When it comes to making a room look bigger or taller, the right curtains can play a major role. By considering curtain fabrics, colours, curtain length and rod placement, you can transform your space into one that feels both larger and more inviting. Read on to discover our best curtain tips to maximise your space.
When it comes to choosing light or dark curtains for your home, the beauty of light colour curtains is that they can make almost any small room feel bigger. Whites, soft pastels and other light shades brighten the room by reflecting light, creating a space that feels more open. Picture the sun bathing your living room in natural light, reflecting off soft white curtains and making it a brighter, airier place. Opting for floor-to-ceiling length curtains, especially in lighter colours, draws the eye up, creating the illusion of higher ceilings and more space.
The size of a room in your home isn’t something that can be easily changed. But adding curtains is an easy and affordable way to make your rooms look and feel bigger. You can go one step further by matching your curtains with the wall colour, which creates a cohesive look and an illusion of more space. When curtain colours blend with the walls, it minimises visual disruption, making a smaller room look larger. Go for light colours that blend with your wall colours. Neutral shades like white, cream or beige keep the visual flow seamless.
To make your room appear larger than it really is, avoid bold or intricate patterns as they can make your room feel cluttered and closed in. Minimal and clean patterns add a touch of understated elegance without overwhelming the space. By choosing patterns wisely you can create a visually appealing room that feels bigger and more inviting.
Sheer curtains are a great choice to let natural light in and open up the space. These lightweight fabrics allow sunlight to pass through, creating a soft glow that brightens up any room.
Sheer curtain fabrics like voile and linen-blends are perfect for small rooms. They provide the perfect balance of light and privacy, so your room feels bright and spacious without compromising on lighter weight materials. Combining sheer curtains with blockout lining gives you the flexibility to control light and privacy throughout the day. During the day, sheers maximise natural light, creating an open and airy feel, while blackout drapes can be drawn in the evening for privacy and darkness.
Want to make your room look like it has higher ceilings? The secret lies in curtain length and rod placement. Floor-to-ceiling curtains naturally make a room feel taller and more spacious. By installing the curtain rod a few inches below the ceiling, we can create the illusion of even higher ceilings. This simple trick can make a big difference to how big your room feels.
We hope these tips have inspired you with ideas on how the right curtain colours, patterns and installation techniques can help to make a room seem bigger. Whether you’re looking for custom-made floor-to-ceiling curtains or sleek sheer curtains in a range of neutral colours, we have a style that will complement your home beautifully. Visit the CurtainWorld showroom in Malaga today or book a free measure and quote.
We recommend going for light colours like white and soft pastels as they best reflect light, making a space feel bigger, airier, and more open. If you’re not sure which curtain colour to choose, our curtain and blinds mobile showroom is the best way to see our products up close in your home. Fully equipped with every fabric sample and product from our Malaga warehouse, we can come to you no matter where you’re located in Perth. Call us now on 08 9249 4800 or book a free measure and quote online.
Yes, sheer curtains are an excellent choice for small rooms. They allow natural light to filter through, which brightens and opens up the space, making it feel larger and more inviting while still providing privacy. By installing sheer curtains, you can achieve the illusion of more space without the need for costly home renovations.
Avoid bold or busy patterns in small rooms as they can make the space feel overwhelming. Instead choose minimal patterns like vertical stripes to create the illusion of space.
To create the illusion of a bigger room, we can install the rod a few centimetres below the ceiling and 20-30cm from the window, with curtains that are 1.5 to 2 times the width of the window. This will help create height and maximise light in your space.
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