Interior Designer Tips For Selecting Sunroom Curtains

Sunrooms make great spaces for entertaining family and friends. It is also a place to relax while enjoying the view of the outdoor landscape as your backdrop. Since sunrooms are more exposed to the outdoors, it is important to consider the level of privacy you want and factors such as light control and the varying temperatures that are common in these spaces due to the changing weather conditions. Curtains and draperies are classic window treatments that offer elegance as well as add a sense of luxury to your sunroom. These interior designer tips for choosing the right curtain materials and proper length can help complement your sunroom’s style and your home’s style.

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Choose Curtains With Sun-Blocking and Insulation Properties

Spending most of the day in the sunroom, especially in the afternoon, requires you to use curtains that have materials with UV-blocking properties. Additional lining will also help protect your window treatments from fading over time. Meanwhile, blackout curtains will provide more privacy at night while still allowing you to enjoy softened natural light during the day.

Heavier fabrics like velvet and thick cotton are great options for providing your sunroom insulation, superior light control, and complete privacy. On the other hand, sheer curtains such as linen or silk organza are light fabrics that offer soft light filtration and give the room a bright and airy feel.

Use the Right Length

Curtains always look their best at floor length since they offer visual appeal and will make your sunroom appear taller and more spacious. However, avoid installing lengths that puddle on the floor for easy opening and closing and to prevent the hems of your curtains from collecting dust. One option is to let their length fall short or float around 5mm from the floor for maximum functionality and minimum maintenance.

Personalize By Layering

Layering your curtains with draperies will give you aesthetic appeal and more control over the natural light while providing some softness and offering daytime privacy. When you use layering for your sunroom window coverings, this design element will allow you to personalize your interior since different window treatments will provide you with various colors, patterns, and textures that will add character to your living space.

Pair With Shades for Better Light Control

Incorporating shades with your curtains for the sunroom is an excellent way to enhance functionality. However, not all shades are ideal for sunroom. Try pairing them with sheer Roman shades in your sunroom, this will enhance the look and functionality of your window treatment especially if you have tall windows. Combining these two looks elegant when you install a sheer Roman shade as the main window treatment and the curtains as decorative accents that hang stationary on the sides.

Solar shades have unique features that block harmful UV rays while allowing softer natural light to filter through. These solar shades offer different transparency percentage levels that correspond with how much UV rays are blocked. The lower the transparency the higher the UV ray percentage it blocks.

Roller shades, on the other hand, are another great option to pair with curtains not only because of their durability but it can also withstand UV rays and help regulate temperature fluctuations.

Add Wood Elements Or Decorative Trim To Enhance The Look

Another recommendation for incorporating a touch of wood elements into your sunroom is to pair your curtains with woven wood shades or faux woven wooden blinds. The layer of woven blinds offers an organic beauty and rawness in the ambiance while maintaining privacy as well as providing light control and helping retain the thermal heat of the room during cold weather.

We can all agree that the window treatment’s functionality is equally important with the aesthetic it creates in the room. Since the sunroom is a fun and casual space, accessorizing your curtains should be well-considered. Try adding some trims such as tassel trims, ribbon trims, or fringe trims and your plain-colored window treatments to add extra flair and drama. You might want to try a special decorative touch this holiday season by adding beaded trims to your sunroom curtains.

Window Treatments To Match Your Sunroom’s Design Style

One essential factor to consider when selecting curtains that would complement the overall look of your sunroom is the design style that you are going for. Curtains with clean lines, minimal patterns, and accessories are best for modern-style sunrooms. Try incorporating sheers with light colors that give you a bright and open feel for a more modern aesthetic.

If you want more depth and character in your sunroom, choose velvet or linen curtains; these heavier fabrics will offer a cozy and welcoming vibe. For a bolder approach, we suggest mixing and matching different textures, colors, and patterns such as velvet or silk, floral or geometric patterns, and balancing them with colors that match your sunroom’s furnishings and decorative elements. Colors also bring elegance, freshness, and brightness, which help create a vibrant atmosphere and a sense of visual satisfaction.

Select Curtain Fabrics That fit Your Needs

Fabric selection for your sunroom curtains is also an important factor to consider, especially in its ability to filter light, provide privacy, and the material’s durability. Of course, synthetic and natural materials such as wool, linen, or cotton are sturdier. These fabrics can withstand sunlight exposure, moisture, and varying temperatures.

Polyester fabrics also have high durability and are not easily distorted. Polyester fabrics have good heat and sound insulation properties giving them an advantage over other fabrics. When choosing fabrics, matching them with the change of season will add to the room’s aesthetics. For example, soft sheer materials or silk are suitable for the summer season for a bright and fresh vibe while patterned fabric in thick silk will be appropriate for spring and fall. During the winter season, the thick and fine flannelette are the best picks for enhancing heat insulation in the sunroom.

Use Colors That Reflect Your Style And Personality

A sunroom becomes an escape after a hard day at work, installing curtains empowers the room’s ambiance. Earthly and sunny colors such as yellow, green, and blue offer a refreshing vibe to the room and reflect the natural beauty of the view outdoors. Neutral color schemes such as sheer white curtains are a timeless choice. These light and simple sheers not only filter and reflect natural sunlight but also add versatility and elegance to the space.

Patterns and prints offer contrasts and blends to your sunroom’s paint color scheme.  You can play around with the colors and shapes of these patterned and printed curtains to add depth and visually anchor the design elements into a balanced and tranquil atmosphere.

There are endless ways to decorate your sunroom with curtains based on your personality and preference. However, we hope these top tips for have given you some inspiration and perfect options for your sunroom. Please share your comments and favorite window treatment ideas below.