Eyelet Curtains | Home Window Treatments

Length: Although it may sound obvious, always make sure to measure the length of your window from the installation rod to the floor so you know exactly how long your curtains need to be. Purchase curtains that are an inch to two inches shorter, so that they do not drag on the ground.

Color: Dark curtains will absorb heat, while white eyelet curtains will reflect heat. If you are buying an eyelet curtain for your bedroom, for example, a darker color will keep your room warm at night from heat absorbed during the day. If you want to hang eyelet curtains in your living room, a lighter color will keep the room cool and airy, making it perfect for entertaining guests. The color should also either highlight or contrast the dominant color schemes in the room, while adhering to these basic principles.

Fabric: The eyelet curtain fabric should be of a texture that makes you feel comfortable. Scratchy fabrics, or those that are not pleasant to the touch, will not enhance the comfort of the room. Choose textures that are to your liking, and that you don’t mind touching.

Durability

Although thicker fabric tends to be more durable, the quality of craftsmanship around the eyelets should be determining factor. Poorly sewn or installed curtains with eyelets will tear more quickly and require maintenance than properly sewn eyelets. When purchasing the curtains, gently pull around the eyelet and see how firmly the curtain is attached. If the material pulls away easily, the craftsmanship is poor.

Make sure the eyelet ring is at least an 1/8” thick. Eyelets much thinner than that will not have the strength to properly hold up the curtains, especially during the summertime when the window opens to allow breezes in.

Energy Efficiency

Buy eyelets that are not much larger than the rod they will be installed on. Overly large eyelets will lead to inefficient coverage of the window, as the curtain will have too much flexibility in its movements.

Make sure there are not too many eyelets so that the curtain can hang comfortably on the rod. Too many eyelets will cause the curtain to bunch, allowing heat to escape when the curtain is drawn.