British Made Interiors Blog

Practical guidance on curtains, Roman blinds, fabrics and linings.

21 Jul 2026

The Complete Guide to Made-to-Measure Curtains (UK)

Choose made-to-measure curtains in the UK by matching your room, fabric, lining, heading, measurements, lead time and budget with the right British-made...

21 Jul 2026

How to Choose Fabric for Roman Blinds (Including Using Your Own Fabric)

Choose Roman blind fabric by room use, look, weight, lining and care, including when your own fabric is suitable for a made-to-measure Roman blind.

21 Jul 2026

Clarke and Clarke Curtains: Designs and How to Choose

How to choose Clarke and Clarke curtains by colour, pattern, fabric feel, lining, room use, heading and made-to-measure fit.

21 Jul 2026

Velvet Curtains and Blinds: Styles, Colours and Where They Work

A practical guide to choosing velvet curtains and Roman blinds by room, colour, fabric type, light, warmth, care and made-to-measure suitability.

21 Jul 2026

Choose Ian Mankin Stripes or Natural British Fabrics

Choose Ian Mankin ticking stripes, cotton, linen and linen-rich fabrics for made-to-measure curtains or Roman blinds with British Made Interiors.

21 Jul 2026

Linen Curtains: The Natural-Fabric Buyer's Guide

Choose linen curtains with confidence. Compare linen, cotton and wool, check drape, creasing, lining and textured weaves, and start by ordering linen fabric...

21 Jul 2026

Colour Guide: Green, Grey and Navy Curtains and Blinds

Choose green, grey or navy curtains and Roman blinds by room mood, light, fabric texture and how the treatment should blend or add depth.

21 Jul 2026

Curtain Linings Explained: Blackout vs Thermal vs Sateen

Choose between blackout, thermal and sateen curtain linings for made-to-measure curtains by room use, light control, warmth, privacy and fabric finish.