Choose between lined or unlined curtains

• How to hang curtains beautifully
• Decide on your curtain look
• Choose between lined or unlined curtains
• Get the size of curtain pole or track right
• Deal with awkward windows and bays
• Measure right
• Where to buy curtains and accessories

If your fabric choice is medium to heavyweight or you have a blackout blind, you can get away without lining your curtains, although they will hang better if you do.

If your curtain fabric is sheer or very lightweight and lining would make them look too heavy, don't be tempted to scrimp on the width - they should look full and billowing, not limp.

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