Select Fabric Guide
"Fabric is the poetry of a room, weaving comfort, color, and character into every corner."
Choosing the right fabric is essential for achieving the perfect balance of style, functionality, and durability. This guide will help you understand our fabric options, the benefits of different materials, how to select the right fabric, and how to care for your chosen fabrics.
Fabric Materials: Features and Benefits
Discover the perfect fabric for your space
Linen
Natural and breathable, with a soft, organic appearance. Perfect for creating a relaxed, airy ambiance.
Cotton
Soft, breathable, and versatile; works well in casual and formal settings alike.
Silk
Luxurious and smooth with a natural sheen; adds elegance to any space but requires gentle care.
Wool
Warm, insulating, and durable; ideal for cozy, inviting interiors.
Velvet
Plush and soft with a distinctive texture; enhances the richness and depth of any room.
Polyester
Durable, wrinkle-resistant, and easy to maintain. Ideal for high-traffic areas and available in various textures and patterns.
Sheer Fabrics
Lightweight and translucent for soft, diffused light.
Blackout Fabrics
Engineered to block 100% of sunlight and provide thermal insulation.
Outdoor Fabrics
Weather-resistant, with excellent UV protection and water repellency—perfect for outdoor spaces.
Featured Fabric Collections
Explore our curated fabric collections
Lemon Collection
Cozy Blend
A subtle slub texture for an effortlessly elegant, pure style.
Jasmine Collection
Linen-Cotton Blend
Blends the crisp breathability of linen with the soft durability of cotton.
Breeze Collection
Cotton-Polyester Blend
A balanced fusion of natural softness and synthetic resilience.
Bluebell Collection
Belgian Linen
Premium fabric known for its refined texture and superior craftsmanship.
Mika Velvet Collection
Plush Velvet
Soft velvet with a rich, lustrous sheen, offering a luxurious hand feel and an elegant drape.
Vigor Collection
Linen Small textured Fabric
A small twill texture fabric woven from hemp and silk, touch texture, 18 Colors.Weight:350 g/m²
Kyla Collection
Floral Printed Fabric
offering a subtle linen texture with easy-care durability. Its soft folds create a tailored, elegant silhouette.
Shoreline Collection
Coastline style, yarn-dyed fabric
there are four kinds of flowers, vertical pattern, large plaid, small plaid, monochrome, each with 3 colors.
Fabric Insight Chart
Visualizing fabric characteristics to help you balance light, privacy, and texture with ease.
Light Control
For enhanced light control and privacy, consider adding your chosen fabric with a functional liner.
Privacy Levels
Choose blackout for maximum privacy or sheer for diffused light with visibility.
How to Choose the Right Fabric
A comprehensive guide to selecting the perfect fabric for your needs
Evaluate Light Needs
Choose light-filtering fabrics to soften natural light while maintaining brightness, or opt for blackout fabrics to block sunlight completely. Consider layered treatments for adjustable control based on different times of the day.
Assess Privacy Requirements
Use blackout or tightly woven fabrics to prevent outside visibility and create a secluded indoor space. For added flexibility, consider dual-layered options that allow you to adjust privacy levels throughout the day.
Consider Décor Style
Select textures, patterns, and colors that blend with your interior style. Consider subtle tones for a minimalist look, bold patterns for a statement piece, or textured fabrics to add depth and warmth to your space.
Factor in Practicality
Opt for durable, stain-resistant, or easy-care materials, especially for high-traffic areas or pet-friendly homes. Performance fabrics help maintain a clean and long-lasting appearance.
Account for Window Type
Double-width on fabrics is often necessary for large windows to achieve the desired fullness and elegant draping effect. Our pleated curtains are designed with 2-2.3x fullness, ensuring a tailored look for wide windows.
Think About Energy Efficiency
Lining fabrics with functional liners like blackout or thermal may help regulate indoor temperature, reducing energy costs and enhancing comfort year-round. Heavier fabrics with a tight weave also help minimize drafts and heat loss.
Fabric Double Width Specification
Learn about Seam
Vertical Seam (Double Width)
Refers to fabric being joined for wider curtains. This is a standard practice for sizes exceeding fabric roll width.
Quick Guide for Curtain Width Requirement
Note: Seam requirements depend on header style, fabric collection, and curtain size.
Questions? Contact us at support@viewtailorcurtains.com
Fabric Care Instruction
Preserve the Elegance
Proper care helps maintain your fabric's beauty and functionality for years to come.
Regular Cleaning
Vacuum regularly with low suction. Spot clean with mild detergent when needed.
Water Care
Most fabrics should be dry cleaned only. Check individual product labels.
Sun Protection
Avoid direct sunlight to prevent fading. Use liners for UV protection.
Climate Control
Maintain moderate humidity to prevent fabric deterioration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I order fabrics from VIEWTAILOR?
Please record the fabric material, fabric color, and fabric size (in inches) in email and send them to support@viewtailorcurtains.com. We will quote you the fabric charge and shipping fee.
Q2: What is the best fabric for blackout?
VIEWTAILOR offers two options for achieving blackout effects:
- Normal Fabric adding with Blackout Liner: Select any window curtain fabric (sheer fabric excludes) and add a blackout liner.
- 100% Blackout Fabrics: Curtains crafted from specialized fabric that inherently blocks all light. Available in Lila collection and Saba collection.
Q3: Which fabric is best for a relaxed, natural look?
Linen, linen blends, and soft cotton fabrics create an effortless, organic feel with a natural drape. Their breathable quality makes them perfect for a cozy, inviting ambiance.
Q4: Can I use my own fabric for customizing (C.O.M.)?
Absolutely! VIEWTAILOR fully supports C.O.M. (Customer's Own Material) - find out all the details .
