by When you are decorating a room it is imperative to colour coordinate the colour of your curtains with the rest of the room. The curtains are generally easy to change and are chosen first when the room needs a new look. There are several things to consider when choosing the right shade of curtain for your room.
You have to consider the wall colour when you are coordinating your curtains with the room. The curtains are much easier to change than the wall shade. Coordinate the curtains with the paint colour on the walls. You can do this easily by taking a paint sample with you when curtain shopping. Remember that the paint is a shade darker on the sample so your curtain should be a shade lighter to have it as a match for the wall.
You should also consider the other colours in the room. Look at the furniture and the artwork you have on the wall. Do you have neutral or dark colour? You have to consider the room as a whole before choosing the right curtain for the room. It is just as important to match the curtains to the furniture as it is to the wall.
Remember the power of three. Every room should have three primary colours that are being used. The curtains that you choose should be one, or all, of these three. They should blend well together and are the focal point of the room. They will create the mood in the room and will make a difference in the theme of the room. Make certain that your colours and theme are apparent and all of your elements are coming together in a fluid way. Within these three there needs to be an anchor colour or one that brings it all together. Your curtains need to reflect this.
When you have a scheme but you need something else to balance it all out you can add neutral colours to your array. They are considered to be the peacekeeper because they bring everyone together in harmony and balance. When in doubt, use a neutral colour.
In many rooms such as bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms you may have a theme instead. You could even have a theme in addition to your colours. The theme needs to be considered when you are choosing the appropriate curtains. Your curtains need to support the theme too.
Coordination of your curtains is very important in making your room and supporting your theme. People are drawn to the curtains and they can add ambience to the room. Your curtains need to be a focal point in the room and reflect the personality and the colour combinations that you have chosen. Your home is a reflection of you and your curtains are an important part of your home. Curtains are no longer just a window treatment to block or allow light. They have become an essential part of decorating any home.
