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Curtains add colour, texture and pattern to rooms and can make a big impact on the overall look and feel of the space. They also help control light and privacy, so it's important to choose the right fabric for the room. When choosing the fabric for your curtains, it's important to consider the level of privacy you need and how you plan to use the room. You should also choose the weight of your fabric - heavier fabrics hold their shape better and are more suitable for colder rooms or those that receive a lot of sunlight.

The fabrics used for curtains can vary from natural fibres such as cotton to synthetics such as polyester. There are also a range of weaves and textures, and each has its own unique benefits. Some of the most popular curtain fabrics include:

There are a range of open and closed weaves to choose from, with voile fabric being the best option for sheer curtains. It is a woven fabric that can be made from either natural or synthetic fibres, and it's soft, lightweight and transparent. It can be hemmed with either a single or double row of eyelets, and it's available in a wide variety of colours.

Another type of open-weave fabric is muslin, which is also commonly used to make curtains. It's thin and inexpensive and has a beautiful drape, but it's not as sheer as other options. There is a slightly denser version of muslin called cheesecloth, which has small satin feel round beads scattered throughout the fabric - it's ideal for adding an extra layer of warmth and texture to a room.

Woven from silk, taffeta is a smooth fabric with a sheen and often comes in different colours. It's a good choice for formal rooms and can be used in combination with other fabric types to create a more sophisticated look.

Natural linen is a popular choice for curtains, especially in French- and English-style interiors. It has a billowy, earthy appearance and it works well with wood window frames and metal poles. Real linen can be quite expensive, but faux linen (made from polyester) is similar and much less costly.

There are also a number of other cotton options that are suitable for making curtains, including madras cotton (checked with really bright colours) and gingham cotton. Twill cotton and cotton duck are thicker types of cotton that work well as curtains. Acrylic is a man-made fibre that's often used for curtains. It's a versatile fabric that's soft, lightweight and very resistant to creasing.