What to Look for When Choosing Fabric for Interior Design
Whether you’re personalizing a new house or upgrading the curtains in favour of custom drapery, interior decorating takes serious consideration. After all, the interior of a home says a lot about your personality and style. Although most people know the general theme they want to create, fabric is a smaller detail that’s easy to overlook. Before you explore the details of custom drapery for the living room, here are a few points to consider when selecting fabric:
- Complementary Colors
As most homeowners are already well aware, a room doesn’t have to be done in one colour to match. Custom drapery that’s a little bit darker than otherwise bright colours in the surrounding area is often a refreshing contrast. Also, you could choose to follow a warm or cool colour scheme, or pair bright accents with neutral tones. When selecting your fabric, there are no limits to what you can do.
- Visually Striking Textures
In the same way that a colour scheme doesn’t have to be in the same colour, the use of different textures in a piece of fabric can add an entirely different dimension to a room. Many people like to go for the sleek look of modern decorating. Introducing variety with textured custom drapery or a piece of furniture that’s subtly patterned can make a room look comfortable and feel classy.
- Reasonable Durability
The level of durability you’ll need from your fabric will depend on where you intend to place it. While materials like lace and silk might look and feel lovely, these types of fabric probably shouldn’t be used on high-use items like chairs and couches. Generally, the more often your furniture is being used, the more durable your fabric needs to be.
To hear more about blinds, motorized shutters, and custom drapery from a certified Hunter Douglas dealer, call Dodds Interiors at (905) 848-2877. From simple to stunning, we have the perfect fabrics and window dressings for your home.
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