How To Add Depth And Dimension To Your Space With Simple Sheer Curtains

Decorating your home, whether you've lived in it for years or you're decorating a new home from scratch, can be a fun and creative project that lets you express yourself. Choosing what decor to add to create depth and dimension to your space can be a challenge, but with a delicate balance of textures, colors, and layers of sheer curtains, you'll be able to create a space that's both inviting and spacious.

You can use colored sheer curtains — think pink or blue — to add a watercolor feel to your room, adding a delicate layer of visual interest without overwhelming the room. Or, you can combine sheer curtains with a heavier option (like cotton) to create a layered look that provides both privacy and adjustable light control. You also have options when it comes to adding embellishments like embroidery to accentuate the appearance of this simple material.

Be aware of the mistakes everyone makes when buying curtains before experimenting with your sheer curtains. You don't want to go through the hassle of multiple returns just to find the right length or width. We cover the (almost) endless ways that you can zhuzh up simple sheer curtains to make any room of your home feel more visually interesting below.

Beyond the color of the sheer curtain you choose to add to your room, you can also add depth and dimension to your space by how you hang this type of material. If you have high ceilings, you can hang sheer curtains higher and wider than the window frame to create the illusion of taller and wider windows. Regardless of how high your ceilings or windows are, you can always "puddle" your sheer curtains on the floor to make the room feel taller.

By adding double curtain rods, you can play around with color variations of your sheer curtains to add even more dimension, like using two different shades of green layered from lightest to darkest, to create a subtle, layered effect. Or, if you have a room with blackout curtains, you can layer sheer curtains on top to achieve a whimsical look for your otherwise drab visual. Especially with high windows and ceilings, you can successfully layer your curtains with two contrasting subtle textures, like basic sheer and sheer linen, to add visual depth to your space.

Regardless of whether you're hanging one sheer curtain or two, it's always smart to consider color coordination between your curtains and the room color to create a fun way to pull your room together. If you have a neutral-colored room (like white or beige), you can use contrasting sheer curtains to add personality. If you have a brightly colored room, opt for softer curtain colors like white or cream.