d like to let in. Our curtains sit on the sheer end of the spectrum – perfect if you love natural light, soft movement, and a little privacy without shutting the world out completely.
Darker tones, like our Pine Green Pembroke Stripe, offer more light protection, while lighter hues such as White or Oatmeal gently filter sunlight and instantly brighten a space. If sleep is your priority, pairing sheer curtains with a blackout blind offers the best of both worlds.
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The finishing touches
Your curtains have arrived! It’s now time to hang them and let them settle into place. Any creases from packing can be smoothed out with a gentle iron before hanging, or a handheld steamer once they’re up. Alternatively, let gravity do its work – most creases will relax naturally over a few days.
Caring for your curtains
Woven from 55% European linen and 45% long-staple cotton, our linen blend curtains are designed for everyday living. Low-maintenance by nature, they only need an occasional wash to stay fresh and dust-free.
Remove from the pole and machine wash at 40°C, ideally on their own, or with similar colours if not. Air drying will help avoid heavy creasing, though tumble drying is also suitable. For more detailed care advice, read our full linen care guide – it applies to curtains too!
Read more: A Complete Guide to Washing Linen Bedding
Designed to sit effortlessly alongside the rest of our collections – from linen bedding and throws to tablecloths and runners – our curtains bring a sense of cohesion, calm and considered comfort to every corner of the home.
