Sheer elegance

Most people have traditionally used sheer curtains as secondary window covers, and curtains made of heavyweight fabric as the main window covers. Interestingly, sheer curtains can be used as primary window covers, and have become quite popular. Explore them now for they are a viable option for window décor.

Think sheer curtains and what comes to mind is a visual image of thin white transparent pieces of fabric that barely cover a window. Despite looking delicate and airy, sheer curtains will cover your windows attractively and economically. Ensure you have them well gathered on the window for the best effect. They look fragile but are quite durable. Maximise the appeal of your home using high quality and well-designed sheer curtains.

These curtains give a royal look to your home, offer elegance and shut out excess sunlight. Sheers are an effective decorating tool, and their lightness allows light into the room, and gives you an opportunity to drape and use them in other creative ways.

Use sheer curtains to beautify your home from the outside to the inside. They can be used in any room from the kitchen, living room to bedroom. They may be not the best for the bedroom since they don’t offer the privacy you so much require here, and they also bring in a lot of light — not the best for a day you want to sleep late.

Since they are lightweight, they are easy to maintain — you only need to soak them overnight in warm soapy water then rinse and they are dry in no time.

Sheer does not mean white. In fact, white sheers are not necessarily the best option. Sheer curtains come in a rainbow of colours. The coloured ones are even better as they offer beauty and grandeur to any room.

What’s more, they are quite affordable. When you decide to accessorise your room using them, think colour; this will provide a warm tone to your room.

Sheer curtains don’t always have to be plain; you can get them in printed fabric, depending on your taste, to offer character to your room. Play around with different colours of the sheers and see how your room will pop out.

They also come in varying textures. Some are patterned while others have a smooth silky look. Striped, floral or checked sheer curtains are more suitable for small rooms while plain ones, depending on colour, are more suitable for medium rooms to large rooms.

When getting them for your home, consider the colour combination of your interior. Choose them carefully considering their relevance and effect.

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