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As soon as you step inside a high-end hotel or see beautiful drapes in a well-furnished home, the first thing that catches the eye is usually fabric. And whether making or buying curtains yourself, the type of fabric chosen has an enormous influence on their finished appearance and feel. There are various considerations when choosing fabric for curtains including color, pattern and texture as well as weave type, opacity level and weight - each can impact how your curtains hang, billow and fall gracefully along their tracks or fold and stack gracefully when folding/ stacking!

Your curtain fabric selection should complement the style and atmosphere of the room while reflecting your personal aesthetic. A good place to begin searching is at a fabric store where you can touch different materials before seeing how they drape - these stores should have everything from sheers and velvets, through velvets and linens, up to more popular choices like wool blends.

Linen, an exceptionally strong yet lightweight natural fabric, has long been considered one of the classic window treatment fabrics. Breathability provides air circulation while helping reduce humidity. Plus, linen's natural fibers make cleaning it easier.

Linen fabric can be enhanced by incorporating other natural and synthetic fibers, including hemp and cotton for an earthier feel, while polyester adds silky smooth qualities that provide additional durability and performance benefits. Rayon fiber mimics natural fabrics such as cotton or silk in its appearance and feel for an authentic appearance and feel.

Popular curtain fabrics include damask, brocade, and organza. Damask fabric is created using jacquard weaving looms that produce raised designs in its weave that create a raised texture on top of plain fabric for an eye-catching appearance. Damask can often be found backed to prevent fraying quickly - perfect for formal rooms as well as bedrooms.

Brocade fabric has a heavier feel and delicate appearance compared to damask; it comes in an assortment of patterns. Commonly seen in traditional or Victorian rooms. Organza, on the other hand, is made from silk or synthetic filament fibers and makes an elegant choice for decorative curtains in rooms where designers wish to add an elegant touch.

The opacity of fabric curtains can often be overlooked, yet its impact should not be overlooked. Thicker fabrics provide more privacy by blocking sunlight and can block noise pollution - ideal for bedrooms or media rooms in noisy cities and neighborhoods.