Be Bespoke with Made to Measure Curtains
It’s all very well to snap up the latest deals at Ikea and Argos on ready-made curtains – but then you rush home with them to find they don’t fit your window! Usually, one of two things happens next; either you take them back, you spend ages hemming them yourself to ensure they’ll fit, or you pay a seamstress to adjust them for you, which could cost quite a bit of money! Why not take a different route to shopping for new curtains for your home and be bespoke? Made to measure curtains don’t cost as much as you might think, so whether you decide to buy them for every room of your home or just the rooms you spend most time in, such as the lounge and bedroom, they’re a great investment. Take a few minutes to read our guide to made to measure curtains and see if they’re the right choice for your home.
Choice of Fabrics
One of the key things to think about when looking to have curtains made to measure is your fabric. Most curtain companies will offer their own range of fabrics, and this can be quite extensive, but if you have your heart set on a specific design or have already sourced your own fabric, you’ll find many companies will be happy to use this for you. You’ll have a huge range of fabrics to choose from, with many websites offering discounted and cut price fabrics, so you could pick a different one for each room of the house!
Measure your Windows
Many made to measure curtains companies will be happy to offer you guidelines on how to measure your window – some companies will do it differently from others, and some may even come out to your home to take the exact measurements, although you can expect to pay more for this service! Windows can be tricky to measure, particularly if they are an irregular shape, such as bay windows, and it’s vital to get the correct measurements from the start, to ensure that you don’t waste time and money with unnecessary quantities of fabric. By measuring your windows correctly, you can also work out accurately how much your made to measure curtains are going to cost!
Pricing
Whilst it’s true that made to measure curtains can be expensive, if you shop around and get quotes from 2 – 3 different suppliers, you can usually negotiate a good deal, particularly if you’re buying several pairs of curtains at once. Remember that you’re paying for the time and expertise taken to craft a bespoke pair of curtains – they’ll be unique, so they’re worth paying a bit more for!
Bespoke curtains are a great option for anyone looking for an unusual design, irregular sized or shaped curtains or just something a bit different for their home.
