At Secret Linen Store, we believe curtains are more than just pieces of fabric adorning your windows; they're an essential home accessory that can transform the look and feel of any room.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the perfect pair of curtains for your home, from choosing the right fabric to selecting the perfect style and lining for your unique needs.
Whether you're looking to add a touch of elegance to your living room or you want to enhance the privacy and cosiness of your bedroom, our handy curtains advice will help you navigate the different curtains available at Secret Linen Store.
So, settle in, grab a cuppa, and let’s dive into the world of all things curtains together.
Curtain Headers: Pencil Pleat, Loop Top & Eyelet
Which curtain header you choose will depend partly on what style you prefer, but also on which style will work best with your space. Let’s look a bit more closely at the three different options that we have here at Secret Linen Store:
Pencil pleat
Our pencil pleat curtains are a classic and versatile option, characterised by their evenly spaced pleats that are created by pulling and tightening strings at the top. These curtains are sold as a pair and offer a neat, elegant and timeless look.
The adjustable nature of the pencil pleat means that they are a winning choice, suitable for various window sizes and styles. They can be easily hung using curtain hooks or rings, and adjusted to fit your window and create the fullness that you like.
Our pencil pleat curtains are all lined (some with blackout lining) and sold as a pair. To hang your pencil pleat curtains you will need either a curtain track and hooks, or a pole with hooks and rings.
Loop top
Our loop top curtains feature a channel at the top of the curtain through which you insert a pole. They are the simplest to hang of all our curtains and the only equipment needed is a curtain pole - no fiddly hooks or rings - yippee!
Loop top curtains will have a relaxed look with more uneven gathers. This makes them perfect for laid-back living room aesthetics or breezy beachy vibes.
All of our loop top panels are sold individually as unlined curtains.
Eyelet
An eyelet curtain (also known as a grommet curtain) features a row of evenly spaced metal rings or eyelets along the top of the panel, which are partly decorative and partly functional.
Eyelet curtains are sold as a pair and are easily hung by threading a pole through the eyelets (no hooks or rings needed) offering a sleek and modern look. The metal rings glide easily on the pole and they offer a soft even gather.
For more advice on the best style for your home, visit our Curtain Buying Guide.
Curtain Linings: Sheer, Unlined, Lined & Blackout
At Secret Linen Store, we have a selection of curtain linings to help you find the perfect pair for your unique needs. This will mostly depend on the room of choice for your curtains - do you want lots of lovely natural light flooding in? Or do you want it dark and cosy, ready for some uninterrupted slumber?
Once you’ve decided this, you’ll be able to decide which curtains are best for you. To help you with a little inspiration, here are the different lining options available at Secret Linen Store:
Sheer
Our sheer curtains are a simple panel of 100% linen with no lining. Linen curtains, with a beautiful drape and open weave, make for a delicate and airy window covering that will allow soft natural light to filter through while still providing some privacy.
Sheer linen curtain panels are timeless and versatile, complementing a wide range of interior styles, from classic to contemporary. They can be hung alone for a light and breezy look, or layered with other curtains for added texture and dimension.
These curtains are beautiful in any room and pair effortlessly with a wide range of bed linen styles, but may need to be paired with a blind in a bedroom if you need to block out the morning light.
Unlined
Our unlined curtains are simple panels of 100% cotton or a cotton linen twill with no lining. With cotton and twill weaves being tighter than a linen weave, these curtain panels will block out a little more light than our sheer curtains.
In a range of stylish colours and easy to hang and launder, these unlined curtains offer a simple solution for filtering light, giving privacy and adding a splash of colour to your room in the process.
Lined
Our fully lined curtains consist of a feature fabric with a simple ecru calico lining. These curtains, with two layers of fabric, will block out quite a lot of light and provide a little more insulation than an unlined curtain.
There may be some light that filters through the weave of the fabrics, but the overall effect will be to darken the room, bringing a dreamy, dim-lit feel to your space. These are suitable for any room, including a bedroom if you don’t require complete darkness.
Our fully linen curtains come in lovely neutral shades that pair beautifully with any decor.
Blackout
Our blackout curtains consist of our cotton linen twill feature fabric paired with a blackout lining. The lining on these curtains will not allow any light to pass through the fabric, making them an excellent choice for a bedroom.
You will need to make sure that your curtains are the right size and are hung properly to ensure that no light leaks around the edges of the curtain.
Visit our handy guide on How to Hang Your Curtains for more tips and tricks or discover how to find the perfect size for your window space in our Curtains Measuring Guide.
Discover More From Secret Linen Store
Want to find the perfect home accessories to match your perfect pair of newly purchased curtains? Look no further! From matching bed linen to delightful duvets and pillows, we have everything you need to complete your beautiful bedroom ensemble.
