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Curtain offer: the main material is low price is a trap
In a recent home renovation, I found myself in a situation that left me quite frustrated. After visiting the Qiutao Road fabric market and consulting with various sellers, I thought I had a good handle on the budget—around 2,000 yuan for all the curtains. However, after installation, the total cost surpassed 5,000 yuan, which was shocking. What surprised me even more was that the accessories ended up costing more than double the price of the fabric itself. A netizen named "Xisi grass" shared similar experiences, expressing deep disappointment with the process.
This issue has long been a common problem in the curtain industry, often referred to as an “unspoken rule.†Many first-time renovators end up falling into this trap without realizing it. When purchasing curtains, it's crucial to be aware of hidden quotes and pricing strategies used by some sellers.
One of the most deceptive tactics is the way “mother and wife shops†(small family-run stores) operate. These shops often flood the market with fabric priced between 20 to 30 yuan per meter, making them very attractive to budget-conscious buyers. According to industry analysts, the curtain market has a very low entry barrier, with some stores opening for as little as 50,000 yuan. This has led to a large number of small, unregulated businesses dominating the market.
In places like Qianjiang Market, Huanbei Market, and Qiutao Road, many of these shops are just a few square meters in size. The prices are usually not clearly marked, and the fabric seems too cheap to be true. For example, if you have a three-bedroom, one-living-room apartment with four windows, each about 3 meters wide, you'd need around 24 meters of fabric for the curtains alone. Adding in the lining, you might need up to 30 meters. At 20-30 yuan per meter, this could seem affordable at first glance. But what many people don’t realize is that the cost of accessories can quickly add up.
There are nearly ten different types of accessories involved in a curtain installation, including lace, weights, fabric belts, hooks, tracks, Roman rods, pulleys, and decorative elements. While each item may seem inexpensive individually, their combined cost can be staggering. A professional from Yikefang Curtain calculated that for four windows, the accessory costs alone could reach over 3,368 yuan. When adding in the cost of fabrics and roller blinds, the total easily exceeds 5,000 yuan.
The curtain industry is still in its early stages, with limited price transparency and weak brand recognition among consumers. Most brands are local or regional, and there’s no strong national presence. As a result, many small shops take advantage of this lack of awareness, offering low prices that seem too good to be true. In contrast, branded curtain shops typically charge between 100 to 600 yuan per meter, with popular models ranging from 200 to 300 yuan per meter. For four windows, the total could be over 8,000 yuan, but most of the cost goes toward the fabric, while accessories make up less than 10% of the total.
To avoid falling into these traps, it's important to clarify the cost of all accessories before signing any agreement. It's also wise to shop at reputable stores, such as building material supermarkets or malls, and to ensure that all terms are clearly stated in a contract. This helps protect yourself in case of future disputes. Always read the fine print and don’t be misled by the initial low price of the fabric—remember, the real cost comes from the details.