Our comprehensive guide to 21 types of curtains considers every decision that needs to be made on the path to the perfect window treatment.

A good curtain rod will be versatile, both in terms of function and aesthetics: Ideally, you’ll change them out less often than your curtains, so you want them to work with a range of styles.

Your shower curtain provides the perfect breeding ground for mold and mildew. The combination of warmth, moisture, and limited ventilation creates ideal conditions for these unwelcome fungi to thrive.