Why Your Overlooked Curtains Are So Important

Why Your Overlooked Curtains Are So Important

Because curtains have become so commonplace in our homes, we often forget about why they’re there. They’ve become a part of the furniture, so to speak. But these strips of material add to our lives in numerous ways, some of them unexpected. Here’s why your curtains are so important. 

They Add A Splash Of Romance

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Curtains needn’t have a purely perfunctory role in your home. It’s not just about blocking the view from the outside in (or the inside out). Curtains have a sense of majesty about them in a way that other forms of interior dressing do not. Drapes can flow throughout your rooms and can be ceiling-to-floor – an all-encompassing centerpiece in your rooms. 

Frilly and glossy drapes are perfect for the bedroom, for instance, transforming the space into something that looks more like your boudoir. You can also convert a living room with a stylish window covering that allows natural light to penetrate the fabric partially. 

They Block Sound Pollution

Sound pollution is a big issue in the modern world. While air pollution might seem like the more immediate threat, sound pollution affects far more people on a regular basis. Sound pollution isn’t harmless. There’s now ample evidence that it can affect a person’s psychological wellbeing and even lead to hearing loss. Even the sound of a neighbor or traffic passing along the street outside can have an adverse effect. 

A few curtains, however, have the impressive ability to mute income sound waves, dramatically lowering the volume in the interior of your home. Some sites have collected a list of curtains with soundproofing, allowing you to find the particular variety that complements your existing decor.

They Help You Sleep

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Humanity evolved at a time when nights were both dark and quiet. The modern world, however, is both light and noisy at night. But there’s a problem with this: bright lights at night interfere with your natural circadian rhythm, preventing you from getting truly deep sleep. Light shining through your windows all night signals to your brain that it’s moring – the opposite of what you want when you’re trying to recover from a busy day. 

The good news is that you can get curtains that not only block out sound but light too. So-called “blackout” curtains use layers of material to reflect light out again, preventing it from getting into your bedroom or affecting your quality of sleep. 

They Help To Create Contrast

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Curtains, of course, aren’t merely functional: they also help you to create contrast in your home too. If your decor is quite neutral, you can use curtains to make a statement and create an effect. There’s no need to paint one of your walls a different color or go to the hassle of including bright paintings if you don’t want when you have powerful, vibrant curtains in your rooms. 

So, in conclusion, you shouldn’t overlook your drapes. Not only do they add style to your home, but they’re an essential tool to ensure personal wellbeing too. 

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