Silk Curtains

Silk, it was once the most precious material in the world. Once it was so rare that is was only used by the elite, today with modern manufacturing methods, it has become a product for everyone to enjoy. Silk is a beautiful material it flows and shimmers. It is a hyper-allergenic fabric and it resists mildew. It is used in a range of possibilities. For silk curtains, the most popular weaves are Dupioni silk, raw silk or taffeta. Dupioni offers a heavier weight, while raw silk is similar in looks to linen, and taffeta offers a crisp and often shinny finish. With modern methods, fabrics are woven with a range of designs and colors from classic to contemporary styles. Silk curtains are now versatile in any room design and they add richness and come in a variety of textures and colors to suit anyone.

When choosing a silk curtain style, homeowners need to be aware of certain things they must do and consider in order to preserve the life of the fabric. Silk curtains seem fragile, but when maintained properly it will resist tears, odors, and dirt. Silks often fad and rot with continued exposure to the sun and condensation on windows, so, it is highly recommended that a curtain liner is used when hanging them.

When purchasing silk curtains quality is an essential factor, because of the natural wear of hanging curtains, higher priced silks have a better weave and are usually sewn by hand these are better for consumers to purchase. Hand sewn and weighted hemmed curtains help in the preservation of the curtain’s quality overtime, weighted hems also helps enhance the appearance of the curtain’s drape and flow once hung.

Before purchasing silk curtains, it is essential to properly measure windows. Silk is a very difficult material to alter so it is important that curtains be sized correctly. To correctly measure, start measuring the length of the curtain by where the curtain rod will be places and add two inches. Do not skip this step in purchasing curtains because it will affect the look of the silk once it is hung.

To maintain silk's appearance and to keep clean them, Silk curtains need to be dusted regularly to maintain their vibrancy and never machine wash them as it will damage the fabric. Many make the mistake of hand washing their curtains but that will also ruin the fabric and cause wrinkling. To maintain the silk  beautiful texture and color dry cleaning should be the only method of cleaning.

Water is damaging to silk so avoid placing silk curtains in bathrooms, kitchens and other areas where there is a possibility of water exposure. Homes with small children should consider silk blends for greater durability and stain resistance. Silk has a royal history and using it within a room adds the appearance of wealth and luxury. Its sensuous feel is excellent for bedrooms and the variety of textures and colors all it to be used in a variety of room designs.