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Are there rules for how long draperies should be? As with any design principle, yes and no. In general terms, longer curtains or draperies – such as our Vintage Cotton Velvet Curtains – are intended for rooms that are more formal and dressy in style. Drapes that are shorter are usually reserved for more relaxed and casual places—such as a country kitchen or a modern bathroom. There are variants between longer and shorter, of course, depending on the circumstances. Here are a few guidelines for determining the best length for various drapes: When planning curtains for formal rooms – for, say, a pair of Signature Silk Curtains — the fabric should just barely touch the floor. For a more romantic look, consider drapes of a length that pools or puddles on the floor. In the kitchen, curtains should hang to the sill or to the bottom of the window trim (an area known as the “apron”). However, always ensure that curtains never hang anywhere near a hot appliance, such as a stove or broiler. For the family room or den, try using draw draperies that extend to the floor. This is also an option for home theater spaces that double as recreation rooms; the “theater” part of the room can be separated from the “rec” region by a set of curtains hung along a wire. In many cases, curtains that stop well short of the floor and that hang just above floor moldings or baseboards have the same effect as pants that are too short that are worn with white socks: Something is clearly not sized correctly and needs lengthening. For windows that are very short, try mounting rods just beneath the ceiling and hanging extra-long drapes. Narrow windows can be enhanced by mounting curtain rods well beyond the opening’s outside edges; then, hang drapes so that they only marginally cover the frame, which will expose the maximum amount of glass and convey the illusion of a larger window. For more information: http://www.halfpricedrapes.com/
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