Luxury curtains for condos and landed homes
A double-height living room in a condo penthouse or a landed house in Bukit Timah or Serangoon Gardens has a window that is the first thing anyone sees. Curtains there need weight, depth and careful finishing to look good from across the room and up close. Curtains SG makes luxury curtains to measure in velvet, heavy linen and lined weaves, with layered sheers and motorised tracks, and we work alongside interior designers and contractors on these projects.
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Fabric is only part of it. A luxury curtain has generous fullness, so the folds are deep even when the curtain is closed. It is lined, and often interlined, so it hangs heavily and does not cling or flutter under the aircon. The hem is weighted, the side edges are straight, and the length is measured to the centimetre at several points, because floors and ceilings are rarely perfectly level.
A cheap fabric made well usually looks better than a costly fabric made badly. We spend as much time on measuring, lining and heading choice as on the fabric itself.
Fabrics with depth
We bring large samples to the site, because velvet and silk-look fabrics change colour a great deal between daylight and evening lighting. Check each one at the window at both times if you can.
Pleats, linings, hems and trims
Proportion counts on a tall window. A triple pleat on a narrow window can look crowded, while a light single pleat on a wide double-height window looks thin, so we suggest the heading after seeing the room.
Double-height windows and landed homes
Very tall drops bring practical issues. Fabric rolls have a fixed width, so a tall curtain may be made with the fabric turned sideways (railroaded) to avoid horizontal joins, and not every fabric can be used that way. A lined velvet curtain several metres long is heavy, so the track has to be rated for the weight and fixed into solid ceiling or beam, not just a false ceiling board.
On these windows, motorised tracks are close to essential. Pulling a long, heavy curtain by hand strains the track and leaves marks on the leading edge. A motor gives an even pull every time and can be set on a schedule to protect furniture from afternoon sun. Installation needs proper access equipment, which we plan for at the measuring visit.
Caring for heavy curtains
Velvet and interlined curtains should not go into a home washing machine. They shrink unevenly and the lining can separate from the face. Dust them with a soft brush attachment every few weeks, and have them professionally cleaned when they look dull. Our curtain cleaning service can clean on site or take the curtains down and rehang them afterwards.
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Common questions
Should luxury curtains puddle on the floor?
Only if you accept the upkeep. A puddle looks soft but collects dust and needs rearranging after every draw. A hem about a centimetre off the floor looks tailored and stays tidy.
Is velvet suitable for Singapore humidity?
Yes, if it is lined and the room is ventilated or air-conditioned. Velvet does attract dust, so plan for regular brushing. Avoid letting it touch glass that gets condensation.
Can heavy velvet curtains be motorised?
Yes. The motor and track are chosen for the curtain weight and width. Tell us the fabric early so we can size the motor before ordering.
Can you handle double-height windows?
Yes. We measure the full drop at several points, check the ceiling or beam for fixing and plan access for installation. Photos of the window and ceiling help us prepare.
Do you work with interior designers and contractors?
Yes. We can work from your designer's drawings and fabric choices, or bring samples to the site for them to select from.
How do I start?
WhatsApp +65 9071 3976 or use the contact page with photos and rough sizes. The home measuring visit needs a $50 deposit, which is credited to your order.
Tell us about your windows
Send photos and rough window sizes on WhatsApp for an early quote. When you are ready, we measure at your home and bring fabric and blind samples. The visit needs a $50 deposit, credited to your order. Found a lower quote for the same curtains? We price match. See the price match terms.