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Minton floor.....what curtains?????

5 years ago

We have an original tiled minton floor leading to the big draft front door. We currently have traditional door curtains up but want to re do them to try and modern up the hallway but still keeping the lovely old feel of the house. We have a bright blue carpet on the stairs which we love and ties in with the blue in the tiles.

Question is....do we go patterned (like checks) or plain for the new door curtains?

We also need a light fitting...any suggestions?

Thanks everyone!!

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Comments (5)

Sonia
5 years ago
I personally wouldn’t have any curtains whatsoever. The area is busy enough as it is and it would let those beautiful tiles shine. I’m no expert on lighting, but there are lots of people on here who are, so await the suggestions!
Jonathan
5 years ago
It is a lovely floor and I can see a curtain keeping out a cold night.

Since you have committed to blue with the stair carpet I say get curtains to match. Personally I would get a chunky painted wood pole and choose a plain fabric that disappears into the wall and keep the floor as the focal point. I would choose a plain heading, have the curtain blanket lined and just have one big curtain on the hinge side of the door.

If you do like pattern I would use it with restraint and just add a little on the top few inches (probably using the top window as size inspiration).
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E D
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Lovely hallway and tiles.

Would you consider changing the (type of) glass?
minnie101
5 years ago
Lovely floor. I would go for a plain curtain in either the wall colour or the lighter "green" in the tiles. Lanterns sit well within a period hone and don't obsure light which can be good for halls

https://www.pooky.com/pendant-lights/larger-luxor-lantern-in-brass-and-clear-glass-1300#.
E D
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Also, is the house is Victorian?

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