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Hi, Katie! I was about to spend in excess of $1000 for custom curtains but decided this would do beautifully for a bedroom. Thanks. Hi Pamela, Thank you so much for stopping by! Hey there! But, unlike the other two rooms, I actually ended up putting these on some inexpensive curtain rings during this spaces re-vamp a few months ago. curtains mesh ikea panels inch Im tempted to buy these for our west-facing windows.

Thanks for doing this post, I was actually looking online for curtains for my house and since I have liked everything you have recommended I am going to give this ones a try. Did you creamy throughout the house for all trim? Thanks! My curtains aare kind of an off white, which matches our trim, so they look white. My husband wants me to hang curtains to block the light for an extra hour or two of sleep. Are these drapes lined at all? Good luck! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your beautiful BIG windows (& drapes)! You can use these rings with clips to attach to the top of the curtain panel.

Primary Bathroom Reveal The Bathroom is FINALLY FINISHED! I wish you the best of luck in your search! I obviously find these panels appealing because of the price tag and the look but I am worried that they will not fit our home , Brittany, since you have one locally, I would grab a pack to test first. So sorry for the late response! Laurens Surprise by Sherwin Williams . The value and look of these curtains cant be beat. I just love them and I think you will too! The color of the guest bedroom pictured in the post is Alabaster. Do you think these drapes will filter enough light to be sufficient? They come in long lengths that you can customize to fit your window height. I also did a curtain rod comparison for longer rods in a later blog post and heres a link to that. Should I try to whiten these IKEA curtains? We have wood trim so thats not a problem, but I want to paint the walls white. Trista, I may have mis-typed! These are puddled even more.

I see that you have a lot of dark from your light fixtures, but love when you use the golds. A possible solution for you is to use larger curtain rings with clips to make the curtains hang lower. Hi Courtney and thank you for stopping by! For more details see my full disclosure. I meant 98I must have been side tracked when I wrote that ? We are in the middle of renovations and trying to coordinate decor now that we are almost complete. They really are a fantastic deal! (This is my favorite) You can create a pinch pleat with the curtains using the Ritkig curtain hooks. Thanks! We have 10ft ceilings and I bought a 98 curtain. Mine definitely look ivory. Totally worth it to me with IKEA being a bit of a trek. Haha! document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. You should be fine- I think ours are actually around 11 downstairs I hang them high and the downstairs curtains are hung to JUST brush the floor. I have a question I have the IKEA ritva curtains in my home as well.

No, Ikea shipping is crazy high! I can't seem to find your post on the corner curtain rod, if it's still available? Im trying to recreate your look in my own kitchen. Have you tried them in the window yet, unfolded? I purchased the Ritva curtains for three rooms in my house and love them! Thank you so much for visiting and I think you will love them! They have a nice linen look but still, let in a ton of natural light. Hi Trish, Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by. Hi, Heather! Just test before committing to them all over your home . If you want to wash them, do so before your first hanging; they will likely shrink that first time. Of the rod even when pushed to the side. Hi, Elizabeth! Our trim is Creamy which looks white against our greige walls but is definitely more ivory. I keep them pulled up and have considered taking them down on the back of the house where we already have privacy. Kelli, I was noticing that you have more than 2 panels on a lot of your windows.

Hoping these come like that out of the package!

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Ikea Ritva Drapes What You Need to Know About These Inexpensive Curtains. Thanks for sharing. I think these curtains would fit our space well but I need 120 in and as you know the longest is 118.

If so, do you know how? Im so excited!! Does that make sense? Hi Kathleen, Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by! To learn more click. And they are super easy to open and close to gain maximum natural light during the day. How do you get a rod long enough to go across the whole wall? Once the panels are unrolled and hung, they look lighter than they do in the package. They are more of an ivory and actually, in the package, they can almost look yellowed when theyre folded in a tight square. My husband tells me to get what you like, but I am not sure what I like, haha. So I used the Ritkig to create the pinch pleats and the rings to hang from the rod. And the curtains!

In other words, there is a set in the middle of your window in the dining room. When I lived in my last apartment, I didnt HEAR the neighbors but they were ultra dirty and passed their ROACHES on to my apartment! Hi Edith, Thank you so much for stopping by. Hi, Jes! Let me know how it goes! http://rstyle.me/n/cedm25b5rpf, Hi Kelley Can you let me know what color you painted your kitchen walls? The great thing about these is that you can use clips if you prefer, but the curtains already have back tabs that you thread your rod through which creates the pleated look. :)). Sue, good luck! Is that what you did? Our trim is creamy a warmer white so ours dont look yellow I dont know how but I would definitely be tempted to try with a panel. Yes! I am worried they may be too short.Thanks! https://kelleynan.com/the-comprehensive-list-of-paint-colors-throughout-my-home-plus-my-honest-review/. You can also see how versatile they are in the more dressy dining space vs. the more casual breakfast nook. I just suck the rod right through the pocket but Im reading there moghth be a way to kind of weave them The material is thick and has a nice weight; they let just enough light in to provide an airy feel, but are substantial, unlike sheer curtains. I used one long rod to hang all of them; it is linked in the post . Excellent! *Note: even though I ironed them, I did not wash them. My name is Wendy and my goal is to help people create the home they really want to spend time in. Just trying to figure out when to mix metals, etc. Meaning, they look like they are made of linen but they dont have that high linen price tag. Im sorry Im not more helpful; its been a couple years since I purchased mine but I think the coloring should be the same! I would definitely consider them sheer white curtains. Have you had a problem with them shrinking every time you wash them? These are great curtains. Very informative about the ways they can be hung, color, hem, fabric. Hi Alexis, Thank you for taking the tie to stop by. Transform a Room with a Corner Curtain Rod for Windows. And thank you for visiting. Hope this helps! Hello, haha.

You can see in this close-up how they filter in light. I am sorry, but the hem on the curtains is approximately 1/2. I think the quality is excellent for the price. This is one of the reasons I absolutely love these white curtains and definitely count them as among my favorites. Thank you!

Once you take them out, spread them I also ironed each panel before hanging they lighten up. Hi there! And how have you gotten them out?!!! Ive been wanting some for a while but this sealed the deal. Was there a special code or something to get it?

How much length do you allow for puddling on the floor? We also have a breakfast nook within a turret with 2 windows and a door and Im thinking of using burlap shades there since it is rustic surrounded by stone on the walls of the turret. I hope you gained a lot of knowledge on the IKEA RITVA curtains. I used Ikea drapes in my former place (had multiple large windows and put them in between like you did ) and always got a ton of compliments. Hi there! Granted, I believe theyre less than $30 in-store (for a set of 98 panels they come in 108, too), but I found them offered via Amazon Prime for $49 for the set, with free two-day shipping. At first I thought it was the black and then in another photo looks more like the antique brass. & my small widows have window wells around them ,so that is all I see! If you want to know what curtain rod I used to hang my curtains all over my home check out my post on Corner Curtain Rods. I hope this helps. To be honest, its more out of laziness but I still like the way they look You could easily add some hemming tape (HERE) if you wanted them to hit just above the ground/barely meet the floor.\, Available Sources: Curtains |Rug(similar)|Bed|Quilt|Duvet Cover & Shams. Have you had issues with wrinkles?

We also have tall ceilings. I have double doors with windows that I need the same window treatments for. I cant wait to put these in my home! I will add blackout liners. These curtain filter, rather than block out the light. Yes here is a link to the post. Can you tell me what the height of you ceilings are and approximately where your rod is hung. Congratulations on your new house! Those curtains are the greatest, arent they? The door you mentioned actually has a full length shade that is pulled up to the top and does not have a valance.

It has all the details! Thanks. Thanks so much for sharing. Thanks! Available Sources: Dining Table | Dining Chairs | Mirror | Beaded Chandelier | Sideboard (similar) | Curtain Rod |Curtains | Bar Stools. I was wondering if these give enough privacy at night- or can you see through them? Thanks for doing this post, I was actually looking online for curtains for my house and since I have liked everything you have recommended I am going to give this ones a try. Mine take up a great deal I wish curtain reviewers would post photos with the curtains drawn so you can really see the light transmission during the day from the inside and at night from outside. Your home is beautiful! How wide is "each" curtain panel? I cant wait until you get in your new home! I live near IKEA and will be purchasing these thank you! https://kelleynan.com/formal-living-room-tour/, https://rstyle.me/+5M-1rcv7mb_JM6Tc74PdaQ, https://kelleynan.com/the-comprehensive-list-of-paint-colors-throughout-my-home-plus-my-honest-review/, Under $60 for a pair of panels, shipped (less in-store) Order them, Unlike most, they come in 98 and 118, respectively, Are a ridiculously good linen knock-off for the price, Are a softer possibly off-white but unless you have stark white trim, appear white when hung, Have a material conducive to pooling or skimming the floor without looking crumpled. Best of luck in your renovations; I hope you absolutely love what you are transforming. Hello! Hi Kelley! I prefer to use them in rooms that are common areas like I have them in my dining room, breakfast nook and will be adding them to my family room soon.

What kind of rod did you use? Its like having pants that are too short. Thanks!! Im having a trouble figure out how to hang them . Its available at most craft stores or you can purchase from Amazon here. Stacey, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your kind note. Hi There! Thanks so much! Thanks for telling us about friendly curtains for my home. Heres a link to the rod I used in the breakfast nook. Looking for a thermal option but its the only 65 curtain Ikea has. I have purchased these for my living and dining rooms. For a nice look thats more than a little more budget friendly, the Ikea Ritva drapes are the magical unicorn of the low-cost linen-like curtains. I recently purchased these as well, planning on putting them up today or tomorrow. They are inexpensive and so incredibly versatile! https://www.atlaneandhigh.com/corner-curtain-rod-for-windows/, At night time, can you see into rooms when the interior lights are on? Michelle, I am so glad you like them! I had looked and looked for the right curtains at the right price and thanks to you, I found them. Thanks so much! I have seen awesome trim ideas, also. They are a little more on Amazon than in store, but that is what I have done most recently to save the trip. Love that rug in your sitting room.! I really like the look. THANKS SO MUCH!! I have tall ceilings in my living room area so they might work out great. These are PERFECT for outfitting a lot of windows! They are relatively thin (like linen). That is how I run mine through . At the time of this post, the trim is Creamy. On? You will need an iron and measuring tape.

In the breakfast nook picture you have a door with a window and what appears to be a valance that matches the Ikea curtains. If you dont have a sewing machine and dont know anyone with one then you can use hemming tape. The color of the breakfast nook is Edgecomb Gray. The buffet was a Home Goods find from five or six years ago. Hi Angela, Thank you so much for stopping by! The Ritva panels from IKEA. If you look up Randi Garrett Design, she has those, with drapes, in her living room and they are gorgeous! Our home has bright white trim and doors and we have white blinds as well Do you think these panels will look okay? Am I putting them Im looking for a long one to hang four panels across the back wall of our family room with 3 sets of French doors. These curtains look great! This creates the illusion of taller ceilings. its really useful information. Ill have to check them out! I love this look and its exactly what I was looking for for our new home my husband designed with SIXTY windows!!! The Ritvas come with a tie back do you know if this is sewn into the curtain, and if so how did you remove it? They also have back tabs you can run your curtain rod through which creates a more folded effect (like the dining room drapes here). I have a similar rod (same size) and am wondering which size rings would work best. Just wondering what you used for the rod? Eileen, there should be tab loops on the back. You know how much I love your home and style! You should also have your curtains go at the very least to skim the floor. is the trim creamy there too? I am trying to decide between the 84 and the 118 we are having 9 ceilings, but I like to hang my curtains rod a tad bit higher than the norm Thanks!! Absolutely beautiful, but we are rise and shine at 5:30am as a result. What do you think, is it a faux pas? Hi Candace, each panel is 57 inches wide. I would prefer these over blackout for expense and weight. A LOT. Would you say the Ritva curtains keep the cold/heat out, or no? Thanks. Hi Kelley, I am wondering what color is the curtain rod you use in your dining room. What is the advantage of having these options? Or you can enlist a neighbor or friend who has a sewing machine if you dont have one. Especially if the top of your arches are close to the ceiling, I would hang close to the ceiling . Thanks so much! Hi Cindi, I am so happy you like the curtains.

What lengths do IKEA Ritva Curtains come in? I love your taste and your site. What did you use for the blind/shade? Hi, Tiffany! I think I am going to buy them for every room in our house! Honestly, I have white faux wood blinds and dont like them. In the breakfast nook, the curtains are positioned where they just meet the floor. Sorry to be so late to the post! Heres a link to my paint colors post for more info, if that helps. Xoxo, Summer.

The breakfast nook was Perfect Greige by Sherwin Williams. Brilliant, Kelley! Crazy enough, I dont have them hangining against any stark white walls but they are translucent enough to still look airy and bright. Are these curtains already hemmed?

Learn how your comment data is processed. Thats why I LOVE these IKEA Ritva Curtains. It has been a great storage solution for us. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I have a question about the Zahara Persian rug you have in your sitting area, I love it in your photo do you have another photo to show the true colors, when I go to the website to purchase it looks very very creamy/yellow. Mine will be opened and closed daily. I just ordered the same curtains. I was wondering the same thing. I *think* at least 10 ft. downstairs- I went with 98 everywhere. I love them! Was this helpful? I would!

What color walls are your breakfast nook and guest bedroom? Could you share where you got your curtain rod and curtain rings? After seeing how beautiful your curtains are, I clicked your link and ordered them and absolutely love them.

While thats not the case now, the trim color in both rooms is creamy. No one likes them to be too short. I belive the shortest size they come in is 98 length. But, unlike a lot of stiff/blackout panels, they fall nicely. I see 98 and 118 108 would be perfect! Thanks for the suggestion!! Or will it look like I tried to match the bright white and failed miserably? haha- the link I provided goes through Amazon and while the base price is a little more, the shipping there is free . Your house is beautiful! Thank you- Perfect Greige by Sherwin Williams. Im not sure what you mean- can you clarify? http://rstyle.me/n/bs7x3wb5rpf. I did a combo in my dining room. I love the white ones but they also come in a couple of other colors. The long one in the breakfast room?

Also I was wondering if you could do a post on your foyer/ entrance and what chandeliers do you recommend? Its just a straight line, nothing too terribly complicated. Thanks!! Simply Pro by Bloom Blog Shop. Hi, Monica!

Do they slide easily using the tabs on the back? The great thing about having these length options is so you can hang the curtains as high as possible without them ending too far above the floor. Love!! I have 4 pairs in my family room and 3 pairs in my bedroom. I posted a comment but my email address was wrong. Its off white did you bleach yours. Hi, Tiffany! Thanks in advance for the advice! It doesnt look good. At night, they look a bit more opaque. I hope this helps! You can do what I did and ask your Mom who is an amazing seamstress to hem them.she is awesome! These curtains are available in a 98 inch length or 118 inch length. I really like both paints. Your different photos are very helpful. Im about to try out this trick for a new home thats like 3 times the size of the tiny row where I live now. It always blows me away when I see one curtain panel going for over $100! They are only available in two sizes but I know a lot of people have gone up a size and used no-sew hemming tape! It looks wonderful, may I know what curtain rods were used for the dinning room? I wasnt familiar with Ikea drapes before stumbling across their (almost) seemingly linen panels and ever since, theyve become my number one most recommended inexpensive white curtains. I want this rug for my dining room if its like yours in the picture!

Hi, Sarah! I too have been reading on line about this brand of curtain and its versitility. Sometimes ikea curtains do not come hemmed. And even if you spring for linen curtains from other mid-range retailers, youre likely looking for well over $150/panel. I love the look of your curtains with the creamy color by sherwin williams. Do you think these curtains will provide any kind of insulation from the cold at night? Hello, I am liking this look!! Mine are flat at the top but other styles are available. How tall are your ceilings? These curtains are wonderful and I hope you love them! With a bit of research and a little luck, I found the perfect budget-friendly solution Ikea Ritva curtains. The guest bedroom was Alabaster by Sherwin Williams. I did the same as the dining room four panels across three windows in a 98 length. Hi, Amy! I love my Rivita curtains. And they only come in 84 inch length, what about if you have 9 foot or vaulted ceilings? What about the rod you used in the dining room? Hi, Leanne! * This post contains affiliate links. Theres a few ways to hang them; they have a traditional pocket poll that would create a more cinched look (which I dont care for all that much). I would love any recommendations. To break it down, here are the high points to consider: The curtain panels in each of these rooms have been hanging for four years and I still get compliments.

Kerry, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your kind note. https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Zahara-Persian-Vase-Oatmeal-Black-Area-Rug-710-X-112/10024697/product.html. I am in love with it and need it at my new house . Hi Monica, Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by. Hi Don, Thank you for taking the time to stop by and for your note.

We live on the water and the sun rises outside our bedroom window. I cant wait to buy some now after seeing your post! In all of your pictures they look great, but they look more white to me. Can you tell me the name of it and where you purchased it? I decided to hang enough panels to get the privacy we needed. My curtains are not lined, so they are not meant to keep out the cold or the heat. Nope- I love that look. I actually park in front of the tv and iron them before hanging. I just hung mine and they are definitely creamier next to a stark white mantle and trim.

Im wondering if the top is flat, perhaps I could move the liner from our existing drapes to these. Everyone wants to see that but nobody shows it. Would you mind telling me where you purchased the chandelier in the dining room? your blog is just gorgeous! Glad you are a fan! It is kind of a mix- you can see more of it here: https://kelleynan.com/formal-living-room-tour/ Its hard to say (it definitely has that beigey look- it isnt white or gray) but it also does look more taupe in the pic than in real life. Did you add the pleating to yours? Just follow the directions on the product.

I hope this helps! Your home is SO beautiful! Thanks!!! Its been a long time and I cant remember what rings are used here or where I got them, but I think these are the hooks I used: https://amzn.to/3ux23Qd and Ive use these rings on almost all my curtain panels for the past couple of years: https://amzn.to/39IdGd9 I hope this helps! Do you anticipate it will make a difference on the amount of light blocked or do you think we will be disappointed. Thanks! Such a pretty home. Cindi. ), Available Sources: Dining Chairs (similar) | Curtains | Chandelier | | Sideboard (similar) | Table (similar).

Curtains can be so expensive! Hi! They are cotton so I would expect that, but their lengths come LONG. And yes, I always mix metals . Thanks, Janet. Worth it not to do the Tour de Ikea. Do they still look okay in your rooms with white walls? This is yet another reason that I love these curtains! And, thank you! They are lined but definitely let tons of light through. I love that! Hi, Holly! If this isnt an issue for you then go for it! How do you feel about curtains with plantation shutters? Just found your page and excited to look deeper into it! I used this when I hung my curtains in my breakfast nook. Thanks again! I have three sets of windows in my living room, all lined up next to each other and I cant figure out how to get a rod to extend across all three, unless I use the flush mount rods, one for each window? In the dining room, I used four Ikea Ritva curtain panels across the large three-window wall and allowed them to barely puddle. The dining room paint is Laurens Surprise by Sherwin Williams. Either way, he price seems crazy cheap. Thanks! I have switched a few rooms to systems with custom shades and while I love them, custom window treatments arent a cheap investment. Hi and thanks for stopping by at Lane and High! Let me know if you can! Your picture makes it look lighter. I recently put up these same curtains. , Absolutely- here is an affilaite link. Hi there! Great post. Hi!

I think as long as you get the curtains that are lined you should have the privacy you are looking for. Rae Dunn: What is it? Then check the box, DONE!! *Posts on KelleyNan.com may contain affiliate links. Learn how your comment data is processed. Absolutely beautiful home. I struggle with decorating and I am hoping for some advice when it comes to the IKEA Ritva panels We have a local IKEA and when I went to look at these curtains in person I noticed that they are more of an off white/cream rather than white. Going to Atlanta this weekend and planning to go to Ikea. Hi Sam, Thank you so much for stopping by! If your trim is stark white, the curtains may look creamier in comparison. (You can find them HERE. Hi, Lauren! Hi Kelley! I am so glad to know that this post was helpful to you. This is so great!

I am working through some lighting updates and will definitely post! Although I LOVE the way they hang, Im not sure how I feel about the color. Ikea never ceases to amaze me with great finds here and there. In the family room I added contrast fabric in a 4 inch band along the insiders each panel. Everyone comments how great they look.

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