I just hung these in my master bedroom and love them!! Its like having pants that are too short. The Ritva panels from IKEA. thanks for sharing! Thank you- Perfect Greige by Sherwin Williams. My curtains are not lined, so they are not meant to keep out the cold or the heat. Hello, I like both and have both colors from previous apartments. Transform a Room with a Corner Curtain Rod for Windows. Thanks! Or you can enlist a neighbor or friend who has a sewing machine if you dont have one. Hi Edith, Thank you so much for stopping by. I would prefer these over blackout for expense and weight. With a bit of research and a little luck, I found the perfect budget-friendly solution Ikea Ritva curtains. In the dining room, I used four Ikea Ritva curtain panels across the large three-window wall and allowed them to barely puddle. No one likes them to be too short. Worth it not to do the Tour de Ikea. Once the panels are unrolled and hung, they look lighter than they do in the package. Unfortunately, not everyone has an IKEA near them so I have included the online way to purchase them. These curtain filter, rather than block out the light.
I have switched a few rooms to systems with custom shades and while I love them, custom window treatments arent a cheap investment. I love the look of your curtains with the creamy color by sherwin williams. Thank you! These curtains are wonderful and I hope you love them! I did not bleach mine. Let me know how it goes! Hi Courtney and thank you for stopping by! My trim and blinds are a bright white, so the curtains look yellowish next to my white trim. Do you have a link for the buffet in the breakfast nook? I hope this helps. I want to go classy, but inexpensive.. Hi, Kelly! ^_^, (I live in a basement appt., I can ALWAYS hear neighbors upstairs. The tie backs are separate pieces . You should also have your curtains go at the very least to skim the floor. Your home is beautiful! 
The color of the breakfast nook is Edgecomb Gray. I obviously find these panels appealing because of the price tag and the look but I am worried that they will not fit our home , Brittany, since you have one locally, I would grab a pack to test first. You should be fine- I think ours are actually around 11 downstairs I hang them high and the downstairs curtains are hung to JUST brush the floor. Do you anticipate it will make a difference on the amount of light blocked or do you think we will be disappointed. Hi There! I also did a curtain rod comparison for longer rods in a later blog post and heres a link to that. Isnt that crazy? The door you mentioned actually has a full length shade that is pulled up to the top and does not have a valance. The rings were plain and cheap from Ikea and the rod is here: https://rstyle.me/+5M-1rcv7mb_JM6Tc74PdaQ. Im trying to recreate your look in my own kitchen. Learn how your comment data is processed. Hi Kelley, I am wondering what color is the curtain rod you use in your dining room. This is one of the reasons I absolutely love these white curtains and definitely count them as among my favorites. I posted a comment but my email address was wrong. Or will it look like I tried to match the bright white and failed miserably? Hi, Elizabeth! Ill have to check them out!
If this isnt an issue for you then go for it! Mine definitely look ivory. 
I hope this helps! I have three sets of windows in my living room, all lined up next to each other and I cant figure out how to get a rod to extend across all three, unless I use the flush mount rods, one for each window? Hello! I wish you the best of luck in your search! You know how much I love your home and style! I think the quality is excellent for the price. Michelle, I am so glad you like them! I just suck the rod right through the pocket but Im reading there moghth be a way to kind of weave them These curtains are available in a 98 inch length or 118 inch length.
And they only come in 84 inch length, what about if you have 9 foot or vaulted ceilings? Hi, Tiffany!
If you look up Randi Garrett Design, she has those, with drapes, in her living room and they are gorgeous! At the time of this post, the trim is Creamy. How wide is "each" curtain panel? I dont use these curtains for privacy or to block out light, as they are hung at the south and northern parts of my home in public areas (i.e. Absolutely beautiful home. Laurens Surprise by Sherwin Williams . I am planning to purchase Aina curtains and Ritva curtains. I purchased the Ritva curtains for three rooms in my house and love them!
Hey there! I just love them and I think you will too! They are lined but definitely let tons of light through. Although I LOVE the way they hang, Im not sure how I feel about the color. Thats just a personal choice, I am not a good sleeper so the darker I can keep the room the better I sleep. I have 4 pairs in my family room and 3 pairs in my bedroom. Good question; Im sure they would help with a draft but not for insulation. I purchased my first few sets in-store in Atlanta but while I live about an hour away, all subsequent sets were purchased online. Stacey, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your kind note. No, Ikea shipping is crazy high! How do you get a rod long enough to go across the whole wall? And thank you for visiting. Window treatments (and shades) are expensive but I guess it would depend on what you need them for more- look, privacy, or shade. Hello, I am liking this look!! Hi, Heather! Kerry, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your kind note. Would you hang them above the arches for added height? I love them! The general rule of thumb is you should hang curtains as high as possible to the ceiling. To outfit each window in appropriate-length dressings couldbe an expensive investment but when we first moved in, I was desperate tohang curtains without breaking the bank. Hi, Lauren! My name is Wendy and my goal is to help people create the home they really want to spend time in. For more details see my full disclosure. Hi Cindi, I am so happy you like the curtains.
Hi, Monica! A possible solution for you is to use larger curtain rings with clips to make the curtains hang lower. I cant seem to find them in 108 however (Im in Toronto). Either way, he price seems crazy cheap. I appreciate your kind note and well wishes.
You will need an iron and measuring tape. Hi! Our home has bright white trim and doors and we have white blinds as well Do you think these panels will look okay? What is the color and brand of your paint in your sitting room? What is the advantage of having these options? I used this when I hung my curtains in my breakfast nook. We have a lot of windows in our home. Thanks! Your house is beautiful! The only problem I have is they are pleated on the ends of the rod but then they arent at the end of the panel. Glad you are a fan! Your different photos are very helpful. I have been on a hunt for curtains- and need ones on a sliding door that give some privacy.
Crazy enough, I dont have them hangining against any stark white walls but they are translucent enough to still look airy and bright. Looking for a thermal option but its the only 65 curtain Ikea has. The nearest ones to us are about 5-6 hours. Do they still look okay in your rooms with white walls? It actually is an aged brass I have it linked here: https://kelleynan.com/my-dining-room/ I hope that helps! They hang beautifully and are a good weight material. I have double doors with windows that I need the same window treatments for. Did you creamy throughout the house for all trim? So pretty! Thank you! Thank you! If that is what you need, I would go with a different option. Could you please tell me what color the blue paint is in the dining room? , Absolutely- here is an affilaite link. I cant wait to put these in my home! And, they still look fitting and intentional. No Sew Curtains And How To Fake A Pinch Pleat, Best of IKEA for 2022 (9 of IKEA's must haves! Nope- I love that look. Ikea never ceases to amaze me with great finds here and there. Xoxo, Summer. We also have a breakfast nook within a turret with 2 windows and a door and Im thinking of using burlap shades there since it is rustic surrounded by stone on the walls of the turret. Hello! Do you think these curtains will provide any kind of insulation from the cold at night? *Posts on KelleyNan.com may contain affiliate links. Thanks!! I meant 98I must have been side tracked when I wrote that ? At all. http://rstyle.me/n/cedm25b5rpf, Hi Kelley Can you let me know what color you painted your kitchen walls? Here are a few other budget-friendly posts! Everyone comments how great they look. Great post. Sue, good luck!
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Was there a special code or something to get it? What do you think, is it a faux pas? Thanks! Mine take up a great deal Hi Angela, Thank you so much for stopping by! Im wondering if the top is flat, perhaps I could move the liner from our existing drapes to these. Can you also tell me what curtain rod you are using? I belive the shortest size they come in is 98 length. Is there a couple of inches of hemline at the bottom that I might could steal to gain more length? Kelli, I was noticing that you have more than 2 panels on a lot of your windows. My husband tells me to get what you like, but I am not sure what I like, haha. Hi Sam, Thank you so much for stopping by! I did the same as the dining room four panels across three windows in a 98 length. I was wondering the same thing. I see that you have a lot of dark from your light fixtures, but love when you use the golds. Love this post! Would you say the Ritva curtains keep the cold/heat out, or no? It doesnt look good. I used one long rod to hang all of them; it is linked in the post .
there are three windows set in one frame (three sets of blinds) so I did opt for two panels to cover the start of each set of blinds. Mine are flat at the top but other styles are available. Absolutely beautiful, but we are rise and shine at 5:30am as a result. I keep them pulled up and have considered taking them down on the back of the house where we already have privacy. Have you had issues with wrinkles? Your home is SO beautiful! These are the things I love about IKEA curtains and why I think you should use them in your home. Thanks!!
Honestly, I have white faux wood blinds and dont like them. * This post contains affiliate links. Was this helpful? If you are interested in learning more about how I did a curtain rod in the corner window check out this post on Corner Curtain Rods. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your beautiful BIG windows (& drapes)! Hi, Tiffany! It always blows me away when I see one curtain panel going for over $100! ), How To Make Your Own Fiddle Leaf Fig Plant, Cheap Wall Decor Ideas And Where To Find Affordable Art For Your Home, How To Paint Bathroom Cabinets (So They Last). So sorry for the late response! Thanks for the suggestion!! Hoping these come like that out of the package! Also I was wondering if you could do a post on your foyer/ entrance and what chandeliers do you recommend? document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I prefer to use them in rooms that are common areas like I have them in my dining room, breakfast nook and will be adding them to my family room soon. Our trim is creamy a warmer white so ours dont look yellow I dont know how but I would definitely be tempted to try with a panel. This is yet another reason that I love these curtains! I cant say enough good things about those curtains! The guest bedroom was Alabaster by Sherwin Williams. If your trim is stark white, the curtains may look creamier in comparison. Is the room with the circle mirrors on the wall 10ft or 8ft ceilings? Our trim is Creamy which looks white against our greige walls but is definitely more ivory. They look great!
Maria, truth be told, I have never washed mine. You can use these curtains in any room. I can't seem to find your post on the corner curtain rod, if it's still available? After seeing how beautiful your curtains are, I clicked your link and ordered them and absolutely love them. We live on the water and the sun rises outside our bedroom window. Hi Don, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your note. 5 clever finds from Walmart this past week! You can do what I did and ask your Mom who is an amazing seamstress to hem them.she is awesome! They are only available in two sizes but I know a lot of people have gone up a size and used no-sew hemming tape! I was wondering if these give enough privacy at night- or can you see through them? And yes, I always mix metals . Thats why I LOVE these IKEA Ritva Curtains. If so, do you know how? Love your site and sage advice. I am working through some lighting updates and will definitely post! Thank you! Thanks. What type of window treatment do you suggest for a glass door slider (leading out to the patio)? I was about to spend in excess of $1000 for custom curtains but decided this would do beautifully for a bedroom.
To be honest, its more out of laziness but I still like the way they look You could easily add some hemming tape (HERE) if you wanted them to hit just above the ground/barely meet the floor.\, Available Sources: Curtains |Rug(similar)|Bed|Quilt|Duvet Cover & Shams. Hi Nicole. You can use these rings with clips to attach to the top of the curtain panel. How much length do you allow for puddling on the floor? Hi Kelley, your home is all kinds of eye Candy! We have wood trim so thats not a problem, but I want to paint the walls white. Curtains can be so expensive! Its available at most craft stores or you can purchase from Amazon here. When I lived in my last apartment, I didnt HEAR the neighbors but they were ultra dirty and passed their ROACHES on to my apartment! Hi Kelley! What color paint did you use in the breakfast nook and in your guest bedroom? What about the rod you used in the dining room? This creates the illusion of taller ceilings. But, unlike the other two rooms, I actually ended up putting these on some inexpensive curtain rings during this spaces re-vamp a few months ago. Thanks, Janet. I love your taste and your site. Can you tell me what the height of you ceilings are and approximately where your rod is hung. It looks wonderful, may I know what curtain rods were used for the dinning room? Ive been wanting some for a while but this sealed the deal. Hi Kelley! What is the name of the paint color in your dining room? Thanks in advance for the advice! Haha! I cant wait to buy some now after seeing your post! Im tempted to buy these for our west-facing windows. Thanks for doing this post, I was actually looking online for curtains for my house and since I have liked everything you have recommended I am going to give this ones a try. I like thicker rods, especially on longer windows . Thanks again! Love your house. Very informative about the ways they can be hung, color, hem, fabric. The dining room has about an inch to slightly drag the floor.
First I must mention that if you go directly to IKEA you will be able to find all these items mentioned here for a better price than you will pay online. In other words, there is a set in the middle of your window in the dining room. Thanks so much!
Thanks! It appears to be 1 2 inches.
I am so glad to know that this post was helpful to you. I am trying to decide between the 84 and the 118 we are having 9 ceilings, but I like to hang my curtains rod a tad bit higher than the norm Thanks!! The long one in the breakfast room? How tall are your ceilings? Hi Candace, each panel is 57 inches wide. Our trim is actually Creamy so unless it is next to a stark white, it looks white, but actually is a little warmer. What did you use for the blind/shade? I wish curtain reviewers would post photos with the curtains drawn so you can really see the light transmission during the day from the inside and at night from outside. Thanks so much for sharing. I said goodbye to my 2008 apartment table yesterda, Bigger and better every year Search limeli, 2016 vs 2022 always progressing, always evolvi, I finally made progress on my growing list of diso, Reading is better than conversations, anyway, Each year, we like to use the end of summer to spo, Its Prime Day and over on KelleyNan.com, Im, 7 Tips to Decorate Your First Apartment on a Budget, 8 Ways to Save: How to Furnish Your Home for a Fraction of the Price, Where to Shop for Throw Pillows (Plus, What to Look For). Is that what you did? Love that rug in your sitting room.! The value and look of these curtains cant be beat. Congratulations on your new house! Thanks so much! Thanks! I have purchased these for my living and dining rooms. In the family room I added contrast fabric in a 4 inch band along the insiders each panel. Kelly, I am absolutely in love with your home!
I love this look and its exactly what I was looking for for our new home my husband designed with SIXTY windows!!! The breakfast nook was Perfect Greige by Sherwin Williams. These are great curtains. I have a similar rod (same size) and am wondering which size rings would work best. Thanks. We want some privacy but not room darkening curtains. The buffet was a Home Goods find from five or six years ago. And, thank you! You can use them in a bedroom but I like to have more blackout curtains in my bedroom. Thanks!
Granted, I believe theyre less than $30 in-store (for a set of 98 panels they come in 108, too), but I found them offered via Amazon Prime for $49 for the set, with free two-day shipping. Rae Dunn: What is it? Or are they more sheer?
not bedrooms or bathrooms.). I have a question about the Zahara Persian rug you have in your sitting area, I love it in your photo do you have another photo to show the true colors, when I go to the website to purchase it looks very very creamy/yellow. Do they slide easily using the tabs on the back? You can use the VIDGA track system by IKEA. We are in the middle of renovations and trying to coordinate decor now that we are almost complete. You can check out this video to see a tutorial on how to create the pinch pleats.
Love!! I want this rug for my dining room if its like yours in the picture! I *think* at least 10 ft. downstairs- I went with 98 everywhere. Once you take them out, spread them I also ironed each panel before hanging they lighten up. https://kelleynan.com/the-comprehensive-list-of-paint-colors-throughout-my-home-plus-my-honest-review/. I just ordered the same curtains. In our home, against our off-white trim (Creamy by Sherwin Williams), they look white since they arent competing against a stark, pure white wall/molding. Thanks!!!
I am worried they may be too short.Thanks! THANKS SO MUCH!! You can also see how versatile they are in the more dressy dining space vs. the more casual breakfast nook. It is a wraparound rod- here is an affiliate link directly to the one I used. I did not. I would! It was from a local lighting place when we built; last time I checked, it wasnt available online anymore :/. Hi! I have multiple windows close together like yours.
is the trim creamy there too? And the 98 ones! Hi, Amy! I just hung mine and they are definitely creamier next to a stark white mantle and trim. I have tall ceilings in my living room area so they might work out great.
your blog is just gorgeous! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I hope this helps! Best of luck in your renovations; I hope you absolutely love what you are transforming. and More! Hope this helps! In the breakfast nook, the curtains are positioned where they just meet the floor. These curtains have a linen-like look to them. I think I am going to buy them for every room in our house!
Hi Sheri, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to stop by! While thats not the case now, the trim color in both rooms is creamy.
Its been a long time and I cant remember what rings are used here or where I got them, but I think these are the hooks I used: https://amzn.to/3ux23Qd and Ive use these rings on almost all my curtain panels for the past couple of years: https://amzn.to/39IdGd9 I hope this helps! Trista, I may have mis-typed! You can see in this close-up how they filter in light. I have 5 rooms in my home that have corner windows! To learn more click. Am I putting them It has been a great storage solution for us. Hi there!
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Thanks. Would you mind telling me where you purchased the chandelier in the dining room? Heres a link to my paint colors post for more info, if that helps. I really like the look. Meaning, they look like they are made of linen but they dont have that high linen price tag. Hi there! Thank you! This is so great! I see 98 and 118 108 would be perfect! I have seen awesome trim ideas, also.
Have fun enjoying your new home! https://kelleynan.com/west-elm-curtain-rod-amazon-curtain-rod/. ), Available Sources: Dining Chairs (similar) | Curtains | Chandelier | | Sideboard (similar) | Table (similar). I was wondering if there is a certain diameter for the curtain rod you would recommend. Hi Kelly, Where to buy it? They are a much better quality than I expected. The color of the guest bedroom pictured in the post is Alabaster. I love my Rivita curtains. Did you add the pleating to yours? Your picture makes it look lighter. To break it down, here are the high points to consider: The curtain panels in each of these rooms have been hanging for four years and I still get compliments. You are welcome! Are these curtains already hemmed? Thanks for sharing. Its just a straight line, nothing too terribly complicated. Just trying to figure out when to mix metals, etc. https://www.atlaneandhigh.com/corner-curtain-rod-for-windows/, At night time, can you see into rooms when the interior lights are on?
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Hi, Janet! The great thing about these is that you can use clips if you prefer, but the curtains already have back tabs that you thread your rod through which creates the pleated look. I recently purchased these as well, planning on putting them up today or tomorrow. Yes! Sometimes ikea curtains do not come hemmed. I actually park in front of the tv and iron them before hanging. What kind of rod did you use? Happy New Year! Have you had a problem with them shrinking every time you wash them? Click HERE for full disclosure*, After searching for white linen alternatives online, a common theme appeared all across the web.
Should I try to whiten these IKEA curtains? Mine are not lined and typically remain open. At first I thought it was the black and then in another photo looks more like the antique brass. Theres a few ways to hang them; they have a traditional pocket poll that would create a more cinched look (which I dont care for all that much). The dining room paint is Laurens Surprise by Sherwin Williams. Going to Atlanta this weekend and planning to go to Ikea. Does that make sense? Could you share where you got your curtain rod and curtain rings? Have a happy new year.
I hope this helps! The length options of these are a big plus. Especially if the top of your arches are close to the ceiling, I would hang close to the ceiling . I noticed your appear more scrunched than mine. Im looking for a long one to hang four panels across the back wall of our family room with 3 sets of French doors. 2! If you want to know what curtain rod I used to hang my curtains all over my home check out my post on Corner Curtain Rods. A LOT. I did a combo in my dining room. I wasnt familiar with Ikea drapes before stumbling across their (almost) seemingly linen panels and ever since, theyve become my number one most recommended inexpensive white curtains.
Cindi. They are inexpensive and so incredibly versatile! But, unlike a lot of stiff/blackout panels, they fall nicely. Your house is beautiful Im wondering which size curtain ring you used from IKEA: 1 1/2 (38 mm) or the 1 (25 mm)?
Thank you! Let me know if you can! The material is thick and has a nice weight; they let just enough light in to provide an airy feel, but are substantial, unlike sheer curtains. Ikeas website says theres about a 4% shrinkage. https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Zahara-Persian-Vase-Oatmeal-Black-Area-Rug-710-X-112/10024697/product.html.
its really useful information. Hi Carol. Hi, Sarah! Can someone tell me how to use the tie back that came with the curtain please. Do you know how to fix that? In the breakfast nook picture you have a door with a window and what appears to be a valance that matches the Ikea curtains. Can you tell me the name of it and where you purchased it? Hi, Jes! But I was wondering what rings you used and if you could show you used them. The great thing about having these length options is so you can hang the curtains as high as possible without them ending too far above the floor. Elizas Playroom Reveal The Play Space is Finally FINISHED! Totally worth it to me with IKEA being a bit of a trek. haha- the link I provided goes through Amazon and while the base price is a little more, the shipping there is free . I think these curtains would fit our space well but I need 120 in and as you know the longest is 118. Measure your length but there are extra long rods available online. I would definitely consider them sheer white curtains. I live near IKEA and will be purchasing these thank you! I would love any recommendations. I struggle with decorating and I am hoping for some advice when it comes to the IKEA Ritva panels We have a local IKEA and when I went to look at these curtains in person I noticed that they are more of an off white/cream rather than white. Hang them with the pocket, inserting the curtain rod into the pocket of the curtains. These curtains look great! Have you tried them in the window yet, unfolded? I will add blackout liners.
Thanks for telling us about friendly curtains for my home. I cant wait until you get in your new home! Hi, Katie! Im not sure what you mean- can you clarify? In my dining rooms, I have arches above the windows. They are cotton so I would expect that, but their lengths come LONG. They are a little more on Amazon than in store, but that is what I have done most recently to save the trip. Our upstairs has 8 ceilings but the downstairs is substantially taller (exception of the dining room with tray ceiling). haha. The Ritvas come with a tie back do you know if this is sewn into the curtain, and if so how did you remove it? They also have back tabs you can run your curtain rod through which creates a more folded effect (like the dining room drapes here). Such a pretty home.
Im so excited!! These are puddled even more. Hi Alexis, Thank you for taking the tie to stop by. ), Oh, thank you so much! I will be buying the Ritvas for the windows in my newly built home. Sorry to be so late to the post! I had looked and looked for the right curtains at the right price and thanks to you, I found them. Just test before committing to them all over your home . Hi, Holly! You mentioned free shipping from Ikea but I feel like Ive never seen that option.
https://kelleynan.com/formal-living-room-tour/, https://rstyle.me/+5M-1rcv7mb_JM6Tc74PdaQ, https://kelleynan.com/the-comprehensive-list-of-paint-colors-throughout-my-home-plus-my-honest-review/, Under $60 for a pair of panels, shipped (less in-store) Order them, Unlike most, they come in 98 and 118, respectively, Are a ridiculously good linen knock-off for the price, Are a softer possibly off-white but unless you have stark white trim, appear white when hung, Have a material conducive to pooling or skimming the floor without looking crumpled. Just found your page and excited to look deeper into it! I used Ikea drapes in my former place (had multiple large windows and put them in between like you did ) and always got a ton of compliments.
Hi Pamela, Thank you so much for stopping by! I recently put up these same curtains. Hi Kelley! Everyone wants to see that but nobody shows it. Brilliant, Kelley! I love the white ones but they also come in a couple of other colors. Im disappointed but really want them to work! We have gorgeous shutters throughout most of our home, but I like the depth and dimension curtains can add. http://rstyle.me/n/bs7x3wb5rpf. I love the simplicity and the cost. They are considerably more inexpensive than buying real linen curtain panels. Hi there!
Simply Pro by Bloom Blog Shop. Thanks for doing this post, I was actually looking online for curtains for my house and since I have liked everything you have recommended I am going to give this ones a try. Heres a link to the rod I used in the breakfast nook. I cant believe what a difference it makes in my room. ?
It is kind of a mix- you can see more of it here: https://kelleynan.com/formal-living-room-tour/ Its hard to say (it definitely has that beigey look- it isnt white or gray) but it also does look more taupe in the pic than in real life. What color walls are your breakfast nook and guest bedroom? Excellent! Do you think these drapes will filter enough light to be sufficient? I wanted the look of pinched pleats, its a little fancier than a normal pleat. In the guest bedroom, we have one pair of Ikea drapes on one large window they are fairly wide so this configuration still works. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.