We often get asked the question 'do curtains and blinds work together? ' The answer is, for the most part, 'yes' – when paired, the two can bring out a flexible décor and ensure adequate blocking of light and privacy control.

Large living and dining rooms and bedrooms can often look better with full length curtains, either lined or sheer. Smaller rooms are often better suited to blinds. We expect more efficient performance from our domestic environments as we spend more time at home.

If you have windows with blinds, that could be an excellent place to start. Hanging curtains over blinds adds extra depth and elegance to your windows, as blinds alone can look cold or unfinished. Sometimes hanging curtains on their own is sufficient, but occasionally you need to add extra privacy or light control.

Drapery will typically cost more than blinds to cover the exact same area, due to the sheer amount of material they often require. Plus, drapery also requires more components for installation, including not only the curtain panels, but also the hardware such as rod and rings or track system, brackets, etc.