Polyester vs Linen vs Cotton Curtains


Our customers frequently ask us the differences between natural and man-made fabrics for curtains, unfortunately, many man-made fabrics have a bad reputation from the 60s and 70s, when lots of clothing was often made from polyesters that didn’t "breathe." Many consumers have the idea that polyesters are inferior, but it is actually quite the opposite. Our fabric manufacturers are blending natural fabrics with polyester and offer the benefits from both materials. 

Polyester

Pros

  • Durable and strong
  • Won’t fade or deteriorate as quickly
  • Mold resistant and anti-bacteria
  • Less likely to get wrinkled
  • Great insulator
  • Inexpensive

Cons

  • Can distort when hot ironed

 

Linen

Pros

  • Organic fabric, biodegradable
  • Repellent to insects and UV resistant

Cons

  • Creases easily
  • Can attract mold or mildew
  • Expensive

 

Cotton

Pros

  • Organic fabric, biodegradable
  • Strong and absorbent

Cons

  • Wears more quickly when exposed to the sun
  • Shrinks the first time it is washed
  • Susceptible to mildew




Verified Customer Reviews

11/24/2023
Second time using Loft. Love the product and ease of ordering. Quick delivery time, too, for custom curtains!
Rachel N.
11/18/2023
I could not be more pleased with my recent order. I ordered four pairs Flow white Double Tailored Pleats for Dining and Great room windows. Great room drapes measure floor to ceiling flanking windows beautifully. We hung drapes right out of the box - No need for steaming or pressing. Truly, high end custom look, Stunning! We've received so many compliments. These custom drapes are very well made. I would not hesitate ordering again. Special Thank You to, Justin/Customer service. His assistance in measurement for my desired look very helpful. Justin courtesy and professionalism very much appreciated.
Theresa S.
11/02/2023
My experience has been wonderful. The website is easy to follow and instructions for how to measure are very good. The support staff is very helpful. I asked that a piece of the snap tape be sent with my swatches as I already had an existing curtain rod and wanted to absolutely make sure it all worked. The samples arrived right away. It took about 3 weeks for the custom drapes to arrive. The quality of the work is amazing. They are perfect. I highly recommend Loft Curtains. If only everything in our world worked like their business ! Thank you for your integrity and quality.
Krystyna B.
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