Business Details
31 Years
experience
Bespoke Curtain Makers in Surrey
Melanie Downing offers a bespoke curtain making, upholstery, and soft furnishings service with over 25 years of experience serving Surrey, West Sussex, and Hampshire. Specialising in handcrafted curtains, blinds, and upholstery, the business combines expert craftsmanship with a personalised approach, bringing a curated selection of designer fabrics directly to clients' homes. Melanie's deep understanding of interior design, developed through her background in estate agency and decades of client-focused work, ensures tailored solutions that enhance both residential and commercial spaces.The service includes in-home consultations, precise measurements, and professional installation, supported by a network of skilled upholsterers and industry contacts. Sustainability is prioritised through furniture restoration, while a commitment to quality and client satisfaction remains central to every project.
Services
Curtain making
Roman blinds
Upholstery
Soft furnishings
Finishing touches
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25 years of experience in bespoke curtain making and upholstery
- Personalised in-home consultations with fabric selection
- Handcrafted quality with attention to detail
- Professional installation and project management
- Sustainable focus through furniture restoration
What people say
Beautiful handmade curtains
Professional and friendly service
Creative solutions
Excellent attention to detail
Transformed spaces
Services
Curtain making
Handmade-to-measure curtains using premium fabrics from Romo, Colefax & Fowler, and William Morris. Available with interlining, pinch pleats, or eyelets. Includes professional installation and fitting. Clients receive tailored advice on fabric selection and design to complement their interior scheme.
Roman blinds
Custom-made Roman blinds combining functionality with elegant design. Available in contemporary or traditional styles using designer fabrics. Includes precise measurement and professional installation. Ideal for kitchens, bathrooms, and modern living spaces requiring streamlined window coverings.
Upholstery
Professional upholstery services for chairs, sofas, and bespoke headboards. Specialising in reviving cherished furniture pieces using high-quality materials. Collaborates with skilled upholsterers to deliver durable, stylish solutions that extend furniture lifespan while maintaining environmental responsibility.
Soft furnishings
Complete soft furnishings including cushions, throws, window seats, and tie-backs. Made-to-measure items crafted from premium fabrics to coordinate with curtains and blinds. Enhances room aesthetics with textured finishes and complementary colour schemes for cohesive interior design.
Finishing touches
Curtain poles, pelmets, and accessories sourced from Byron & Byron, Hunter & Hyland, and Bradley Collection. Professional installation ensures perfect fit with chosen fabrics. Completes window dressing schemes with elegant hardware and decorative elements that enhance overall room design.
People
Melanie Downing Interiors
Owner & Lead Designer
With over 25 years in interior design, Melanie combines estate agency experience with hands-on curtain making expertise. She personally oversees projects from consultation to installation, maintaining a client-focused approach while managing a growing team of specialists.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We cover Surrey, West Sussex, and Hampshire, including Guildford, Farnham, Haslemere, and Petersfield.
Do you offer in-home consultations?
Yes, we provide free in-home consultations with fabric samples and design advice.
What types of upholstery services are available?
We offer chair and sofa reupholstery, bespoke headboards, and custom bed commissions.
How long does the process take?
Typical lead times range from 2-6 weeks depending on project complexity and fabric availability.
Do you work with interior designers?
Yes, we collaborate with designers and property developers on residential and commercial projects.
Reviews (5)
Susan Wilkinson
Nov 23, 2021
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Mel has exceeded my expectations and made some beautiful curtains and blinds throughout my house, and as promised, in a very short space of time and in the busy run upto Christmas! She is professional, friendly and listens to what you want to achieve, I have no hesitation in recommending her and her excellent team. Many, many thanks.
Fiona Sutherland
Jun 07, 2021
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Mel has been creating and making curtains and blinds for our home/s over many years - her creativity and skill ensures that each time we have asked she has produced fabulously high quality dressings for our windows that lasted the test of time and the chaos of family life. Whenever we have sold and moved - which is a bit of a hobby - the curtains/blinds seem to always stay with the house because the new owners have loved them too....that should be testament enough!!!
Charlie Girl Being
Feb 20, 2021
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I have worked with Melanie Downing Interiors for over 15 years referring clients from my very busy Styling business. She exceeds perfection and never fails to deliver the most immaculate and detailed work. I could not recommend her professionalism and attention to detail more highly. I have yet to see a window she has dressed look nothing but amazing.
Helen Johnson
Feb 17, 2021
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Mel never ceases to come up trumps!! I have been using her services for years. She always listens and interprets my thoughts, however sketchy, with outstanding results; adding an attention to detail not often found. I have recommended her to many people so the only downside from my point of view now is remembering to plan ahead because she is so busy. Look no further!!
Claire Palfreyman
Feb 12, 2021
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I cannot recommend Mel and the team at Melanie Downing Interiors highly enough. She recently solved a window dressing problem I had been grappling with since moving to a new house several years ago. Her creative solution was then executed with excellence and I now have beautiful blinds and curtains which have transformed the space. She previously provided curtains and blinds for two other rooms which have well and truly stood the test of time and remain beautiful several years on. You won't be disappointed with the quality of the results or the service you receive.
