Do you consider curtains on closets tacky/cheap?

Question

When I moved in my townhouse the closet door was ugly and dented. I'm thinking of selling and an agent told me to put a door on it. I was thinking curtains as the doors are a special order ($$) or I have to dry wall, paint to get a standard door in.

Answer 1

I would patch the dents with that white plaster they sell at Home Depot or other home improvement stores and than apply a new coat of paint. Changing the door handle would also add a new and improved look. This might be cheaper than replacing the entire door. I wouldnt replace the door with curtains especially if you are trying to sell. The buyers may not be too keen as it is something different whereas closet with doors are basically standard. Good luck with the sale.

Answer 2

do as your agent suggests - he is the expert.  

you can put up bi-fold doors quite reasonably and you can even get mirrored ones at a good price! that would make the room sparkle and give the illusion of more light and space.  

curtains to me are of no value - they are dust collectors and not very attractive.

Answer 3

I have vertical purple sheer blinds on my closet and window, looks awesome!

If you are not familiar with them, they are actual vertical blinds with a sheer fabric attached with velcro.

http://www.vistaproducts.com/clientuploa...

Just another option for you.

Answer 4

I agree with the previous poster, might hurt the sell. How about bi fold doors, they usually cost less and come in a few different sizes.Or check the local thrift stores, you might find one that will fit. Or maybe make it more of a custom closet with a shelf system and dresser so it doesn't look like it needs a door.Lastly, say that you are taking of "X" amount of $ for the door replacement by the new home owner.

Answer 5

it depends upon how you do it. I've seen heavy satin curtains on a heavy duty rod over a closet that looked really nice. Theres also the option of a pocket door(requires some frame work or a bifold door.  

Answer 6

To sell the condo, a closet door would be the best option.  Curtains could be a deal breaker.  

It will be worth the trouble to put in the closet door, whichever way is most economical.