Curtains - Cheap Ready Made Curtains - Deconovo UK (2024)

FAQs

Is it cheaper to buy ready made curtains? ›

In general, you can find that ready made curtains are often the cheaper option. This is because they're mass-produced in set sizes, so you can just pick the size you want and buy them. However, this isn't a blanket rule. Both made to measure curtains and ready made curtains have a price range.

Ready-made curtains are available in three different drops: 137 cm (54 inches), 183 cm (72 inches) or 228 cm (90 inches). Some manufacturers also offer a 274 cm (108 inch) drop; click on this link to view the available designs: Larger Sizes.

To join two pairs of curtains, you can use a few methods: Sewing: Stitch the panels together using a sewing machine or by hand. Ensure the pattern or color matches seamlessly. Fabric Tape or Adhesive: Use fabric tape or adhesive designed for joining fabrics.

Blackout curtains often refer to drapes that are made of a double-lined, tightly woven fabric. Blackout curtains are designed to block light completely. The only way light gets into a room with blackout curtains is through gaps around the window.

There's no given rule to how often you should take those curtains down to give them a clean, can we suggest a twice-yearly approach though, to help you keep on top of those household chores. Changing curtains twice a year gives you the opportunity to have summer or winter curtains.

In general, yes, it's best for curtains to touch the floor, either by kissing the floor or floating just above it. The effect of long, floor-length curtains is a luxurious look that accentuates the height of your window and ceiling. Plus, it makes the drapery look tailored and curated specifically for your space.

You might be surprised to hear that curtains went out of style when grubby nets and grandmother florals were used purely to block out the light and provide privacy. But now they are back, and the latest looks are modern and style-led.

You don't need to cancel intensive colours. Grey matches blue – both tones are cold and toned, and fit really well together. Another shade of blue, turquoise, is also suitable for grey walls - regardless of the variety (light and casual or heavy and elegant).

Grommet Curtains

Curtains with a grommet top have feature metal open rings punched into the fabric at the top of the panels that allow them to slide along the rod easily. Their easy operation makes Grommet Curtains the perfect fit choice for draperies you want to open and close regularly.

How wide should ready made curtains be? ›

As a general rule, the width of your curtains should be at least twice the width of your window (if not more) to achieve a look of fullness. So, if your window is 116cms (45.5 inches) in width, you need two curtains of at least 232cms (91 inches) in width in total.

While too wide curtains won't harm functionally, they may overwhelm the space aesthetically.

Blackout curtains have few health disadvantages. However, manufacturers may produce blackout curtains or roller blinds using polyvinyl chloride (PVC). This material has phthalates, chemicals that can enter and damage the human body through air particles, direct contact, and other methods.

Blackout fabrics in black are perfect for those who want a complete absorption of visible light. For those wanting to have the colours of the deep ocean, you can choose to buy blackout fabrics in deep or dark blue colour. Dark blue is very much close to black, which makes it also as efficient in blocking out light.

While both blackout curtains and window films are effective, there are distinct advantages to choosing window film. Blackout curtains and drapes create adequate privacy and reduce the amount of light that enters your room. However, they do not block 100% of the light and UV rays.

So whilst it is impossible to say how much your made to measure curtains will cost, you can reasonably expect to pay more than double the price than for “off the shelf “ ready made curtains, BUT they will be tailor made perfectly to your window's measurements and finish will be ten times better than you can imagine.

On average, you can expect to spend between $20 and $250 per window for a 42-inch for materials when choosing ready-made options, or $30 to $400 per window for a 42-inch width standard window when using custom-made options. Below you can see the breakdown of cost per window, based on the opacity of the curtains.

How Much Does Custom Drapery Cost? While the cost of custom drapery depends on many factors, the average cost is between $2,000 and $4,000 per window. Each aspect of custom drapes, including fabric, lining, hardware, and more, has different costs.

Well, creating your curtains enables you to save money. Instead of buying them in the store, you can create your window coverings. Sometimes, discounted curtains are still expensive. Buying huge curtains for your entire house can be pricey as well.