The right curtains should fit your windows, suit the way you use each room, and work with the light and privacy you want. With custom curtains in egypt , you can plan the fabric, lining, heading style and finished length around the window instead of choosing a standard size and hoping it fits.
El Khawaga’s website currently highlights curtain inspection, customisation and installation. Before arranging a visit or requesting a quote, contact the team to confirm which services are available for your area, what an inspection includes, and whether installation is part of your order.
Start by exploring the curtain fabric collection and El Khawaga’s online shop. Then use the steps below to prepare for a made-to-measure curtain order.
What Are Custom Curtains?
Custom curtains are made to suit a particular window and a customer’s selected design. The finished width and drop can be planned around the curtain track or rod, while the fabric, lining, heading and overall look are selected for the room.
This approach can be useful when a window is unusually wide or tall, when several panels need to line up, or when a standard ready-made size does not provide the coverage you want. It can also help when you need to coordinate a sheer layer with a heavier curtain or choose a fabric that works with the room’s light and style.
The options available depend on the fabric, product and service confirmed for your order. Before production begins, make sure the final fabric, measurements, heading, lining, hardware and fitting details are clearly agreed.
Are Made-to-Measure Curtains Right for Your Window?
Consider custom curtains for non-standard windows
Bay windows, wide glass doors, tall ceilings and windows with unusual shapes can be difficult to cover neatly with standard panels. A made-to-measure plan gives you a chance to check the fitting position, finished length and required panel width before the fabric is cut.
Choose them when the fit matters
Curtains that are too narrow may not close properly or may look flat when drawn. Curtains that are too long can drag on the floor or interfere with furniture. A planned fit can help avoid these problems, especially when the window has a large span or the rod or track is already installed.
Think about how you use the room
A living room may need privacy while still welcoming daylight. A bedroom may need a heavier fabric or lining for stronger light control. A layered arrangement can combine a sheer curtain with a heavier outer layer, so you can adjust the room during the day.
When ready-made curtains may be enough
Ready-made curtains can be a practical choice when a standard size suits the window and you want a simpler selection process. If you are comparing both options, see El Khawaga’s guide to ready-made curtains. Choose the option that fits your measurements, timing and budget rather than assuming one is always better.
How to Choose the Right Curtain Fabric
Fabric affects the way a curtain hangs, how much light it filters, the texture of the room and how much care it may need. Start with the purpose of the curtain, then compare colour and pattern.
Match the fabric to your light and privacy needs
Sheer fabrics soften daylight and offer a lighter look. A denser fabric or a suitable lining can provide more privacy and stronger light control. If darkness is important, ask about the exact fabric and lining specification and how the curtain will fit around the window. Light can still enter through gaps at the sides or top.
Consider the fabric’s drape and weight
Linen and linen blends can create a relaxed, textured look. Velvet and other heavier fabrics create a fuller appearance and may need more support from the rod or track. Printed fabrics can add colour and pattern, but the design repeat may affect how the panels are cut and matched.
For more help comparing materials, read How to Choose the Right Curtain Fabric for Every Room and browse the available fabric categories.
Check care requirements before you choose
Ask how the selected fabric should be cleaned and whether its colour, texture or finish needs particular care. The right choice depends on the room, sunlight exposure, household use and the care instructions for that specific product. Do not rely on a general fabric name alone; check the product details for the fabric you plan to order.
Allow for pattern repeat and fabric width
A patterned fabric may require extra material so that the design lines up across panels. Fabric width, finished drop, fullness and the selected heading can also affect how much material is needed. For a more detailed explanation, read How Much Fabric Do I Need for Curtains or Roman Blinds?.
Should You Add a Lining or Use Two Layers?
A lining changes the feel and function of a curtain. Depending on the fabric and specification, it can add body, improve privacy or increase light control. Ask which lining options are available for your chosen curtain and whether they change the finished appearance or care requirements.
Sheer and heavier curtains
A sheer inner layer can soften daylight while a heavier outer curtain can be drawn when you need more privacy. This combination gives you more flexibility than a single layer. Make sure the track or rod has enough space for both layers and that the panels can move without catching on each other.
Blackout fabric or lining
If you want a darker bedroom, ask whether a specific fabric or lining is designed for stronger light blocking. Results depend on the product construction, the way it is fitted and the remaining gaps around the window. Avoid assuming that a fabric labelled “blackout” will make every room completely dark.
How Curtain Measurement Works
A good measurement starts with the intended fitting, not just the glass area. If a rod or track is already installed, its usable width can help determine the curtain width. The finished drop is measured from the correct point on the fitting to the chosen bottom edge.
Measure the rod or track
Measure the usable rod or track width and record whether the number includes any returns or extensions. For a new fitting, decide where it will sit before finalising the curtain size. The fitting position affects how far the curtains extend beyond the window and where the panels will stack when open.
Plan for fullness and the heading style
Curtains need enough fabric to form folds when closed. The amount depends on the fitting width, fabric, heading style and the look you want. Eyelet, pencil-pleat and other headings do not all hang in the same way, so confirm the heading before calculating the finished fabric requirement.
Measure the finished drop carefully
Measure from the top of the rod or track to the intended finish: above the sill, below the sill or near the floor. Check more than one point if the floor or fitting is uneven, and note the position of furniture, handles or other obstructions.
For the full measurement steps, use El Khawaga’s How to Measure Curtains guide or How to Measure Windows for Custom Curtains. These guides can help you prepare, but confirm the final production measurements with the team before the fabric is cut.
From Fabric Selection to Installation: What to Expect
The exact process and available services should be confirmed with El Khawaga before booking. As you prepare for a custom-curtain order, these are the decisions to work through:
1. Decide what each room needs
Note whether the priority is privacy, softened daylight, stronger light control, a layered look or a particular decorative style. A different room may need a different fabric or lining.
2. Shortlist fabric and design options
Browse the fabric collection and save the product names or links you like. If you are choosing between several colours or textures, ask the team what is currently available and whether you can see the fabric in person before ordering.
3. Record the windows and fitting details
List each window separately. Add a rough width and drop if you have them, and note whether a rod or track is already fitted. Photos can help explain the window shape, furniture clearance and any obstacles.
4. Confirm the specification and quote
Before approving an order, confirm the fabric, lining, number of panels, heading, finished dimensions, hardware requirements, installation scope, expected lead time and the total quoted price. Ask which details are included and which are charged separately.
5. Agree on measurement and installation
El Khawaga’s website advertises curtain inspection, customisation and installation. Ask whether an inspection or measurement visit is available for your address, what it covers and how installation is arranged for your order. Do not assume that service coverage or charges are identical for every location or product.
6. Review the finished fit
When the curtains are installed, check that they open and close smoothly, reach the intended finished length and cover the window as agreed. Ask for the care instructions for the exact fabric you purchased.
What Affects the Cost of Custom Curtains?
There is no single price that fits every custom-curtain project. The total can depend on the window width and drop, the fabric and its price basis, the number of panels, fullness, pattern repeat, lining, heading, hardware and any installation work.
Some fabric listings in El Khawaga’s online shop show prices per metre. A fabric price per metre is not automatically the price of a finished curtain. Ask for a quote that makes clear the fabric quantity, tailoring or finishing, lining, accessories and installation, if required.
To help the team prepare an accurate quote, share the number of windows, approximate dimensions, preferred fabric or product links, lining preference, location and whether you need installation. Confirm the final price and what it includes before placing the order.
What to Prepare Before Requesting a Quote
•The number of windows and the room for each one.
•Approximate rod or track width and desired finished drop, if available.
•Photos showing the window, fitting and nearby furniture.
•Fabric, colour or pattern preferences, with links to products you like.
•Whether you want a sheer layer, a heavier curtain or both.
•Whether you need help with inspection, measurement or installation.
•Your area and preferred contact method.
If you do not know the exact measurements, say so when you contact the team. Do not order a final fabric quantity based only on a rough estimate.
Frequently Asked Questions About Custom Curtains in Egypt
What are made-to-measure curtains?
They are curtains planned around a particular window’s dimensions and the selected fabric, lining and heading. The final specification should be checked before production so the finished panels suit the fitting and intended length.
Does El Khawaga offer custom curtains in Egypt?
El Khawaga’s website promotes curtain customisation and displays a custom-curtain category. Contact the team to confirm the current ordering process, product availability and service coverage for your area.
Do I need to measure my windows before requesting a quote?
Approximate measurements and clear photos can help explain your project. If you are unsure, ask whether an inspection or measurement visit is available for your address. Use the curtain measurement guide as preparation, and confirm the final measurements before production.
Should I measure the window glass or the curtain track?
For many curtain orders, the rod or track is the more useful reference because it determines where the curtain hangs and how wide it can open. The correct approach depends on the fitting and design. See the full How to Measure Curtains guide.
How much fabric do I need for custom curtains?
It depends on the track width, finished drop, fabric width, fullness, heading and pattern repeat. Use the fabric quantity guide for the calculation factors, then confirm the final quantity with the team before cutting or ordering.
Which fabric is best for custom curtains?
There is no single best fabric for every room. Consider the light, privacy, style, drape, care instructions and lining you need. Compare options in the curtain fabric guide and check the details of the specific product.
Are custom curtains better than ready-made curtains?
Custom curtains are useful when a window needs a particular fit or specification. Ready-made curtains may be more convenient when a standard size works for your window. Compare both options against your measurements, timing and budget.
Does the price include measurement and installation?
The final price and service scope should be confirmed for each order. Ask whether an inspection or measurement visit is available, whether installation is included, and whether any travel, hardware or fitting charges apply.
How long does it take to make custom curtains?
Lead time can depend on fabric availability, the number and size of windows, the selected specification and the current production schedule. Ask the team for an expected timeline before confirming your order.
Plan Your Custom Curtains with El Khawaga
Choose the fabric and finish you like, prepare your window details, and contact El Khawaga to confirm the right next step for your order. Call 19148 or use the Contact Us page to ask about available fabrics, inspection, measurement, quotation and installation in your area.
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