Silk Curtains Guide: Real Silk, Dupioni and Faux Silk, Sun Damage and Lining, Colours and Sheen, Dry Cleaning, Drape and Weight, Indicative Rates Per Metre, Stitching and Care for Formal Rooms in Pakistan
Silk curtains have a natural sheen and luxurious drape, and real silk, dupioni and faux silk each suit different budgets. Real silk is delicate and fades in sun, so lining and placement matter. Prices run from about PKR 600 to PKR 8,000 per metre. This page covers real silk, dupioni and faux silk, sun damage and lining, colours and sheen, dry cleaning, drape and weight, rates, stitching and care. For related pages see gold curtains, curtain fabrics and decorative curtains.
Real silk, dupioni and faux silk
Real silk is smooth and fine, dupioni has slubs and a crisp texture and faux silk uses polyester or viscose to imitate the look at lower cost and with better durability. Ask for fibre content in writing.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common retail figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Faux silk or silk-look, per metre | PKR 600 - 1,500 |
| Dupioni silk, per metre | PKR 2,000 - 5,000 |
| Pure silk, per metre | PKR 3,500 - 8,000 |
| Lining, per metre | PKR 150 - 450 |
| Stitching, per panel | PKR 400 - 1,500 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Sun damage and lining
Sunlight weakens and fades real silk, so always line it and avoid south and west windows without protection. Interlining adds body and further protects. Faux silk fades less but still benefits from lining.
Colours and sheen
Silk looks rich in gold, ivory, navy, emerald and burgundy. Sheen changes with light, so view samples at the window. Dyes in silk can show water marks, so protect from damp.
Drape and weight
Silk drapes beautifully but can be light, so use hem weights and lining. Heavier dupioni holds pleats well. Plan fullness of about 2 to 2.5 times.
Dry cleaning and care
Dry-clean silk and avoid washing. Dust gently, keep away from damp and rotate curtains seasonally if possible. Fitting should be done by a trained fixer, and the window frame, wall and fixing points checked for strength first.
Before you decide
Choose faux silk for durability or real silk with lining and expect dry-cleaning costs. Ask the seller for a fabric or product sample, confirm the width, material and colour fastness in writing and agree a return policy before paying. Visit the shop in person, hold the sample against the actual window and ask how long delivery and fitting will take before you pay a deposit. Measure the window or opening twice, order a small sample or a single panel first if the job is large, compare at least two quotes on the same specification of fabric, hardware and fitting, and keep the invoice and warranty card. Confirm delivery and fitting dates in writing, check the finished work in daylight and at night, and ask the supplier what happens if the colour or size differs from the sample. Prices change with fabric costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real silk fades in sun and needs lining and care, faux silk lasts better. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 600 to 8,000 per metre depending on fibre. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
Yes, to protect from sun and add body. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Dry-clean them. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
A crisp silk with irregular slubs. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Send the quantity, the size or rating and a photo of the space. We reply with a written rate that names the model and the warranty, and lists what is and is not included, so the comparison with other sellers is fair.
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