Made to Measure Curtains

Made to measure curtains have a number of advantages over pre-pack shop bought alternatives. They will be sized perfectly for your window, which will lift the overall aesthetics of your room with their precise fit, and will provide better insulation.

You can choose the fabric and design that you like, to match the colour scheme of your room. There are thousands of patterns and colour combinations available from our curtain fitters, so you are virtually guaranteed to find curtains that you'll love.

Curtain linings can be specified if you want more than a basic standard. Opt for blackout linings for ultimate light control and privacy, or a thermal lining to improve insulation and better manage room temperature. Interlining and noise reducing variants can enhance curtain volume, and keep your room quieter.

Custom fitted curtains can cater for any shape of window too, such as Apex or non-rectangular areas.

Fitted curtains are a more sophisticated choice than off-the-shelf, but you'll need to made a few choices when specifying them.

Starting with the more obvious choices, you'll need to choose a curtain fabric, colour and pattern, as well as the type of lining.

You'll typically need to choose from a range of heading styles. Common styles include pencil pleat, eyelet, tab top, pinch pleat and grommet. Each offers a distinct style and functionality, so it's worth understanding the pros and cons as well as the aesthetics of these.

Then there are options for curtain tracks or poles, and matching tiebacks that will hold your curtains open and frame the window nicely. Finally, you'll need to measure up carefully and specify the width and height (or drop) required.

Okay, so you are probably not dressing the windows of the Sydney Opera House, but the Apex or triangular topped window has become a popular trend in modern house builds and very often require made to measure apex curtains to fit them due to their custom nature.

Typically you will have to specify up to five dimensions including one from the top of the apex to the floor or window sill, and the curtain maker will be able to do the rest.

Other window angles, arches or shapes can usually be accommodated too with made to measure curtains, where pre-pack just wouldn't be an option.

A curtain specialist will also be able to advise on suitable tracks for apex curtains, and will cut and shape them so they fall nicely when tied back. Your feature apex window will look stunning when dressed correctly.

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