"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." According to expert Ray Chen, founder of Two Pages Curtains, the design industry largely uses the term ...

There are a few words in the design lexicon that always seem to stump people. Whether it’s the age-old debate between sofa and couch (they are not the same!) or, in this case, drapes and curtains, it ...

When it comes to window treatments, the terminology can get a little confusing—starting with “window treatment” itself. Is it a protective coating for windows, or a process like treating wood? Is it ...

If you’re dressing a window, the differences between drapes vs curtains are important. While the words are often used ...

Dear Gail: I’m just about finished decorating my living room, dining room and master bedroom. I want to soften my windows and add color, but I’m not looking for a valance. I’m getting overwhelmed when ...

This color duo is considered a classic, but its cold contrast has caused it to fall out of favor with interior designers, at ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Dorie Chevlen Dorie Chevlen is a writer covering home design. Her subjects ...

Choosing the right curtains depends on the window and room's dimensions and the curtains' purpose. Ideally, curtains should be hung three to six inches above the window trim and just reach the floor.

This easy retrofit device turns almost any curtain into a capable smart system. Options abound for motorizing and smartening up blinds and shades, but what if you have curtains? Rendering those ...