Unlined Curtains

Unlined curtains are fantastic for keeping a room feeling bright and airy. They offer privacy from the outside world without stealing all your natural light. They also tend to drape with a lighter, more casual feel than lined options. If you are still weighing up the pros and cons, our guide on which curtains are best for you is very helpful.

Unlined curtains are perfect for rooms where you want a lighter, airier look. Think kitchens, living rooms, or anywhere you’re happy to let the light shine through. They’re also brilliant layered with blinds or behind thicker curtains if you want that soft, layered, luxurious look (yes, please).

For bedrooms or spaces where you need a bit more darkness or insulation, lined or blackout curtains might be a better fit. But for soft style and effortless charm? Unlined curtains are hard to beat.

Whether you’ve gone for loop tops or pencil pleats, it’s all about popping up your curtain pole or track, then hanging them just like you would any other curtain. Loop tops slide straight onto the pole – no hooks, no fuss. Pencil pleats just need to be gathered and hooked on, and they’re ready to hang beautifully.

Because unlined curtains are lighter, they’re easier to handle too – so you might not even need a second pair of hands (but a pal and a cup of tea never hurt).

Need a bit more guidance? Our curtain-hanging guide is packed with tips to make it all feel like a breeze.

Accurate measuring is the secret to curtains that hang beautifully. Measure the width of your curtain pole or track (not the window glass) and decide where you want the curtains to end. We have a full explanation on our curtains advice page.

They provide a good level of privacy, blurring the view into your home. However, because they don't have a thick lining, silhouettes might be visible from the outside when you have your lights on at night. If total privacy is a must, you might prefer to layer them or look at our heavier curtains collection.

Because there is only one layer of fabric, you don't have to worry about the lining shrinking at a different rate than the face fabric. However, natural fibres still need care. Please always check the specific washing instructions on the label. 

You can find more tips in our caring for curtains guide.