How long should Curtains be?
Need new curtains and wondering what length to go for? Floor length is the standard length for curtains and looks best when it comes to style.
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Kate Duckworth
Kate is a senior brand marketing manager at Swift Direct Blinds and our resident trends and interior expert. She's currently immersed in the refurbishment of her own home, so she knows firsthand the challenges of choosing the perfect window treatments. She's here to lend her expertise and guide our customers towards ideal, stylish solutions.
Kate has an unbridled enthusiasm for interior design and researches interior trends to keep our customers ahead of the curve. With a degree in fashion and textiles from the University of Huddersfield and over a decade of experience in the interior sector, she's not just a name - she's a trusted authority. Her insights have graced the pages of distinguished interior and lifestyle websites, including Real Homes and Marie Claire, earning her recognition as an expert in the field.
So if you're looking for help choosing the perfect window treatments to create a space you love, Kate is your girl.
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