I have a garden that is very water efficient, so it looks great in the warmer months, but it can become a little overgrown and wild in the colder months. I might not spend as much time out there in winter, but I still like it to look good. I have been working on the garden design to help it look good all year round, and I have found that with the right plant selection and preparation, the garden can look great throughout the year. This blog has tips for other homeowners who are looking to improve the appearance of their garden when the weather gets wet.
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Window furnishings are a staple in every household. However, due to how commonplace they are, not many homeowners actually take the time to consider the type of curtains that they are buying for their home. Instead, they will simply base their decision on affordability as well as aesthetics. The reality is that you need to factor in some considerations when making a choice of fabric for your curtains. This will ensure that they will not only complement your interior furnishings but that the window coverings can be functional too. The following are some of the factors that you should keep in mind when purchasing curtains for your home.
Prints and patterns of the curtains
With the wide assortment of curtains available in the market, you will find you have a myriad of patterned fabrics to choose from. Nevertheless, buying curtains on an impulse will mean having to live with the chosen design for the long-term. This is why it would be prudent to factor in how the pattern will impact your interior design.
If you have the propensity to change the interior furnishings of your home on a frequent basis, then you would opt for subtly patterned fabrics for your curtains. This will ensure that they will always complement your interior decor no matter how often you switch it up. On the other hand, if your interior decor is neutral and subtle, then you can afford to choose bold patterns for your curtains that would add an element of visual interest to your decor.
Texture of the curtains
One factor some people do not consider is how the texture of their curtains will impact the overall tactile properties of the room. The texture of your curtains should complement your furnishings. If you opt for matching textures, then you may find that your interior furnishings become overwhelmed with one tactile feature. For instance, if you have leather couches and hardwood floors, your interiors will be characterised by primarily having a sheen.
This, in turn, means that adding more highly reflective surfaces in the room could detract from the overall appearance of your decor. To balance out the sheen, you should opt for heavily textured curtains that will add a different tactile component to your living space. Alternatively, when you have heavily textured surfaces in the room, such as a high pile carpet, you should contemplate curtains with a smooth texture to balance this effect.
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