• Julia Nilstål
A pair of sheer, thin curtains fluttering gently in the breeze from an open window – isn't that the epitome of summer? Thin curtains are also a winning concept when it comes to light, as the sheer fabric allows plenty of natural light in while simultaneously shielding against the sun's strong rays.
Here we suggest 4 ways to decorate with thin curtains and teach you how to hang them in the best way for a lovely summer feeling indoors too.
1. Thin patterned curtains
Do you want to add a personal touch to your interior? Patterns are a stylish way to create effects in the home but can often feel difficult to decorate with when it comes to strong and distinctive patterns. A pair of thin patterned curtains can create stylish effects as the light accentuates the fabric's structure. Furthermore, opting for patterned textures instead of mixing different colors is a good start, as you still achieve a cohesive feel in the home.
2. Light colors for an airy feel
Light and fresh has long been associated with neutral colors like beige and white in the interior design world, but you can actually be a little more creative than that when it comes to color choices while maintaining that airy feeling. Go for a thin curtain in a light, summery color with great light transmission this spring – color has never been trendier, and with a sheer colored curtain, you can really liven up your home without any permanent changes. Pale pink tones are really trendy right now and also combine incredibly beautifully with the Scandinavian favorite color beige. Or why not go for a pair of thin green curtains for a fresh feeling that brightens up and gives energy?
3. Trendy hotel collection
The popular hotel style is still highly relevant in the interior design world, and in bedrooms specifically, it can be really stylish and practical to opt for curtains in two layers. A sheer curtain then serves as the inner layer for light entry and privacy during the day, and the outer layer of a thicker curtain is drawn at night to block out light. Use pinch pleat hooks to create the elegant hotel waves and hang the curtains on a practical double-track curtain rail on the ceiling to easily open and close the different curtain layers.
4. Curtains as privacy screens
Covering an entire window section with sheer curtains is both stylish and practical, as the curtain provides privacy – especially practical if you have large windows with a lot of visibility from outside. You also avoid blocking natural light and create an airy yet cozy feeling in the room. With curtain tracks, you get the impactful look of thin curtains from floor to ceiling, which also creates the effect of spaciousness and high ceilings. If you have very wide window sections to cover, you can join several curtain tracks together to allow the curtains to run all the way across. A good tip is to complement your curtain tracks with gliders on a cord – a simple way to ensure that the pleats are even and uniform across the entire window section.