I’ve decided to add floor-to-ceiling panels to the windows in my living room. Choosing the fabric pattern was relatively straight-forward, but I have no idea how to select the curtain rod color. There are so many options! What should I take into account first? Mary, Ladue
“Curtain rods are typically chosen based on the overall finishes throughout the house, the style and color of the room, as well as the budget,” says interior designer Liz Basler of Castle Design. “Sometimes I pair the color of the accessories, finishes, and door hardware with the rod, and sometimes we use rods for impact and style,” she says. In the case of the room shown above, Basler selected a quality gold rod to match the finishes. She didn’t want the rod to compete with the beautiful chinoiserie fabric and upholstery, she says. Additionally, the curtain rod needed to hang in a bay window with tight clearances, as well as provide a timeless and high-end look.
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Designer Jessie D. Miller of Jessie D. Miller Interior Design likes the look of custom metal rods in antique, unlacquered brass, polished nickel, or matte black. “These have a timeless and elegant feel that can work well in both traditional and contemporary spaces,” she says. If you’re unsure about mixing metallic finishes, a good rule of thumb is to mimic the finish of the most prominent hardwired decorative lighting element in the room. “This will create a cohesive and considered sense that will elevate the design of your space,” says Miller.
