Curtains 101

If you've ever attempted to dress a window, you likely found that the options are as varied as the shapes and sizes of windows themselves. We'll help you troubleshoot your most complicated curtain dilemma.

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Many designers prefer to hang curtains as high as possible -- usually just below the crown molding -- to make ceilings feel taller and elongate the profile of the window. But in some cases, with high ceilings or low windows, that can be too high.

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Curtains 101

If you've ever attempted to dress a window, you likely found that the options are as varied as the shapes and sizes of windows themselves. We'll help you troubleshoot your most complicated curtain dilemma.

Height