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Door Curtains
Doorways give viewers the first impression of a room. Maybe the door
seems too secretive or is just boring. With a little decorating savvy,
you can replace that door with a more artistic and expressive door
curtain. There's a door curtain to complement every decorating style.
You can use shimmering transparent fabrics, velvets, lace or even make a
patchwork or appliqué door curtain of your own creation. Beaded curtains
are another attractive alternative.
The first thing you need to do is to measure the width of the doorway.
With fabric, you'll need 2 ½ to 3 times the width of the doorway for
your finished door curtain. The added yardage gives a richer appearance.
Beaded curtains come in standard widths.
You'll need a curtain rod for fabric door curtains. Hardware and
department stores carry many types of rods to complement your fabric.
Wrought iron rods are elegant, with elaborate finials and twisted or
rolled rods. Brass rods are attractive and go well with a Victorian
theme. White painted metal, spring-loaded rods work well with heavy
fabrics where the rod is not exposed. If your choice is a beaded door
curtain, you needn't buy a rod, as these come with a built-in rod.
Now comes the fun part! Choosing your door curtain may be like trying to
choose between two dresses. Both are great and it's hard to choose
between them. Focus on the style of the room and the effect you want to
create to guide you.
For an alluring look reminiscent of the Arabian Nights or the exotic,
incense-laden fragrances accompanying graceful Indian dancers, look for
sheer and shimmering fabrics with metallic threads. This type of fabric
exudes mystery and grace, with a delicate and airy quality that floats
on the breeze as you pass through the doorway. This type of fabric must
be kept clean and dust-free to retain the sheer gossamer effect.
Velvet door curtains hint at Victorian luxury and a rich feeling of
comfort and softness. Deep shades are the best candidates for door
curtain use. Short cut velvets and velveteens are best used in well-lit
areas. To show velvets to best advantage, consider tying them back with
gold tassels at one or both sides.
For quaint, country decor with that “yesteryear” feel, a patchwork door
curtain can set the stage to perfection. Handmade patchworks, appliques
and wall-hanging styles in picture form can be just the thing.
Picture-style wall hangings can tell a story or simply display an
artistic design.
Beaded and bamboo style curtains display a mix of 1960's hippie
expressions and an Eastern flavor. Faux-crystal beads and cute plastic
bead shapes are other choices to consider. Glass beads are pricey, but
give a sparkling, luminous effect from ambient light.
Whatever your desired effect, with a little imagination and a bit of
foot work, you can change a doorway into a portal of style.
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