Light filtering curtains

Sheer IKEA curtains and net curtains for soft light and a little privacy

The sun's out and a soft, warm, glowing light spreads through your rooms – never harsh, always cosy. The street lamp outside is far too bright, but it doesn't bother you, because sheer curtains and net curtains in your bedroom filter out the glare and let only a gentle light through. The nosy neighbour wants a peek into your living room? Sheer, light-filtering curtains put a stop to that. Sounds good, doesn't it? Our range of sheer curtains gives you all that and more. One more tip: for extra flexibility, you can pair our light curtains and net curtains with IKEA blackout and room darkening curtains (for instance, by hanging them on separate curtain poles or tracks, one behind the other).

Key features and benefits of our sheer curtains (depending on the model):

• Reliable privacy: the dense weave keeps prying eyes out, even in white. Worth knowing: in the evening, when the lights are on inside, silhouettes may still show through from outside.
• Soft light filtering: sheer, light-filtering curtains let the daylight in and create a soft, diffused glow without harsh shadows.
• A range of ways to hang them: ready-made with heading tape, with eyelets, or with built-in tiebacks – there's an option to suit.
• Quality materials: cotton, viscose blends and linen all feel lovely to the touch and last for years.
• Plenty of colours: from beige and bright tones through to grey, there's a design to suit every style of home.
• For every room: sheer curtains for the bedroom bring a sense of calm, in the living room they add cosiness, and in a child's room they create a snug feel.
• Easy to look after: most models can go in the washing machine and keep their shape and colour wash after wash.

Bathe your home in soft light and find the right sheer curtain for your windows.

How do sheer curtains differ from room darkening curtains?

Sheer curtains filter daylight gently and keep the room feeling bright, while screening you from view. That makes sheer, light-filtering curtains ideal for living areas where you want plenty of natural light. Room darkening curtains, on the other hand, block out almost all the light, which makes them the better pick for bedrooms or any space where you want more shade or near-total darkness.

What types of sheer curtains are there, and how do I hang them?

Sheer curtains come in a variety of styles. Take modern curtain panels with heading tape, for instance, which give you elegant folds. Then there are sheer day curtains with eyelets or rings, which slip onto a track or curtain pole in no time. Curtains with built-in tiebacks, on the other hand, make it easy to adjust the light as you like.

From white to black: what colours do sheer curtains come in?

White sheer curtains and net curtains in white are firm classics – fresh, bright and at home in any interior. Beige sheer curtains create a warm, welcoming feel and pair beautifully with sofas, chests of drawers or shelves in natural tones like beige and brown. Grey sheers add a modern accent and combine well with all sorts of looks, with deeper shades screening a little more than lighter ones. Patterned versions with flowers, stripes or spots bring a decorative touch to your windows and round off your interior nicely. Our tip: take a close look at the colour scheme of your rooms before choosing your curtains. The colours of your sofa, armchair or rug, along with your wall colours, give you plenty to work with.

Which of my rooms are sheer curtains best for?

Sheer curtains for the bedroom bring a calm, sheltered mood that's made for unwinding. In the living room, they add cosiness and filter out the sun when you're watching TV. A child's room benefits from soft light and a snug feel, with patterned versions adding a splash of colour and good cheer. In the dining room or home office, sheer curtains give you pleasant light control and a lovely atmosphere. One thing to bear in mind: in the evening and at night, silhouettes inside may still be visible from outside whenever your IKEA lights are switched on.

Which fabrics work for sheer curtains, and how do I care for them?

You'll find sheer curtains in a range of materials here. Curtains in more sustainable cotton and viscose blends can usually be washed at 40 degrees and dry quickly. We also offer plenty of sheers in recycled polyester, which are especially easy to care for and hold their shape for a long time. A sheer linen curtain is best washed on a gentle cycle and ironed while still slightly damp, to keep its natural texture. As a general rule, we always recommend a gentle wash. The care label gives you all the details you need, so your curtains look as good as new in no time. By the way: airing them regularly keeps your curtains lovely and fresh between washes.