Curtains
Curtains Made For The Room, Not Just The Window
A beautifully chosen fabric is only one part of a successful curtain treatment.
Discuss Your Curtains
Measure · Design · Make · Install
The proportions, heading, lining, track or pole, how the curtain falls, how it opens and what you need it to do all matter too.
At Chatelaine Interiors, we look at the complete window rather than simply making curtains to a set of supplied measurements. With the choice of fabric, heading, lining, trim, proportions and hardware all considered together, there are countless combinations available, giving you the opportunity to create a pair of curtains that is genuinely one of a kind.
We can advise, measure, source, make, install and dress your curtains, giving you one experienced team from the first idea through to the finished room.
Made For Your Room, Not A Standard Size
Made-to-measure should mean more than simply altering the width and drop.
The right curtain treatment needs to suit the proportions of the window and the room itself.
How far should the curtains sit above the window? Should they break at the floor or finish cleanly? How deep should a pelmet be? Does the room call for a cleaner, more modern finish or something softer and more relaxed?
These details can completely change the finished effect.
We consider them as part of the design rather than leaving you to make technical choices in isolation.
Fabric, Construction And Hardware Considered Together
We take a holistic approach, considering the fabric, construction and hardware together as part of the complete window design.
The pole or track, the way the curtains are made and the fabric itself all influence how the finished curtains hang, behave and look within the room.
We can advise on:
- Fabric selection
- Linings and interlinings
- Curtain headings
- Trimmings and decorative details
- Proportions and finished length
- Poles and tracks
- Privacy and blackout requirements
- Temperature and light control
- Motorisation where appropriate
- Interaction with other existing or planned treatments
Looking at these elements together allows us to create a treatment that works both aesthetically and practically.
Your Fabric Or Ours
Already found the perfect fabric? We can work with it.
Still looking? We can help you source something appropriate from our network of fabric houses and guide you through colour, pattern, texture and suitability.
For homeowners, that may mean exploring options together until we find the right direction. For interior designers, it may simply mean checking that a selected fabric is appropriate for the proposed treatment and taking care of the manufacture.
Curtains That Are Individual To Your Home
One of the reasons our clients choose bespoke is that they don't want the same solution they could find in hundreds of other homes.
From the fabric and proportions to the heading, trim and hardware, there are numerous opportunities to create something genuinely individual.
Our curtains are more than simply made to measure. They're handcrafted with these details in mind, with each element considered as part of the finished design rather than produced as an off-the-shelf treatment.
What About Difficult Windows?
Some of the most interesting rooms are also the least straightforward to dress.
Unusual heights, awkward shapes and architectural features can make standard curtain solutions impractical.
We'll assess the window ourselves, consider what the treatment needs to achieve and advise on an appropriate approach.
It may involve curtains, blinds or a combination of the two. The priority is finding the right answer for the space.
Motorised Curtains
For larger windows, high-level treatments or homes with integrated automation, motorisation can offer a more practical way to operate your curtains.
We can specify motorised curtain tracks as a standalone solution or consider how they will work with a wider home automation system, including systems such as Lutron or Rako.
Bringing the conversation in early allows the curtain design, track, power requirements and controls to be considered together from the outset.
Motorisation is not the only option where easier operation is important. Depending on the window and the curtains, we can also advise on corded systems or draw rods, helping you find an option that works naturally for the space and the way you use it.
From Measuring To Dressing
Our curtain service includes:
Consultation & Advice
Understanding the room, what you want to achieve and the level of design guidance you need.
Professional Measuring
We take the measurements ourselves rather than leaving you responsible for getting them right.
Fabric & Hardware Sourcing
Helping you choose or source the appropriate fabric, lining, trims, poles and tracks.
Handcrafted Manufacture
Your curtains are made to the agreed specification, with our handcrafted work undertaken in our Berkshire studio.
Installation & Dressing
We arrange fitting and dress the finished curtains so the treatment hangs as intended.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do bespoke curtains cost?
Every curtain project is different, with cost influenced by factors including size, fabric, lining, construction, hardware and the complexity of the installation.
Get in touch and we'll talk through what you have in mind and help you understand the likely cost for your project. Depending on your requirements, we can provide a tailored quotation or give you access to our online configurator to explore your options in more detail.
Can you help me choose the fabric?
Yes. We can provide significant fabric and design guidance or work with something you've already selected.
Do you measure the windows?
Yes. Measuring is part of our end-to-end service.
Do you supply curtain poles and tracks?
Yes. We can advise on and source suitable poles, tracks and other hardware.
What type of lining should I choose?
That depends on what you need the curtain to achieve. We'll consider factors such as finish, light control, blackout, warmth and the chosen face fabric before recommending an approach.
Can you make curtains for unusual windows?
Yes. We regularly work with more unusual windows and will assess each space individually.
Can curtains be motorised?
Yes, motorisation can be considered where it is appropriate for the treatment and wider project.
Can my existing curtain pole or track be reused?
Possibly. We'll assess the existing hardware to check whether it is suitable for the new curtain treatment, including the weight, dimensions and way the curtains need to operate. If it isn't appropriate, we'll explain why and recommend an alternative.
Can you create blackout curtains?
Yes. Where blackout is required, we can advise on suitable linings and construction methods as part of the overall curtain specification. We'll also consider the window itself, as achieving effective light control involves more than the fabric alone.
Can you alter existing curtains?
Yes. Existing curtains can often be altered where the fabric, construction and dimensions allow.
This can be particularly useful if you're moving home and have curtains you'd like to take with you, or if an existing pair needs adapting for a different window.
Depending on what is required, alterations might include adjusting the finished length, adding a bottom border to gain a little extra length or repleating the curtains to create some additional width.
Not every alteration is possible with every fabric or construction, so we'll assess the existing curtains alongside the new measurements first. We can then explain what can be achieved and recommend the approach that will give the best finished result.
Let's Find The Right Curtains For Your Window
Whether you're starting with a fully formed design or a window you simply don't know what to do with, we'll help you work through the options.