Buying guide

Clarke and Clarke Curtains: Designs and How to Choose

Q: Which Clarke & Clarke curtain choice fits your brief?

Choose the visible fabric first, then use lining, interlining and heading to make it work in the room.

Q: What to confirm before buying patterned made-to-measure curtains

Patterned designer fabric needs one extra conversation before you order: expectations. Ask how the pattern scale will look at your window, how the heading may affect the visible repeat, and what to expect around pattern matching.

Q: Should I choose blackout lining for Clarke & Clarke bedroom curtains?

Choose blackout lining when reducing intrusive light is useful, especially in bedrooms. It is not automatically right for every room, so balance light control with the look and weight you want.

Q: Do wave heading Clarke & Clarke curtains need special hardware?

Yes. Wave curtains use specialist tape and tracks, and a wave track is required to get the most out of the heading.

Choose Clarke and Clarke curtains by room, fabric, lining and heading, with practical made-to-measure advice from British Made Interiors.

British Made Interiors19 July 2026

Choose Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure curtains through British Made Interiors if you want designer fabric choice made to your sizes and style, and you are ready to check colour, scale, lining and heading before ordering. Avoid treating one fabric, lining or heading as best for every room: the right choice depends on room use, light control, fabric behaviour and hardware.

If timing matters, include that in your shortlist early. British Made Interiors states that its made-to-measure curtains are shipped within 20 working days^[1] as standard.

Key Takeaways

Decide whether the room needs bold pattern, calmer texture or practical light control.
Check the exact fabric details for the product you like. Do not assume every Clarke & Clarke curtain fabric has the same composition or finish.
Use samples before you commit, because images may not fully show colour, scale or size in your room.
Choose lining, interlining and heading after the fabric shortlist, not as an afterthought.

What makes Clarke & Clarke curtains a design-led choice?

Clarke & Clarke curtains are a good fit when you want designer fabric choice made to your sizes and style through British Made Interiors, with samples used before ordering to confirm colour and scale. The range includes bold pattern, retro geometry, celestial and natural themes, plus velvets, cottons, semi-sheers and bouclés for layered interiors.^[2]

So start with the room, not the fabric name. In a living room, the curtains might frame the window and become part of the main scheme. In a bedroom, lining and light control may be just as important as pattern.

Our Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure curtains help because they are made to your sizes and style in our Yorkshire workroom, with fabric samples available before you order.^[3] When you are ready to compare options, use the Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure curtain range as the next product step.

Clarke & Clarke curtain designs: pattern, texture and colour

Bold Clarke and Clarke patterns suit rooms where curtains are a design feature; textured plains suit calmer schemes that need softness, colour and drapery without a dominant motif. If the room already has patterned wallpaper, a large rug or statement upholstery, a quieter texture may hold the design together better.

Colour contrast matters too. Homes & Gardens gives a blue living room example where white and blue patterned curtains contrast with deep blue painted walls for a fresh, crisp effect.^[4] A curtain does not need to match the wall, but the contrast should look intentional in daylight and evening light.

For a relaxed room, look at texture as much as print. The Clarke & Clarke Amalfi range on British Made Interiors is described with coastal hues and linen textures, with a textured plain available in 66 colours and suitable for drapery^[5]. That kind of fabric can work when you want the curtains to soften the space rather than dominate it.

Test the sample beside the wall colour, flooring and upholstery. For more on texture, see our advice on bringing texture into your home with soft furnishings.

Henley Charcoal Made To Measure Curtain — A Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure curtain example showing how fabric choice becomes a visible part of the room design. Use images like this for design context, then confirm colour and scale with a sample.

Fabric options to check before you order

Judge each Clarke and Clarke fabric by its own pattern, texture, colour and composition. The evidence supports individual product details rather than one universal fabric specification for the whole range.

For example, British Made Interiors states that Amazon Navy by Clarke and Clarke is made from 100% Cotton^[6]. Cranbrook Mineral is listed as 57% Cotton/36% Viscose/7% Linen^[7]. Allure Silver is listed as 100% Polyester^[8], while Apex Ivory is listed as 62% Cotton, 38% Polyester^[9]. These examples show why fabric composition should be checked at product level, not guessed from the brand name.

Sample-led checking is especially important for patterned fabrics. British Made Interiors product pages prompt shoppers to use the free post sample service and note that images are a representation because scale, size and colour may vary.^[10] Shortlist online, then decide in the room.

Match the curtain to the room

Once you like a fabric, match it to how the room works. A bedroom may need less light at night. A living room may need softness and warmth without feeling heavy.

For bedrooms and any space where allowing less light to enter is useful, British Made Interiors states that blackout lining has three layers of fabric bonded together to block intrusive light, known as triple pass blackout^[11]. It is not right for every room, but it is a practical filter when light control matters.

If you want more body or a fuller finish, interlining can help. British Made Interiors offers heavyweight curtain interlining made from dense cotton and lightweight curtain interlining made from a synthetic material that adds body without adding weight^[12]. Use heavier interlining when barrier and fullness are the priority. Use lighter interlining when you want extra body but less added weight.

For a modern, even wave, check the hardware before you commit. British Made Interiors explains that wave curtains use specialist tape and tracks, and a wave track is required to get the most out of Wave curtains^[13]. For more detail, see our guide to curtain styles and curtain linings explained advice.

Which Clarke & Clarke curtain choice fits your brief?

Clarke & Clarke curtain choice matrix
Situation	Best choice	Main trade-off	Next action
You want a bold, contemporary or trend-led curtain design.	Start with Clarke & Clarke pattern-led fabrics, then order or check a sample in the room before committing.	Colour, scale and pattern impact may not read the same from images alone.	Compare designs in our Clarke & Clarke curtain range and use sampling before ordering.
You want a relaxed or quieter curtain scheme.	Consider a textured plain, using texture and colour as the main design criteria.	A plain or textured fabric may not give enough statement value if the room needs a stronger focal point.	Compare texture, colour and fabric options, then continue to the Clarke & Clarke curtain range.
You are choosing for a bedroom or lower-light room.	Select a Clarke & Clarke curtain fabric with blackout lining when reducing intrusive light is beneficial.	Choosing only by visible fabric design may miss a practical light-control need.	Plan the lining choice before you order, and use our lining support if you need more detail.
You like a modern wave heading.	Choose wave only if the room can use the required wave track and specialist tape setup.	The heading may not perform as intended without compatible track hardware.	Check the heading and hardware before finalising the made-to-measure order.

Then compare the relevant Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure curtains with those filters in mind.

What to confirm before buying patterned made-to-measure curtains

Before you order, ask how the pattern scale will look at your window, how the heading may affect the visible repeat, and what to expect around pattern matching.

British Made Interiors product examples for patterned Clarke & Clarke curtains prompt sample ordering and warn that images are only a representation because scale, size and colour may vary.^[14] That is a useful caution, not a reason to avoid pattern. It simply means you should check the fabric in the space and ask any pattern questions before the made-to-measure order is placed.

In a Trustpilot review, Eleanor Griffin described a made-to-measure curtain experience where pattern matching became the issue and follow-up support was needed. Treat that as one person’s example, not a typical result: the practical step is to confirm pattern matching, heading images, and any returns or quality-control questions before ordering.^[15]

British Made Interiors compared with other made-to-measure curtain retailers

Clarke & Clarke made-to-measure buying comparison — checked 19 July 2026
Criterion	British Made Interiors	Graham Sanderson Interiors	Jane Clayton
Advertised price basis	Selected Clarke & Clarke curtains from £36; configuration changes the final price.	Selected Clarke & Clarke fabrics from £25.60/m including VAT; making extra.	Selected Clarke & Clarke fabrics from £30.80/m; making extra.
Product-level specification	Belgravia Charcoal/Linen: 100% cotton, 140 cm.	Maryland Ochre/Charcoal: 100% cotton, 140 cm, 40,000 rubs.	Almeida Charcoal: 82% polyester/18% cotton, 138 cm, 4 cm repeat.
Stated warranty	10-year guarantee.	No warranty length found on checked pages.	10-year warranty on made-to-measure curtains.
Lead-time context	20 working days standard; 10 priority on selected products.	5–7 weeks; 6–8 when busy.	1–2 working days for the checked fabric; finished-curtain timing not shown.

The comparison above is deliberately narrow. It does not show an overall winner, because the supplied evidence does not support a full like-for-like ranking on price, warranty or lead time.

Use the table to frame your questions. Ask about lining, interlining, heading and pattern expectations, and confirm any policy terms in writing before ordering. If your priority is Clarke & Clarke fabric, keep the comparison focused on samples, lining, heading and how the curtains will look in your room.

Next steps for choosing Clarke & Clarke curtains

If you are ready to move from style choice into product comparison, use the British Made Interiors Clarke & Clarke curtain range. When dimensions are the next task, use our curtain measuring guides.

FAQ

Are Clarke & Clarke curtains made to measure at British Made Interiors?

Yes. British Made Interiors offers Clarke and Clarke made-to-measure curtains made to the customer’s sizes and style, with samples available before ordering.^[3]

Should I choose blackout lining for Clarke & Clarke bedroom curtains?

Yes, if reducing intrusive light is useful; otherwise balance light control with the look and weight you want.^[11]

Do wave heading Clarke & Clarke curtains need special hardware?

Yes. Wave headings need compatible specialist tape and a wave track.^[13]

How long do British Made Interiors made-to-measure curtains take to ship?

British Made Interiors states that its made-to-measure curtains are shipped within 20 working days^[1] as standard. Treat this as the stated dispatch timing for made-to-measure curtains, not a guarantee for every wider delivery situation.