Not long ago, a client brought in a pair of curtains made from William Morris fabric — the Strawberry Thief pattern from 1883. They’d been hanging in the same sunlit front room for over twenty years. You’d expect the usual by then: colours softened, edges worn, linings starting to break down quietly at the seams.

We often get the same quiet question at Farthings: “I need my curtains cleaned but I can’t take them down. I’m older now and would rather not get on a ladder. Can you help?” If that is your situation, please know that you are not alone, and yes, we can help.

Many of our customers are unsure about the risks and care involved with cleaning blackout curtains, so we want to clarify what you need...

Ever went to buy curtains and then got stuck on sizing? Firstly, decide on what type of curtain you’d like to buy, eyelets or pencil...