Astor Bedspread

A glamourous quilted bedspread from Riva Paoletti.

Astor is a rich embroidered bed spread

Includes 2 free pillow shams!

Price: £95.00 (Including: VAT at 17.5%)

Buyers Guide

Welcome to the Click 4 Curtains guide to readymade curtains.

Readymade curtains provide a room with that "finished look" as well as keeping out bright sunlight, preventing furniture from fading. Readymade curtains also help keep the warmth in your home during the winter. Our range of ready-made curtains are available in a variety of widths, weights and styles ensuring the right look to co-ordinate with any style of home.

Readymade curtains can be a great way to inject colour into a room, or to make a real feature of a window - readymade curtains can be dressed up or down as much as you want. Brighter/richer colours and heavier readymade curtains will draw the eye to a window, while lighter colours and fabrics will make a small window appear larger.

There are many different types of ready made curtains available form Click 4 Curtains these include Eyelet readymade Curtains, Pencil Pleat Readymade Curtains, Tab Top Readymade curtains, Traditional readymade curtains , Contemporary readymade curtains and Lined Voile readymade Curtains.

The style or character of your house should have an influence on your choice of readymade curtains. Older homes and cottages lend themselves to traditional readymade curtains. Whilst modern homes and apartments with floor to ceiling windows lend themselves to more contemporary readymade curtains and accessories.

Eyelet Readymade Curtains

Eyelet readymade curtains increased in popularity in the UK in the early 2000's. Traditional popular in Europe Eyelet readymade curtains are hung by threading the curtain pole through the eyelet heading. For the best results your eyelet readymade curtains should have a double gather. Eyelet readymade curtains are popular in modern homes and apartments and give a clean contemporary look to your windows.

Tab Top Readymade Curtains

Tab Top Readymade curtains are a contemporary style and are also hung by threading the curtain pole through the tab top heading.
Tab Top readymade curtains are popular in modern homes and apartments. Tab top readymade curtains should have a 1 ½ to double gather for the best results on your window.
It is important when hanging tap top readymade curtains that your pole is at least 3 inches above your window to allow for the length of the tab.

Lined Voile Readymade Curtains

Lined voile readymade curtains are rapidly becoming one of the favourite styles of curtains in the UK today.
Lined voile readymade curtains consist of a sheer panel of fabric which is lined to offer privacy. This results in a light weight readymade curtain which allows natural light into your room.
For this reason lined voile readymade curtains are extremely popular in conservatories, lounges and in rooms that have low natural daylight.
There are many varieties of lined voile readymade curtains to choose from including traditional embroidered designs and contemporary eyelet readymade curtains.

Traditional Readymade Curtains

Traditional readymade curtains remain as popular today as ever. Traditional readymade curtains are suited to older houses or cottages.
There are many styles of traditional readymade curtains available such as Floral prints, Jacquards and Regency Stripes.
Most styles traditional readymade curtains have a range of accessories to compliment them and it is popular to hang them with a coordinating valance and tiebacks. Cushion covers are also available to match most designs of traditional readymade curtains.

Contemporary Readymade Curtains.

Contemporary readymade curtains are by far the largest selling category in the UK today.
Most suited to modern homes and apartments, there are many styles of contemporary ready made curtains available.
Contemporary readymade curtains change with fashion and can be found in the latest colours and designs.
The most popular looks at the moment are Retro prints and faux silk embossed fabrics.
Contemporary readymade curtains can be hung on a track or a curtain pole and for the best results should have a double gather.

Types Of Readymade Curtain Headings.

'Heading' is used to describe how the top of your readymade curtains are attached to the track or pole
There are three different types, each one giving your readymade curtains a different look and finish.

Pencil Pleat (Tape Top) Readymade Curtains.

Pencil pleat headed readymade curtains can be hung on a curtain track or pole. The three hook positions allow some adjustment to the final depth of your readymade curtain. They can be fitted with a decorative valance if required.

'Tape' is the name for the band of fabric with string threaded through which is attached to the inside top edge of each readymade curtain Hooks are looped through the tape to attach the readymade curtains to the track or pole The tape on all our readymade curtains is 3" The tape will have 3 rows of strings running through it. Please note that if you place your hooks on the tape at the highest position your track or pole will show over the top of the readymade curtains. If you choose the lowest position it will be hidden.

How To Hang Your Pencil Pleat Readymade Curtains.

On Curtain Tracks -

Tape top readymade curtains need to be gathered before they can be hung up. If using a track it is usually recommended that you put the hooks into the bottom row of strings so the curtain top covers the track
Pull the readymade curtains along the string to gather them up. The readymade curtains should be gathered to just over half the window width, this will allow them to overlap when closed. Please note that once you have gathered readymade curtains they cannot be returned so make sure you are happy with the size and colour before you start
Once your readymade curtains are gathered to the right width tie off the strings at the inside edge. Do not tie too tightly as it is common to loosen these off after a readymade curtain has been washed. You can, if you wish, trim the strings but again do not trim them too short. The string ends can then be tucked neatly into the tape so as not to be seen
Now hooks should be placed at each end of each readymade curtain and then at intervals of approximately 4"
You can now thread the hooks through the track glides on your track making sure you place a hook through the last track glide which acts as an end cap anchoring the readymade curtains in place.

On Curtain Poles -

If using a curtain pole it is usually recommended that you put the hooks into the top row of strings in your tape so the curtain pole shows above your readymade curtains. Hooks should be placed at each end of each readymade curtains and then at intervals of approximately 4".
On the tape top there will be between 1 and 3 strings. First tie the strings together at the outside edge of each readymade curtain
Pull the readymade curtains along the string to gather them up. The readymade curtains should be gathered to just over half the window width. This will allow the readymade curtains to overlap when closed. Please note that once you have gathered readymade curtains they cannot be returned so make sure you are happy with the size and colour before you start
Once your readymade curtains are gathered to the right width tie off the strings at the inside end. Do not tie too tightly as it is common to loosen these off after a readymade curtains have been washed. You can, if you wish, trim the stings but again do not trim them too short. The string ends can then be tucked neatly into the tape so as not to be seen
Now hooks should be placed at each end of each readymade curtain and then at intervals of approximately 4".
You can now thread the hooks through the loops at the bottom of your curtain rings
Thread the curtain rings onto the pole but make sure that the last ring is secured on the outside of the pole behind where is attached to the wall as this will anchor the readymade curtains and stop them from moving when you close them.

How to Care For Your Readymade Curtains

Hanging Your Readymade Curtains.

Hang your readymade curtains away from the window pane so that they are not in contact with condensation.
Run your fingers along the natural folds of your readymade curtains to move the pleats into position.
Don't worry if your new readymade curtains have crease and pressure marks. These will disappear from your readymade curtains as the fabric settles.

Readymade Curtain Manufacturers

Manufacturing of readymade curtains used to be mainly based in the North West of England.
Readymade curtains were produced in the huge mills and exported around the world.
These days readymade curtains are mainly produced overseas in countries such as China, Turkey and India.
Readymade curtains reflect the influences of these countries and are available in a huge range of fabrics, designs and colours.
Many of the original readymade curtain manufacturers are still based in the North West of England , the largest of theses companies are Rectella and Curtina.

Measuring for Readymade Curtains.

Readymade curtains are available in standard widths and drops, which reflect the most popular sizes of peoples windows.
The vast majority of readymade curtains are sold in pairs.
The size of the readymade curtain on the packet refers to each individual curtain. For example a pair of 46"x54" readymade curtains will contain two curtains both 46" width x 54" drop.
When measuring the width of your window for readymade curtains, you should measure the width of your curtain track or pole, not the window width, this will ensure a full fitting of your curtains.

If you are yet to buy your track or pole, please allow 6" (15cm) above your window and allow 6" (15cm) either side of your window. This will allow your readymade curtains to be drawn back from your window and will allow more light into your room.
To give you a luxurious fitting for your readymade curtains, we recommend that the combined width of your curtains should be as close to double the size of your window as possible.

Measuring the length of your curtains...

First, decide where you would like the length of your readymade curtains to finish.

* To the window sill... We suggest that sill length readymade curtains finish 1/2"(1.5cm) above the window sill.

* Below the sill... If you want your readymade curtains below your sill, we recommend they finish 6"(15cm) below.

* To the floor We suggest that your readymade curtains finish. 1/2" (1.5cm) above the floor.

* Please Note... For pencil pleat readymade curtains, measure from the eye at the bottom of the curtain ring. For tab top readymade curtains measure from the top of the pole. For eyelet curtains, please allow 1 1/2" extra on your drop as the readymade curtains start above the pole.

Linings

Readymade curtains hang better if they are lined. Readymade curtain linings also improve the appearance of colours and patterns, protect your readymade curtains against strong sunlight and improve insulation when it's cold. Separate readymade curtain linings are available from our site click 4 curtains .com.
Blackout linings are also available for your readymade curtains. Readymade blackout linings will block sunlight , protect your readymade curtains and keep heat in your room.

Cleaning Your Readymade Curtains.

Before you clean your readymade curtains, loosen the draw-strings and remove the curtain hooks.
Lined readymade curtains should always be dry cleaned. Care instructions will be sewn into the linings of your readymade curtains.
We recommend that all our readymade curtains are professionally cleaned according to their individual care instructions, these can be found on packaging or on the sewn in labels Any creases that occur from the readymade curtain being packed should fall out after hanging in a warm room Apart from velvet, most readymade curtains may be ironed with a warm dry iron on the reverse side, make sure you avoid the hem at the bottom and on the sides.

Accessories To Match Readymade Curtains

Accessories can often add a perfect finishing touch to your new readymade curtains
Most readymade curtains are available with tie backs and cushion covers to match, these are usually sold separately
Tie backs should be cared for using the same care instructions as your readymade curtains
Cushion covers should also be cared for using the same care instructions as your readymade curtains.