The Windows Were Beautiful. The Curtains Were Not.
When the Mehtas bought their new home in Mumbai, one of the first things they loved was the height of their living room.
The tall ceiling made the space feel open and luxurious.
But there was one problem.
Their regular ready-made curtains looked completely out of proportion.
They ended well above the floor, making the already-tall windows look oddly divided.
The family contacted Mukesh Bhai, Curtain Specialist at CurtainTailor.in, to understand what could be done.
High Ceilings Need a Different Approach
Tall rooms give you an opportunity to use curtains as part of the architecture of the space.
Instead of treating the curtain as something that simply covers the window, it can become a strong vertical design element.
For tall windows, Mukesh Bhai considered:
- Curtain height
- Track or rod position
- Overall window width
- Fabric fall
- Fullness
- Room proportions
- Furniture placement
Why Ready-Made Curtains Can Be Difficult
Ready-made curtains generally come in fixed dimensions.
If your windows are unusually tall, you may end up with curtains that are:
- Too short
- Poorly proportioned
- Difficult to match
- Awkward after alteration
This is one situation where made-to-measure curtains can be particularly useful.
Going Higher Can Change the Look
One of the recommendations was to consider the curtain installation position carefully.
Curtains can often be mounted higher than the actual window frame, depending on the room and structure.
This can create a continuous vertical line from near the ceiling towards the floor.
It can make the windows feel taller and give the room a more finished appearance.
The exact installation, however, depends on the ceiling, window structure and available space.
Fabric Matters Even More in Tall Rooms
When a curtain is several feet high, the way the fabric falls becomes much more noticeable.
A fabric that looks beautiful on a small sample may behave differently when made into a full-length curtain.
Mukesh Bhai therefore considered both the appearance and practical requirements before recommending the fabric.
The Mehta Family's Final Result
Once the curtains were measured and made specifically for the room, the living room looked completely different.
The windows no longer appeared like separate openings.
The curtains visually connected the height of the room and created a much more balanced finish.
The family hadn't changed their furniture.
They hadn't repainted the room.
They simply chose curtains that were actually designed for the space.
Are Custom Curtains Worth Considering for Tall Windows?
If your home has:
- High ceilings
- Floor-to-ceiling windows
- Large balcony doors
- Extra-wide openings
- Unusually tall windows
custom curtains can give you considerably more flexibility than standard sizes.
The important thing is to measure and plan the complete installation rather than choosing curtains based only on a standard length.
Have Tall Windows in Your Home?
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