Curtain Alterations Near You – In-Person or Postal with Free Delivery Both Ways
Turnaround Times
In-Person Service
Drop off your item between 9:00–10:00 AM, and we aim to have it ready for same-day collection by 6:00 PM, depending on the complexity of the work. Exact timing will be confirmed upon booking.
Postal Service
Items are typically processed the day after they arrive. Standard turnaround is approximately 7 days, depending on the courier and the specific work required.
Looking for curtain alterations or curtain tailoring near you?
At Design-JR, we provide expert curtain relining, shortening, and heading changes — all available by in-person appointment or via our postal curtain service with free delivery and return.
Whether you need to add thermal lining to curtains, convert header styles, or improve the fit of ready-made curtains, we tailor every curtain to your exact requirements. Serving Essex, Grays, and the UK nationwide. Please read the terms and conditions for alterations.
Curtain Shortening Service
Have curtains that are too long?
Our curtain shortening service is perfect for adjusting the length of ready-made or bespoke curtains to your exact specifications.
Whether you’ve moved to a new home or bought curtains that don’t quite fit, we’ll professionally hem and finish them for a perfect drape.
Available by postal service with free delivery and return, or in-person by appointment. Fast turnaround and expert workmanship.
The price list below is for curtain shortening based on curtain widths.
Just tell us your required finished length and we will do the rest for you.
Pinch Pleat, Eyelet, Goblet & Tab Top curtains
Lined
Width 117cm – £55 for a pair
Width 168cm – £70 for a pair
Width 228cm – £90 for a pair
Width 284cm – £150 for a pair
Pinch Pleat, Eyelet, Goblet & Tab Top curtains
Unlined
Width 117cm – £40 for a pair
Width 168cm – £60 for a pair
Width 228cm – £80 for a pair
Width 284cm – £100 for a pair
Pencil Pleat & Wave curtains
Lined and Unlined
Width 117cm – £35 for a pair
Width 168cm – £50 for a pair
Width 228cm – £70 for a pair
Width 284cm – £90 for a pair
Voile/Sheer/Net curtains
We charge £14 per metre.
Example: You have a voile or sheer curtain that is 4 m wide and you want to shorten the length by 10 cm, 15, 20… etc. Your price will be calculated by curtain width.
If the curtain width is 4 m, the total price would be £56
(4m × £14 per metre).
Adding a Contrast Border
The price list below is for adding a contrast fabric panel of up to 50cm in length at the bottom of the curtain.
This is a great way to add visual interest, increase the curtain length, or incorporate a second fabric.
Please Note: You will need to supply your chosen contrast fabric, or we can assist in sourcing suitable options upon request.
Example:
If your lined curtains are 150cm wide (measured flat across the bottom) and 180cm long, and you would like to add 30cm of contrast fabric to the bottom, the cost would be £115 + fabric & lining.
Lined curtains
Width 117cm – £80 for a pair
Width 168cm – £115 for a pair
Width 228cm – £160 for a pair
Width 284cm – £200 for a pair
Unlined curtains
Width 117cm – £45 for a pair
Width 168cm – £65 for a pair
Width 228cm – £90 for a pair
Width 284cm – £110 for a pair
Curtain Width Reduction Service
If your curtains are too wide for your new window or track, we offer a professional curtain width reduction service. This involves removing excess fabric from one side of the panel to maintain symmetry and ensure a clean, natural drape.
We work with both lined and unlined curtains and adjust the width to your exact measurements, while keeping the original look intact.
Whether you’re downsizing, updating your space, or repurposing curtains from a previous home, this is a great way to make your curtains fit perfectly without replacing them.
Please note: Curtains must be clean before we carry out any alterations.
Lined curtains
Drop up to 137cm – £35 per panel
Drop up to 182cm – £45 per panel
Drop up to 228cm – £60 per panel
Drop up to 274cm – £70 per panel
Drop up to 300cm – £80 per panel
Unlined curtains
Drop up to 137cm – £25 per panel
Drop up to 182cm – £35 per panel
Drop up to 228cm – £40 per panel
Drop up to 274cm – £50 per panel
Drop up to 300cm – £55 per panel
Curtain Heading Change
Want to modernise your curtains?
We offer curtain heading conversions — including pencil pleat to eyelet, tab top to pinch pleat, and more.
Transform the look and function of your curtains with a heading style that better suits your décor and pole system.
We specialise in conversions that look factory-finished, even on used or ready-made curtains. Nationwide service available.
The price list below is for changing the curtain heading only.
Shortening is not included in this service—if you’d like to add shortening, it will incur an additional charge.
Width 117 cm – £15 per pair
Width 168 cm – £25 per pair
Width 228 cm – £40 per pair
Width 284 cm – £50 per pair
From any heading to Pencil Pleat.
Width 117cm – £35 for a pair
Width 168cm – £50 for a pair
Width 228cm – £70 for a pair
Width 284cm – £90 for a pair
From any heading to Eyelet (40mm).
Width 117cm – £55 for a pair
Width 168cm – £80 for a pair
Width 228cm – £110 for a pair
Width 284cm – £135 for a pair
From any heading to Rod Pocket.
Width 117cm – £30 for a pair
Width 168cm – £45 for a pair
Width 228cm – £60 for a pair
Width 284cm – £75 for a pair
From any heading to Pinch Pleat.
Width 117cm – £60 for a pair
Width 168cm – £90 for a pair
Width 228cm – £120 for a pair
Width 284cm – £150 for a pair
From any heading to Hidden Tab.
Width 117cm – £35 for a pair
Width 168cm – £50 for a pair
Width 228cm – £70 for a pair
Width 284cm – £90 for a pair
From any heading to Wave.
Width 117cm – £45 for a pair
Width 168cm – £60 for a pair
Width 228cm – £80 for a pair
Width 284cm – £100 for a pair
For any other heading style please contact to discuss Click Here.
Curtain Relining & Thermal Upgrade
Give your curtains a new lease on life with our curtain relining and thermal upgrade service. Whether your linings are sun-damaged, worn out, or simply not insulating well enough, we can replace them with fresh thermal or blackout lining — without altering the appearance of your existing fabric.
Relining is a highly skilled process that involves undoing the original stitching, removing the existing lining, and reconstructing the curtain from the inside out. In many cases, it requires just as much time and craftsmanship as making a new curtain from scratch.
Because of this complexity, we do not offer a standard price list. Instead, we provide bespoke quotes based on the curtain type, size, heading style, and condition.
We work with all curtain types — including:
Interlined and blackout curtains
Triple pinch pleat, pencil pleat, wave and eyelet headings
Ready-made or bespoke curtains
To get a quote, please send us a few photos of your curtains to info@design-jr.com along with their measurements. We’re happy to advise on the best relining options to suit your needs and budget.
Soft Furnishing Repair Service
We do not provide a fixed price list for repairs, as each job varies in complexity and size. Quotes are given individually once we understand the issue and review your photos.
Please send details of your project and some clear images to info@design-jr.com, and we’ll be happy to advise.
The images here showcase one of our previous repair projects.
This client’s window treatments were damaged by UV exposure, causing the fabric to fray. We revived the set by adding a contrast border to cover the affected areas — giving it a fresh new life without replacing the entire piece.
Please note:
Curtains will be returned folded and will not be ironed.
For details on other work please send an email info@design-jr.com and quote can be given.
