Voile curtains are ideal in areas where soft, diffused light is preferable to blocking it completely. These semi-transparent, lightweight curtains are available in a range of colors that can work with a variety of decors, yet they are opaque enough to ensure privacy, despite its translucent nature. The lightweight nature also allows them to be hung in a variety of ways, creating both a relaxed and elegant atmosphere.
The French term voile means veil, and it has been adopted as term for fabric that is light and gauzy. While cotton is the most common material from which the fabric is made, tightly twisted wool or synthetic yarns may also used, as they are woven to create the same texture. Voile is ideally suited for curtains, as it is not heavy enough to drag the window treatments downward, and the range of colors can add a softer touch to both light and dark room decors. Hanging curtains as a scarf is one of the most popular ways in which voile is used.
A scarf describes the draping of fabric over a curtain rod, rather than inserting the rod through a pocket sewn at the top of the curtain. Hanging a colored scarf over a straight white or cream panel creates a more elegant look, as does pooling, which is the gathering of the extra length of fabric on the floor beneath the window. Voile can be purchased in a range of sizes for both short and tall windows, and made to measure curtains can be ordered for windows that have a unique shape. Online ordering is the easiest way to find both the best selection and the best price for both ready-made and customized options.
Voile curtains are an ideal window treatment when natural light is desired, as the lightweight, breezy fabric filters light without blocking it. They can be found in a variety of shades, and it offers a softer touch to both light and dark room decors. Versatility is added, as it can also be easily hung as a panel or a scarf. They can be purchased in a range of sizes for both tall and short windows, and custom-made curtains can be ordered when a unique size is required. The translucent nature of the material is its most popular aspect, as it acts as veil to protect privacy, while allowing the unrestricted feel of open and airy room.