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Curtains aren’t just for windows anymore. To completely transform the look of a room, design-savvy individuals are installing curtain track systems that span entire walls — or, to pack an even bigger punch, the full perimeter. Paint and wallpaper can add only so much drama to a space. Wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling curtains, meanwhile, not only are…
A visually striking and surprisingly functional IKEA hack using the VIDGA curtain hanging system recently came across our radar. The components you’ll need are listed below. Rather than boring you with step-by-step installation instructions (here are a couple of helpful tutorials for both fixed and removable methods), we’ll focus on the many benefits of using a ceiling-mounted curtain track to elevate your space.
• VIDGA Single Track Rails (as many as needed)
• VIDGA Gliders With Hooks (20 per curtain set)
• VIDGA Wall Brackets, 4 3/4-inch (two per rail)
• RIKTIG Curtain Hooks (20 per curtain set)
• HÄLLEBRÄCKA Sheer Curtains (includes two panels)
• Drywall Anchors and Screws (sold separately) or Heavyweight Command Strips
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Curtains Add the Illusion of Height
Full-length curtains that gently puddle at the floor draw the eye upward, elongating even the squattest of spaces. Vertically challenged rooms instantly feel expansive when dressed in tall, continuous panels. Multiply this effect by covering more than one wall and rounding off corners; suddenly, you’ll have a grand space fit for royalty.
Curtains Hide Eyesores
Beyond being pretty, full-wall curtains serve practical purposes, too. Not only do they provide privacy, but curtains can also conceal eyesores. Best of all, no renovations are required. Televisions can be hidden behind wall-to-wall curtains, and so can unwanted built-ins, outdated paneling, and nail holes you’ve been meaning to patch and paint.
Curtains Create a Cocoon-Like Environment
Beyond aesthetics, there are positive psychological effects to wrapping a room in curtains. When a space is enveloped in fabric, it feels more intimate and insulated, transforming it into your own personal sanctuary. This makes it ideal for bedrooms or areas where you want to decompress (say, a reading nook or an at-home yoga space). Curtains also dampen noises and diffuse light, so a room fully draped in them will feel cocoon-like.
Bonus Tip: Fabric Matters
The mood of a fabric-draped room hinges on your fabric choice. Lightweight materials, such as linen or sheer cotton, will soften the space and allow light to filter through. Heavier fabrics — think velvet or wool — add a theatrical level of drama while blocking light and absorbing sound.
