Color, Texture and Style: Decorating your Outdoor Living Space with Curtains

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Color, Texture, Style,
Decorating Your Outdoor Living Space With
Curtains
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• On the following pages, we are going to explore
  how to elevate your style by bringing curtains
  outdoors. Well give you the best tips and tricks
  to accomplish this relatively easy and
  inexpensive design element.

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The Colors

• Over the past several years, the majority of
  designers have been choosing solid curtain panels
  in white or neutrals.
• Many designers are now stepping out of that trend
  and choosing bolder colors to tie the space
  together.
• Pick out colors from your other pieces and find
  curtains that highlight those same colors in your
  theme.

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The Styles

• Whether you go with neutrals or bright colors,
  you can always add another layer of design with
  prints, florals, or stripes. Also consider having
  pillow shams made in the same fabric to really
  pull the look together.

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The Rods

• The rod is as important as the curtains. When
  choosing a rod, make sure that it is made for an
  outdoor space. You can also visit a hardware
  store and buy galvanized pipes to use as your
  rods they can come in many colors, do not rust,
  and can hold the weight of even the heaviest of
  curtains.

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The Headers

• Curtains have many different ways of hanging
• Pocket Rod The simplest to create, the most
  traditional, and the best if you dont want to
  show the rod.
• Button-Hole This, like the pocket, is
  traditional but allows you to have the rod on
  display.
• Tab Tops They lend themselves well to outdoor
  spaces that have country motifs.
• Grommets The most modern and contemporary, they
  come in different colors, so you can match the
  rod.

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The Function

• Remember to keep in mind that you may want your
  curtains to be more than just stylish.
• Choose your fabric based on what you want from
  it shade, privacy, or defense against the
  elements.

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The Details

• Think about remote controlled curtainsallowing
  you to open and close the panels from the comfort
  of your own seat.
• If you live in a windy area or choose a very thin
  material, a good option to keep your curtains
  from flying around is to add small weights to the
  bottom heavy washers work well for this.

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A Second Look Hooks and Rope

• If you want to venture out into more
  unconventional territory, try decorative hooks or
  rope.
• Hooks make your curtains stationary and add
  architectural interest to your outdoor space.
• Rope will give your curtains a shabby chic or
  rustic look.
• Either way, dont be afraid to experiment.

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Contact Us

• Outdoor Fabrics can help you with all of your
  outdoor textiles needs. Whether you are looking
  for curtains, cushions, or pillows, they have a
  huge selection of Sunbrella and other high
  quality brands.

For more information, please call
1-800-640-3539 or visit OutdoorFabrics.com
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Summary

• Up your outdoor design efforts with new colors,
  textures, and styles. One great way to add more
  of all those elements is to hang gorgeous outdoor
  curtains. Learn what you need to know about
  choosing the right look and materials for your
  outdoor living space.