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Sheer curtains are an investment that provides softness and elegance by diffusing natural light. The lightweight fabric allows light to enter the room while protecting your privacy during the daytime.
Pairing sheer curtains with heavier drapes can add a romantic feel to a room. Blackout drapes also make it easy to darken any room, as needed. Whether you choose opulent drapes or modern blackout curtains, the addition of sheer curtains can elevate any room.
Perfect your home with sheer curtains from iSeekBlinds. When you choose your fabric and mounting option, we will send your custom-made curtains ready for DIY installation.
Combining sheer curtains with thicker drapes helps to insulate a room. Multiple layers of fabric create air pockets that trap warm or cool air. Layering curtains will help to keep your room cooler in summer and warmer in winter, so you get more benefit from your heating and cooling systems.
Layering sheer curtains with blackout curtains or drapes will ensure that the room stays private when you open the drapes to allow sunlight through. Our double curtain track makes it easy to layer these two styles of curtains together.
When you know the right steps, hanging sheer curtains behind drapes is easy.
Before you can hang your curtains, you need to choose the style, measure the window, and ensure that the sheer fabric highlights the room in an advantageous way.
Sheer curtains from iSeekBlinds come with a minimum of 200% fullness and s-fold hanging style. The curtains are custom-made to fit your window with the tracks included, so you are ready to install them right away.
Sheer curtains are usually closed throughout the day when drapes are pulled open, so it is the sheer curtains you will be looking at most of the time.
TIP: Sheer curtains are the most visible curtains, so choose a fabric style that complements your decor and colour scheme.
Drapes (blockout curtains) are usually thick fabric, often lined to add an extra layer of light blocking and insulation. Drapes should generally run along on a separate row of curtain tracks to sheer curtains. Using a second curtain track allows enough space for the sheer curtains to hang between the drapes and the window.
When choosing the fabric, consider which colours match best with your sheer curtains. For inspiration, you can browse our photo gallery. Pick out the curtain styles that you like best before ordering your curtains.
You can mount sheer curtains and drapes directly onto the wall above the window or the ceiling. It will depend on the style of window treatment that you want to achieve.
When layering curtains, both layers will be mounted in the same way, with space to allow each layer to open and close independently.
At iSeekBlinds, you can order double curtains which come supplied with a double curtain track, to make measuring and installing your double curtains easy.
Our recommended mounting style is ceiling mounting your double curtain tracks. Our double S-fold tracks give curtains an elegant drop that will set high-quality fabrics to advantage in any lighting.
Our curtains and curtain tracks come with detailed instructions on how to install them, but we also have handy how-to videos to show you how to install your curtains. Brackets should be spaced around 600mm apart to ensure the curtain rail is attached securely to the wall or ceiling.
TIP: Lighter curtains can have brackets spaced a little further apart, whilst heavier curtains will need brackets spaced closer together.
If you are a visual learner or want more guidance, I show you how to install your sheer curtains and drapes in this handy video.
You can frame your window space elegantly with a classic vintage style using ties to hold back drapes. Instead of opening the curtains fully along the curtain rail, this allows the fabric to drape around the window to form a styled frame.
It’s easy to install ties. Here’s a quick guide:
Sheer curtains have traditionally been placed closer to the window, with heavier drapes closer to the living spaces. However, to maintain the softness of sheer curtains once the drapes are closed, you may place sheer curtains in front of the drapes. This arrangement may help thick fabric curtains to keep the room warmer as well.
It all depends on the sheer fabric chosen for your curtains and the style you prefer. Before arranging sheer curtains in front of heavier drapes, make sure that the lighter cloth looks good when placed over the heavier curtain fabric. You can do this during the planning phase when you order your free fabric samples from us.
After some time, curtains and drapes need cleaning. Regular cleaning ensures they stay in good condition for longer, adding value to your home. Cleaning of curtain fabric is straightforward, depending on your chosen fabric type. Our article ‘How to clean sheer curtains‘ explains in detail how to clean your sheer curtains to keep them looking fresh.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
Many people go shopping for curtains without much thought of how their curtains will need to be hung.
It’s important to know that the type of curtains you choose influences whether you’ll need curtain tracks to suspend them. Depending on the style of the curtain and the choice of fabric, curtain tracks may provide you with much needed function and design versatility.
Highly decorative, practical, and capable of suspending heavy drapes or pleated curtains, tracks allow for greater flexibility and ease when it comes to upgrading your window.
Here, we will explain what curtain tracks are and why you might need them.
iSeekBlinds provides custom-made curtain tracks with all our custom-made curtains to make DIY curtain installation easy
Curtain tracks permit drapes to be drawn using a tracking mechanism. Unlike curtain rods – which is simply a pole fed through curtain rings – curtain tracks use an internal tracking system with clip-on gliders to attach the curtain and feed it through when opening and closing. This tracking system is completely hidden from view and can operate cordless, corded, or motorised curtains.
Tracks can be mounted to walls and ceilings as well as behind decorative fixtures such as a valance or pelmet. This allows for greater flexibility in achieving different design goals or accommodating different window sizes.
Available in plastic or metal finishes, curtain tracks are adaptable to any type of room or interior design and give a more modern-looking aesthetic
Tracks are primarily used to hang and draw curtains that have heading tape. For this reason, you can’t use tab top or eyelet curtains with a tracking system, as these styles must be hung by a pole or rod.
The type of curtains that do require or benefit from curtain tracks include:
When choosing your curtain style, you need to be mindful of the type of tracking you need. There are different types available depending on the size of your window, the weight and style of your curtain, and whether you want to layer sheers behind your curtains.
If you want your curtains to make a statement – and not your curtain hardware – then curtain tracks are a perfect choice. Curtain tracks keep your window hardware invisible, putting the attention on the curtains themselves.
The main benefits of using curtain tracks, aside from its minimalist profile, include:
Since most curtain rods are made of two pieces to facilitate a longer window, they often leave a bump or a seam where curtains can get stuck. With curtain tracks, drawing drapes is smooth and seamless and can be easily opened or closed along the entire length of the window without getting caught.
Curtain tracks are supported with brackets and other hardware mounted to a wall or ceiling, allowing for greater durability. Because of this, long and heavy fabrics or drapery can be supported without the tracks ever bending or collapsing under weight (something you might get with curtain rods).
Curtain tracks provide much-needed versatility and flexibility, especially when dealing with windows of irregular shapes such as bay or corner windows. They can also be used for other drapery purposes, such as for use as a room divider or as a door.
Curtain tracks can be easily bent to shape and are a great choice for DIY decorators as they allow curtains to be hung and configured any way desired.
When you purchase new curtains from iSeekBlinds, we provide you with custom curtain tracks made specifically for you. You can design them to suit any size window or room configuration, including corner windows and wide window/door combinations.
When ordering your curtains from iSeekBlinds, simply enter in the width of your overall track, select how it will be mounted (wall or ceiling), choose your curtain track style and colour, and select your opening type and wand size. We will take it from there.
There are a variety of different installation methods for curtain tracks. We make the process easy by giving you step-by-step videos to help you install your tracks at home.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
Installing your own custom made curtains will give you the flexibility to choose the exact result and achieve the ambience you desire for every room in your home. Plus, it’s one of the easiest ways to give any room a fresh look and feel!
Adding sheer curtains provides privacy during the daytime and gives a sense of softness to your bedrooms and living areas. Sheer curtains add elegance and soft touches to rooms where you might use roller blinds at night time.
If you are looking for options to block out the cold of winter, then blackout curtains or thick fabrics are suitable. Blackout curtains are also ideal for shift workers or anyone needing to rest in darkness during daylight hours.
Want to give your home grace with the right set of curtains? iSeekBlinds have a range of curtain fabrics and custom-made curtains you can hang with a perfect fit.
You can either source your own fabric and sew your own curtain, or better still, order your custom-made curtains from us and install them yourself — it all depends on your DIY confidence!
Once you’ve selected the fabric for the curtains, you’re ready to measure your window space. Using these measurements, you will calculate the final curtain size.
Whether you are installing sheer curtains, blackout curtains or thick curtains to darken a room, you can take the measurements yourself to ensure that you get the result you desire.
Grab a tape measure to get started! The steps below can guide you, or you can watch our How to Measure videos on our website here, or on our YouTube channel for specific instructions on our Australian-made, custom curtains.
If you’re sewing your own curtains, the width of the curtains will be determined by:
Generally speaking, fuller curtains will be more luxurious and suit most living areas. For kids’ bedrooms, you might use a less full curtain.
If sewing yourself, it’s better to get more fabric than you think you’ll need than to end up with inadequate curtains, so err on the side of generosity if you are unsure. For a fuller curtain, the fabric width you’ll need is 2.5 times the finished curtain width. For a less full curtain, it’s 1.5 times the finished curtain width.
An S-fold curtain style is the most common style for both sheer and blackout curtains and the one that we make here at iSeekBlinds.
For narrower windows, a single panel of fabric will cover the window. Broader windows may benefit from curtains with multiple panels. Panels allow the curtains to open for access to the window.
Curtains don’t have to open at the centre of the window. An asymmetric split may suit the window better.
Make sure that you include the split position in your curtain measurements when you place an order.
When sewing your own curtains, the total curtain fabric length depends on whether you intend to hem the curtain, how large the hem will be, and the drop effect.
The curtain drop effect describes how the curtain interacts surface below, usually the floor or window sill. There are three common drop styles:
When measuring the curtain height, you must include the distance to the top of the curtain track. Measure from the top of the curtain track or rail to the place where the curtains will finish.
When measuring curtains for a new or renovated home, ensure the floor coverings are in place before measuring the curtain drop.
For curtains that hang within the window frame, allow about 10mm for the finished length above the windowsill. Remember to allow enough fabric length to hem the curtains if that is the final look you want.
Curtains that hang below the window but don’t reach the floor will generally fall about 100mm below the base of the window.
TIP: Mounting the curtain track above the window space creates a sense of height and adds an expansive feel to any room
When hanging adjacent curtain panels — for broad windows in particular — you’ll want any pattern on the fabric to align between each fabric section.
To ensure alignment of the pattern in each curtain, you will need to know the pattern height. If you are buying the fabric online, the pattern height should be in the fabric product information.
Ensure that the total height of the curtain fabric is a multiple of the pattern height. To do this, round up your curtain height measurement to a multiple of the pattern height.
You won’t need this step if you are mounting curtains with a plain fabric.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
If you’ve recently redecorated or you’re just craving a refresh, installing new curtains is one of the best ways to bring life and light into a room.
Whether you want to refresh a bedroom or living space, updating your curtains is a task you can do all by yourself. To get you started with planning, here are some top ideas on how to update curtains. These seven thought-starters can inspire you to create the window treatment that best suits your home and lifestyle.
Ready to update your curtains? iSeekBlinds make it easy with custom-made Australian curtains that are simple to install. Measure your windows and place an order to receive curtains that are ready to install.
In the cooler months, you’ll likely want to enjoy the natural light that comes through your windows. Sheer curtains can add a touch of elegance and privacy whilst allowing natural light to fill each room.
Sheer curtains come in a range of fabrics and styles. Layering sheers with your blinds or thicker curtains helps to enhance the energy efficiency of a room. Sheer curtains will add softness by diffusing natural light.
Sheer curtains can be paired with your existing roller blinds or blockout curtains. You can measure your windows and order custom-manufactured sheer curtains from iSeekBlinds that are ready for DIY installation. Check out our handy DIY guides here.
Roller blinds are a space-saving alternative to heavy block-out curtains. If you’ve got old, heavy curtains that intrude into the room and collect dust, replacing these with roller blinds can create a modern, allergy-free window treatment.
Installing roller blinds in newly built or established homes has many benefits. The blinds are easy to maintain and will sit flush against the window. In Australia, roller blinds are also an effective way to keep out the heat on a scorching summer day.
Roller blinds can block the light or act as a filter for harmful UV rays, reducing the intensity of the mid-summer sun while allowing natural light to enter your home.
You can install roller blinds yourself using our DIY guides. There are roller blinds made for inside or outside of the window, so you can choose the option that best suits you.
When choosing fabric for your roller blinds, your health is important, too. All of our fabrics provide sun protection without releasing harmful chemicals when the sun hits the roller blinds each day.
Blockout curtains are perfect for bedrooms or formal living areas, where you want to keep warmth in and provide a comforting aura.
One key advantage of using blockout curtains is that they improve the energy efficiency of your home. Thick, lined curtains also absorb sound, so your environment is more peaceful.
Choose a fabric to match your decor and mount blockout curtains from the ceiling or wall, according to what best suits the room.
What is more luxurious than waking up and saying ‘Hey Alexa, open the blinds’? Curtains and blinds alike can be motorised so that you can enjoy the morning sun without even getting up.
To automate your curtains, they must have motorised tracks. You can upgrade your existing roller blinds to motorised blinds with our easy retrofit process, or you can order motorised blinds when ordering new curtains or blinds.
When you think of sheer curtains, you may think of your Grandma’s white lace curtains. But sheer curtains come in contemporary styles, too. Playing with colour is one way to bring a modern look to any room.
Light-coloured sheers are perfect for small rooms. When mounted from the ceiling, sheer curtains will add a sense of expansiveness to any space. For larger rooms like an open plan living space, dark sheers can make a striking statement.
Dark sheers hung with an S-fold style are elegant and contemporary. You can browse our gallery for inspiration on how to bring this modern look into your home.
As your lifestyle changes, the style of curtains that best suits your home may evolve. If you have pets or young children, curtains or blinds made from durable fabrics that extend to the window ledge are more suitable. At this stage of your life, it makes sense to take a practical approach to window treatment with styles that serve their purpose and don’t intrude.
In a room designed just for adults, exploring delicate fabrics and floor-length curtains can bring elegance. Updating curtains as your life changes is one way to celebrate the evolution of your life over time. It’s all about making a space that’s perfectly suited for you and your family to enjoy.
Before committing to a change, you can start the planning process by ordering free fabric samples so you can see and feel the different available fabric options
Ceiling mounted curtains are a modern window treatment that increases the visual perspective of any room. Sheer curtains or block out curtains can be ceiling mounted to enhance the sense of space within a room. This modern look is achievable for anyone.
Updating your curtains may seem like a daunting task, but the results will be worth it. And just because you’re doing it yourself doesn’t mean you have to go it alone.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
Not a fan of light peeking through the edges of your roller blinds? You’re not alone!
A key concern that many of our customers have is whether their blinds are going to provide the kind of sun protection and light elimination they are craving. Blinds are not like curtains, in that your blinds only cover the specific rectangle they are cut to – so there is a risk that you may have some light spilling around the sides of your blinds.
We have been helping our customers measure, order, and install their blackout blinds in Melbourne, Victoria, and across Australia for long enough to have a few tricks up our sleeve about how to keep the sun and light out. Read on for tips and tricks to keep the light from coming in around the sides of your blinds for a better night’s sleep. Then, if you would like to DIY your own blinds, fit for your specific need, then take a look at our range.
A simple but effective way to keep the sunlight from coming in the side of your blinds is to place a set of blockout curtains over the top of your blinds. This handy combination not only works a treat to keep the sunlight from streaming through the sides of your blinds but helps with insulation, and looks great too!
Installing curtains to cover the side of your blinds is as simple as taking a look at our curtain fabrics and learning how to measure. If you have specific questions, we can advise you on your options and figure out what will work best for your home. Just contact us for help.
Blackout blinds are by their very nature designed to keep maximum light out. When we have customers who want to keep the maximum amount of light out of their homes, we recommend outside-mounted blackout blinds for the ultimate in light reduction.
Outside-mounting means the blind is installed across the front of the window, rather than inside the recess. This effectively prevents light gaps at the edges of your blind. Our blinds are completely customisable by you, so you have ultimate control over how they will look and work. For example, do you want single or double roller blackout blinds? Do you want to operate your blinds with a chain drive or – for the ultimate in luxury – motorised blinds?
Whatever configuration you end up opting for, outside-mounted roller blinds are a highly effective way to stop light from coming through the side of the blinds. Our team is available for extra guidance, or you can see our how-to guides here.
A simple ‘hack’ that stops light from coming in the side of your roller blinds is to install light blocker strips on your windows.
These simple strips are especially handy if you have inside-mounted roller blinds as they sit on the sides of your windows and block the light gaps. If you have installed your blinds and found that you have a slight gap letting light in, a light blocker strip may be the simple answer you are looking for. You can usually find these in hardware stores or online.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
Rentals can often feel impersonal and cold, with few options for making the apartment or house feel like home while you are living there. But renting shouldn’t mean sacrificing privacy, or having a darkened room to sleep in. Whether it’s a short term stay or a long term rental, you want to feel comfortable in your space.
One way you can add ambience to a rental property is by installing temporary curtains or blinds. With no drilling required, you can remove them and take them with you when you move on without leaving a trace. Or, if your landlord permits you to make improvements in your rental, you can help the owner to save costs with DIY curtains and roller blinds from iSeekBlinds.
Here are a few ideas you can use to hang curtains or blinds and make any rental feel more like home.
Temporary blinds provide a simple solution for a bare window. Blinds offer a modern, contemporary look, and unlike standard blinds, you can take these down when you move.
Temporary blinds are inexpensive, easy to install and often made from high-quality paper that you can install yourself. They are also an ideal solution to cover your windows when waiting for your custom-made Curtains, Blinds or Plantation Shutters too!
Black temporary blinds will provide privacy and room darkening, making them ideal for bedrooms; and white temporary blinds will filter the light whilst providing daytime privacy.
You won’t need tools to install them. All you need to do is cut the blinds to size and mount them to your window, avoiding any water-based paint surfaces. For large windows, two blinds can overlap to provide full coverage.
When you no longer need the blinds, you can recycle them or pack them up and take them to your next property.
A tension rod means you can hang curtains without worrying about drilling into the wall. A tension rod sits inside the window architrave or between two walls and relies on tension from a spring inside the rod to hold it in place.
Tension rods are a subtle and elegant way to complete the look of your room with sheer curtains that look natural. There’s the option to place the curtain rod high in the window for maximum coverage.
Placing a tension rod lower in the window gives a ‘country curtain’ style coverage, perfect for letting natural light into the room whilst still providing privacy in the kitchen or bathroom.
The limitation with a tension rod is that it can’t usually support heavier drapes. You can still hang blackout curtains if you select lighter fabrics with a total curtain weight under 3kg.
Command hooks are another removable option for hanging curtains. These hooks come in different colours and weight ratings, so you can choose a pair of hooks that suit the curtains.
Once the hooks are mounted, you can mount tab top or eyelet curtains on a piece of dowel suspended between the hooks or invest in a curtain rod.
When choosing the curtain rod, remember to be mindful of the weight. A lighter rod will be less likely to tip the total weight over the capacity of the hooks.
A twist-and-fit curtain rod is like a tension rod, but it looks like a regular curtain rail. Twist and fit rods sit inside the window architrave, and you won’t need any tools to install them.
The advantage of twist-and-fit curtain rods is the variety of options. You can select the colour, size and finish to achieve a homey, complete look.
High-end twist-and-fit curtain rods can also hold heavier curtains, allowing you to hang drapes or blackout curtains safely without using a drill.
Now you have options for making a rental your own and getting privacy. Which window treatment are you going to use?
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
Mike Gubby.
In this post, I’m going to show you how you can use layers of curtains, to add softness and luxury to any home. Whether you love the vintage style of lace curtains and heavy drapes or prefer a striking modern look, there many curtain layering combinations to consider.
Dark sheers over blackout curtains are one modern style that you may have seen trending on Instagram. Another popular style is layering neutral fabrics for a bohemian vibe. To inspire you, here are some of the creative ways you can combine sheer and blackout curtains.
Whatever your style, you can find the fabrics and advice to achieve the look you want with iSeekBlinds custom made curtains.
Placing sheer curtains close to the window glass and blackout curtains towards the inside of the room allows for privacy during daylight and darker hours.
During the daytime, opening blackout curtains will allow natural light to flow into the room. Sheer curtains can remain closed as these transparent fabrics allow light to enter, softening the harsh sunlight in the summer months. In the cooler months, you may open sheer curtains to allow maximum light to fill the room.
In the evening, you can maintain privacy and warmth by closing the blackout curtains.
Sheer curtains and blockout curtains can be hung as single or multiple panels. Two panels create traditional centre-opening curtains, multiple panels can be free-floating and move along the track to where you want them to sit, whereas one single curtain will gather on one side when open.
Blockout curtains can help improve sleep, but you may prefer the visual softness of sheer curtains facing the inside of a room. This modern curtain layering style is perfect when you want a contemporary twist on a traditional window treatment. This is also the favoured option of the iSeekBlinds team as it allows our beautiful sheer curtain fabrics to really shine!
Bringing sheer curtains to the inside is an elegant way to soften any room’s decor. S-fold sheer curtains can be allowed to hang to the floor, or you may drape curtains back with ties for a more theatrical and romantic effect.
Mounting curtains from the ceiling adds a sense of height to the room while enhancing elegance with smooth visual lines. Ceiling-mounted curtains can open on the left, right, and centre, or be free-floating, to suit your room and style.
If you want both curtain layers to move freely and independently, mounting S-fold curtains on separate tracks is most effective. Our curtain tracks have a small profile that blends seamlessly with the ceiling, hiding the brackets for an elegant finish.
Wall-mounted curtains are attached to the wall directly above the window. Different bracket lengths ensure that sheer curtains and blackout curtains can both move freely.
Wall-mounted curtains often have a centre opening, but you could also use a left-hand or right-hand stack, or free-floating curtains, to suit the layout of the room you are decorating.
For added modernisation, you can choose motorised curtain tracks. Motorised curtain tracks allow the curtains to be opened at a distance, even when you are still in bed.
This style of curtain track is ideal for blackout curtains. Imagine being able to set a timer so that the curtains open automatically, allowing light into the room for a natural awakening — no alarm necessary!
You may choose to mount both curtain layers on motorised tracks or mount sheer curtains on hand-operated tracks and blackout curtains on motorised rails
Before ordering sheer and blackout curtains for layering, you will need to plan the curtain length. The total length of the curtain is known as the ‘drop’. The drop is the length of the curtain from the curtain tracks at the top to the floor.
When layering sheer curtains with heavier drapes, the lighter fabric can fall slightly shorter than the heavier fabric to maintain movement. For example, if your sheer curtains are measured to hover just above the floor, your blackout curtains might lightly touch the flooring.
Sheer curtains mounted over blackout curtains will look elegant with a longer length. While blackout curtains might hover or barely touch the floor, sheers facing into the room may break gently to provide a sense of luxury.
Ultimately the choice is yours – you can make them the same drop, or one longer, it’s totally up to you — with custom-made curtains, you can achieve the exact look you are after.
You can find instructions on exactly how to measure for sheer and blackout curtains, and our founder Mike has prepared video demonstrations for each step to guide you on your DIY journey!
Combining sheer curtains with blackout curtains has many advantages. Here are just a few:
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a bedroom that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
Thanks for reading!
Cheers,
If you are looking for an easy and cost-effective way to keep your home warm in the colder months, you might want to consider curtains. While there is a slew of home improvements you can make to enhance the warmth of your home, such as double-glazed windows and insulation, the perfect solution can be as simple as investing in some quality curtains. Plus, curtains have the added benefit of being an attractive addition to your home, as well as adding value.
Do curtains keep you warm in your home? Read on to find out — and then explore our range of high-quality, Australian-made curtains to choose your perfect fit.
Unless you already have double glazing or some kind of insulating film on your windows, there will likely be a fair bit of heat transfer taking place through the glass. What this means is that plenty of the warmth within your home will be lost as it comes into contact with the chill of the outside via your windows. You can protect against this happening with a very simple solution: curtains!
At iSeekBlinds we offer a range of curtains and blinds, with a range of fabric options available.
An option for customers who are looking for added insulation is to double up on the curtains in their home. For example, you may already have sheer curtains in part of your home.
When you are looking to enhance the insulating properties of your home, it helps to ensure that your curtains fit your windows well. Take measurements of your windows and ensure that you have got the size of your windows just right.
When you choose iSeekBlinds you are choosing high-quality and affordable curtain options which make getting the perfect curtains for your home, easy. We have a range of instructional material on how to install your curtains including these guides:
We are also available to help you with any questions you may have and are happy to chat about your options.
Winter in the southern end of Australia can get pretty cold, so if you’re looking for an affordable and attractive way to gain greater insulation in your home, choose thick and luxurious curtains from iSeekBlinds. We are a Melbourne-based business with all of our curtains made to your exact specifications right here in our Melbourne warehouse. You can be assured of high-quality curtains and friendly service when you choose us for your curtains.
Curtains in the home offer a huge range of benefits, including:
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
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A living room is a place we go to connect, relax, and unwind. It’s often the first room we consider when redecorating! If you’ve just moved into a new place or you’re ready to update your living room, selecting the right window treatment will set the room’s tone.
You might choose to allow plenty of natural light to enter during the day, filtered by elegant sheer curtains or light-filtering blinds. In the evening, privacy is paramount. Stay cosy inside by closing heavier curtains or blinds.
Blinds are a practical and modern choice for busy living spaces. Easy to maintain and clean, blinds tend to blend in and complement other living room decor.
Double roller blinds allow you to let in just the right amount of light at any time of day, as you can choose between blockout and sunscreen or light-filtering blinds, depending on your needs. With this flexibility, you can’t go wrong.
If you’re looking to add modern luxury to your living room, there’s also the option to upgrade to motorised blinds.
Our custom-made, linked roller blinds allow the flexibility to use your windows and sliding doors easily while still maintaining maximum privacy and comfort inside.
Transform your living room with our custom-made blockout and sheer curtains. With no compromise on quality, our living room curtains are made with only the highest quality fabrics.
The best place to start when selecting curtains is to decide what you need them to achieve. While curtains serve to add texture and style to any room, they also need to be practical! For example, in living areas, you may want to achieve privacy during the days and evenings. Lighter fabrics and sheer curtains are practical, giving you the flexibility to design the room in your style. Install roller blinds behind them to give you nighttime privacy and insulation during summer and winter.
Blockout curtains will provide excellent protection against the winter cold and harsh summer sun and have always been a popular option for living room windows.
To help with the DIY process, I have prepared an extensive how-to video library. You’ll find information on different fabrics, and videos on how to measure your windows as well as how to install your new living room curtains. Find them on our website here. Â
A fantastic option for any home, plantation shutters are a classic window treatment that’s super-easy to maintain. Shutters bring architectural structure and stunning style to your space. Our shutters are designed in clear-view style, so you have the best possible view from your window when the blades are open.
Our website has plenty of handy videos and instructions to help you DIY assemble and install your shutters, allowing you to enjoy these premium products at an affordable price.
Choose the panel layout that will complement your window and place your order online. Your living room shutters are custom made to your exact specifications in just a few weeks.
If you’re in need of some inspiration, visit our gallery or Instagram page for ideas and real-life photos from our customers. Once you’ve decided which product you prefer, make use of our free fabric samples. They will allow you to see and feel the fabrics before selecting the one you like best.
So, if you’ve got a home that could benefit from a refresh, let us help you! The DIY process is easy to follow, and it will make a world of difference to your home, we promise.
Need some help? You can either Contact our customer service team or book in a free design consultation with me.
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