Voile is very open; semi-sheer is a good deal denser.
Voile · inbetween · semi-sheer
Sheer wave curtains made to measure
By sheer wave curtains we mean voile, inbetween and semi-sheer. All three let daylight through. Here you can easily see the difference in see-through and look.
- 3 light filtering fabrics
- 6 or 8 cm wave
- Floor to ceiling fabrics
Choose how much you want to see through the curtain.
Choose smaller or fuller waves.
With no vertical seams within the maximum drop.
See the colour and see-through at home at your own window.
Sheer curtains
Sheer is a collective term
Sheer curtains usually means curtains that let daylight through. At Gordijnen.com, voile, inbetween and semi-sheer fall into this group.
Voile is the most open. Inbetween gives less see-through and semi-sheer screens the window a little more. All three can be ordered as made to measure wave curtains.
Want a good view outside?Then look at voile.
Want less see-through?Compare inbetween and semi-sheer.
Voile 09 taupe: of the three, this lets you see outside the most.
Which fabric suits your window?
Voile, inbetween or semi-sheer?
Mainly consider how much you want to see through the curtain. Below, the three fabrics are shown side by side. On each fabric page you will find the colours, sizes, properties and free samples.
Most open
Voile
Very light and open. You keep plenty of daylight and a good view outside.
See voile wave curtains
Less see-through
Inbetween
Lets in plenty of daylight, but gives clearly less see-through than voile.
See inbetween wave curtains
Least see-through
Semi-sheer
The densest of these three. You keep the daylight, but have clearly less see-through.
See semi-sheer wave curtainsLight and see-through
How the three fabrics differ
Voile is the most open. Inbetween shows less and semi-sheer screens the window the most. Colour and daylight also play a part.
PropertyVoileInbetweenSemi-sheer
DaylightA great dealA lotA lot
See-throughA lotLessClearly less
LookFine and airySlightly fullerDenser
SuitsA good view outsideLight and fewer views inEven less see-through
Mood and material
What sheer wave curtains can look like
Track, colour and fabric create the look together. Below are two real combinations from our collections.
Daylight and view outside
How much can you still see outside?
With voile you can see outside most easily. Through inbetween you see less outside. Of these three, semi-sheer screens the window the most.
In the evening it works differently. When it is dark outside and the lights are on inside, people outside can often see more. If you want more privacy then, combine the light fabric with a second, denser curtain.
Colour and daylight
A fabric can look much lighter at the window
Daylight shines through the fabric. As a result, taupe, natural or beige grey can look much lighter at the window than on a loose fabric sample.
The weave also makes a difference. Voile is the most open, inbetween is denser and semi-sheer a little denser still. With free samples you can see at home how that works out at your window.
Compare free samples at your own windowWave 6 or 8 cm
6 or 8 cm determines the size of the waves
With 6 cm the gliders are closer together and you get more, smaller waves. With 8 cm the waves become fuller. Which size suits best depends on the fabric, the width of the window and how much space you have at the track.
6 cm wave
More, smaller waves. Useful if you have less space at the track.
8 cm wave
Fewer, wider waves. Gives a slightly fuller look.
Want to know how much space the wave needs, how much space you need in a pelmet box or when to choose a double track? Then read the full explanation of 6 and 8 cm wave.
Wide windows and sliding patio doors
Wave curtains at wide windows and sliding patio doors
With a wide glazed wall, the waves really come into their own. With voile, inbetween or semi-sheer, plenty of daylight still comes in during the day.
Floor to ceiling and with no vertical seams
Maximum drop per fabric
Voile, inbetween and semi-sheer are floor to ceiling. Within the maximum drop, the fabric is used across the width. As a result, there are no vertical seams.
305 cmvoile
285 cminbetween
295 cmsemi-sheer
All three can be ordered online up to 780–798 cm total width, depending on the wave and split. On each fabric’s own page you will also find the composition, shrinkage, lightfastness, colours and fabric price.
See the fabrics at home
Compare voile, inbetween and semi-sheer at your own window
On a screen you never see exactly how a fabric looks at your window. So order free samples and hold them against the window. Look at them during the day and also in the evening with the lights on inside.
- Voile
- Inbetween
- Semi-sheer
- Sent free of charge
How to make a choice
Which fabric suits best?
If you want a good view outside, look at voile. If you want plenty of light with fewer views in, choose inbetween. If you want even less see-through, look at semi-sheer.
Then you choose the colour, 6 or 8 cm wave, one or two curtain panels and enter the size.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about sheer wave curtains
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about voile, inbetween and semi-sheer.
Also see all questions about wave curtainsWhat do you mean by sheer wave curtains?
At Gordijnen.com, by sheer wave curtains we mean voile, inbetween and semi-sheer. All three let daylight through, but one fabric is more open than another.
What is the difference between voile, inbetween and semi-sheer?
Voile is the most open. Inbetween lets plenty of light through, but gives less see-through. Semi-sheer is the densest of the three and screens the window the most.
Can you see outside through sheer curtains?
With voile you see outside the most. Through inbetween you see less and semi-sheer screens a little more. Daylight, colour and the distance to the window also play a part.
Do sheer wave curtains give privacy?
That depends on the fabric. Voile is very open. Inbetween gives more privacy during the day and semi-sheer even more. In the evening, when the lights are on inside, people outside can often see more.
Which sheer wave curtains suit a window facing the street?
If you want plenty of daylight but also fewer views in, look mainly at inbetween or semi-sheer. If in doubt, order samples and look at them at the window during the day and in the evening.
Are sheer wave curtains suitable for large windows and sliding patio doors?
Yes. With wide windows and sliding patio doors, the room stays light and you see the waves beautifully across the width. When measuring, also take into account where the curtain will hang when it is open.
Should I choose a 6 or 8 cm wave?
With 6 cm you get more, smaller waves. With 8 cm the waves are fuller. Which size suits best depends on your window, the fabric and the space at the track.
Do sheer wave curtains have vertical seams?
Within the maximum drop, voile, inbetween and semi-sheer are made across the width from floor to ceiling fabric. As a result, there are no vertical seams. The maximum drop differs per fabric.
Can I combine sheer curtains with a second curtain?
Yes. You can combine a light filtering curtain on a double track with an opaque curtain, dim out or blackout. During the day you keep the light layer closed, and in the evening you close the second layer for more privacy or room darkening.
Can I order free fabric samples first?
Yes. That is especially useful with light fabrics. The colour and see-through at your window can be different from on a screen. So compare the samples at home in daylight and in the evening.
Plenty of daylight, you choose how much see-through
Order samples or design your curtain
Voile, inbetween and semi-sheer all let daylight through, but differ clearly in see-through. With free samples you can quickly see at home what suits your window.