The Best Winter Curtain Fabrics & Linings to Keep Your Home Warm

Heat energy can be reduced through windows, but curtains with the right fabric and lining can significantly reduce heat loss, keeping your home comfortable and saving on energy bills.

At Pikk, we offer a wide range of premium fabrics and customisation options to ensure your curtains not only look stunning but also perform brilliantly.

Velvet: The Winter Essential

Velvet curtains are a winter staple for a reason. It’s thick, luxurious texture naturally helps block drafts, making it one of the most effective fabrics for keeping the cold at bay. Whether in deep jewel tones for a dramatic look or soft neutrals for understated elegance, velvet curtains transform any room into a cosy haven.

Lille Royal Made to Measure Curtains by Style Furnishings offer a luxurious appearance and feel. It features a stunning fabric that adds that extra wow to your space.

Chenille: Soft and Durable

Chenille curtains offer a perfect balance of softness and strength, ideal for high-traffic spaces like living rooms. Its textured finish adds depth to your interiors while providing effective insulation.

Asana Navy Made to Measure Curtains by Style Furnishings are a modern and stylish chevron design that’s perfect for adding style and warmth to your space.

Half Panama Prints: Style Meets Substance

For a contemporary touch, half panama print curtains deliver both aesthetic appeal and functionality. Their closely woven structure makes them a practical choice for maintaining warmth in modern homes.

Ollie Charcoal Made to Measure Curtains by Style Furnishings are a beautiful design stylised by a leaf motif throughout, which combined with it’s offset stripes reflects the duality of order and chaos found within nature.

While the fabric sets the tone, the lining affects how well your curtains perform in winter. All our made to measure curtains come with a choice of linings, including thermal and blackout options, to keep your home comfortable and energy-efficient.

Thermal linings are the star of the season, offering effective heat retention. They create a barrier against cold drafts, helping to trap warmth inside and keep the chilly air at bay. By reducing heat loss through your windows, thermal linings significantly improve your home’s energy efficiency. This not only makes your space more comfortable but also helps lower heating costs, keeping your home warm without the extra expense. According to GQ Magazine, ‘When properly fitted, these thermal drapes can reduce heat loss by as much as 25 per cent, which will, in turn, reduce our need to crank up the thermostat.’

In addition to blocking out sunlight, blackout linings provide an extra layer of insulation, helping to keep rooms cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. This makes them perfect for bedrooms, where a dark, quiet environment enhances sleep and relaxation while also improving energy efficiency.

Bonded linings combine the benefits of interlining and a standard lining, adding weight and thickness to your curtains. This makes them particularly effective for drafty windows or older homes.

At Pikk, we offer a large stylish range of made to measure curtains crafted to suit your unique style and needs. Plus, every made to measure order comes with a free matching cushion or tie back, giving a polished look for your space.

Can’t decide which fabric to go with? Order up to three free fabric samples and find the perfect fit for your home this winter. Our premium, made to measure curtains, crafted in the UK offer quality and a perfect fit, customers will also get a 3 year guarantee on their made to measure curtains.