Idea 7: Ceiling-Height Floor-to-Ceiling Curtains
What This Idea Means
Hanging window drapes as close to the ceiling as possible trick the eye into perceiving higher ceilings, adding vertical length and a touch of grandeur to small floor plans.
How to Make It
- Mount hardware high: Screw your curtain rod directly below the ceiling crown molding or drywall line.
- Extend beyond the window: Ensure the rod extends 6 to 12 inches wider than the window frame on each side.
- Let drapes kiss the floor: Choose drapes long enough to lightly brush the floor surface.
Tips and Variations
- Tip: Combine blackout drapes with sheer under-panels to control light levels without sacrificing privacy.
- Variation: Use hidden ceiling tracks for a streamlined, modern look where the curtains look like they emerge straight from the ceiling.