Printed curtains add colour, character and story to a room. From soft florals to bold abstracts, a print can set the tone for the whole space. Explore printed curtain fabrics at the Vishvesh showroom on Cathedral Road, Chennai.
What are printed curtains?
Printed curtains are curtains where the design is applied to the surface of the fabric, rather than woven into it. Methods include digital, screen and block printing. Printing allows detailed motifs, many colours and photographic effects, so printed curtains offer the widest range of designs, from florals and botanicals to abstracts.
Printed vs woven pattern curtains
| Feature | Printed curtains | Woven pattern curtains |
|---|---|---|
| How the design is made | Applied to the fabric surface | Woven into the fabric with coloured yarns |
| Design detail | Very fine, many colours | Limited by the weave |
| Back of the fabric | Usually plain or lighter | Shows a reverse of the pattern |
| Look | Crisp, painterly or photographic | Textured, dimensional |
Both are types of patterned curtains. See our patterned curtains collection for jacquards and woven designs.
For a side-by-side guide, read plain vs printed vs geometric curtains.
How to choose printed curtains
Start with the room's colours
Pick a print that shares one or two colours with your sofa, rug or walls. This ties the room together.
Consider print scale
Large prints suit tall, wide windows where the full design can be seen. Small prints suit smaller rooms and windows.
Let the print lead
When curtains carry a strong print, keep upholstery and walls simpler. One bold pattern per room is easier to live with.
Protect prints from sun
Strong Chennai sun can fade printed colours on west-facing windows. A lining slows fading and keeps colours richer for longer.
Printed curtains by room
- Living rooms: large florals or abstracts make a statement on main windows.
- Bedrooms: soft botanical prints with blackout lining.
- Dining rooms: classic motifs add formality.
- Kids’ rooms: washable printed fabrics in cheerful themes.
Custom printed curtains, stitched to fit
Frequently Asked Questions
Printed curtains are one type of patterned curtain. In printed curtains, the design is applied to the fabric surface. Other patterned curtains, such as jacquards, have the design woven into the fabric with coloured yarns.
Printed colours can fade over time on windows that get strong direct sun. A lining protects the face fabric and slows fading. Sheer curtains in front of printed curtains also reduce direct sun exposure.
Large floral, botanical or abstract prints suit living rooms with wide windows. Choose a print that shares colours with your sofa or rug, and keep other surfaces simpler so the curtains become the focal point.
Yes. Soft, calm prints such as botanicals or tonal florals suit bedrooms. Add a blackout lining for better sleep and privacy.
Yes, if the patterns share colours and differ in scale. Pair a large-print curtain with a small-pattern or plain sofa fabric. Our team can help coordinate curtain and upholstery fabrics at the showroom.
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