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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Seems like a good idea if you have an older drafty house.[/quote]

I mean, that’s what it’s for. You see them in homes in Europe (think: the English countryside).

To a DP who said it would be a hassle to open and close curtains to access the door: you typically close them at night once everyone is inside. I’ve never seen them closed during the daytime unless it’s a cold, dreary day and the goal is warmth.

I don’t hate the look, but I skew traditional. I think the velvet curtains are a bridge too far and give theater vibes. I would only go this route after consulting a professional and finding fabric that has a sufficient weight and is either machine washable (doubtful) or can be dry cleaned or easily vacuumed. Plus: I would want high quality hardware for the rod. More directly: I wouldn’t just order something from Amazon or some such; that will cheapen a look that is meant to be high end.

I suspect your husband would get on board if it looks beautiful…unless he is like my DH who simply hates antiques and traditional decor (he thinks everything is clutter unless a room is stripped down to a bare bones RH look…yuck). 
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