Why should you buy black curtains?
Looking to reduce light and gain more control over your room’s atmosphere? Black curtains can help you do just that. These curtains help you take control of lighting and temperature. Whether it’s early morning sun or streetlights at night, the right curtains help you rest and relax without distractions.
In homes across New Zealand, people are turning to black curtains for more than just sleep. They’re used to maintain privacy, and insulate rooms across every season. At Freedom, we offer a considered selection of black curtains that not only work well but look good, too.
At Freedom NZ, our black curtains are curated to suit real homes. Each design is selected to feel just right—neither too plain nor too fussy. The fabrics are made to hang well, and the finishes are thoughtfully chosen to match different interior styles.
Below are some benefits of buying black curtains:
- Superior Light Blocking : This is arguably the primary benefit. Black is the most effective color for absorbing light. Blackout curtains, specifically designed with opaque fabrics or linings, can block 99-100% of external light.
- Improved Sleep Quality: Creating a pitch-dark environment promotes melatonin production, crucial for a healthy sleep cycle. Perfect for bedrooms, nurseries, or for shift workers who need to sleep during the day.
- Immersive content viewing experience: Black curtains help eliminate glare on screens and enhance the viewing experience for movies and gaming.
- Protection of Furniture and Flooring: Black curtains help block UV rays that may come from outside, hence protecting your furniture and flooring.
- Easier Maintenance (for visible dirt): Unlike white curtains that show every speck of dust or stain, black curtains tend to conceal minor dirt, dust, and pet hair more effectively, requiring less frequent deep cleaning.
Popular types of black curtains in NZ:
Below are some of the most common black curtains in New Zealand:
- Black Polyester Curtains: Black polyester curtains are incredibly popular in New Zealand for its affordability, durability, wrinkle resistance, and ease of care, making it an excellent choice for daily use.
- Black Linen Curtains: Black linen curtains offer a sophisticated, natural, and slightly textured appearance. While pure black linen might be less common, charcoal black and dark grey curtains are quite popular in New Zealand.
- Black Velvet Curtains: Black velvet curtains offer a luxurious, thick, and plush, velvet hence resulting in an excellent insulation and light-blocking properties naturally due to its dense pile.
- Black Sheer Curtains: Less common for a full black statement, but black or charcoal sheer curtains exist for those who want a dramatic, moody filter for light rather than full blockout.
FAQs for Black Curtains
Q - Are black curtains good for bedrooms?
A - Yes, they are excellent for bedrooms, especially blackout versions. They promote better sleep by creating a dark environment, which helps with melatonin production. They also offer superior privacy and can help regulate bedroom temperature.
Q - Do black curtains fade in sunlight?
A - Yes, dark-colored fabrics, including black, are more prone to fading from prolonged exposure to direct sunlight than lighter colors.
Q - What are popular curtain hanging styles?
A - Popular styles for black curtains are S-Fold/Wave Fold, Eyelet, Rod Pocket, Pleat curtains & more.
Q - Does Freedom provide installment payment plans for Freedom black curtains?
A - We offer interest-free installment payment plans on our Freedom black curtains through services such as Afterpay, Klarna & more.
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