Pole position

1 Added drama

Finish a sweeping set of drapes with the Elements Zorb Graphite pole set from curtains.com, £42.99 for a 120cm length. The dark grey pole and spherical finial is the perfect blend of classic and contemporary styling

2 Matching set

In wood or metal, Olivia Bard curtain poles are designed to complement the company’s sophisticated fabrics. Brompton curtain pole in Antique Silver, from £74.99 for 150cm; matching Sceptre finial, £29.99

3 Ship shape

Add an unusual detail at either end. Laura Ashley’s 35mm

Rope Finial, £30, has a nautical look perfect for a New England feel and is available in a variety of scratched, distressed finishes and painted colours

4 Clear style

Go for grandeur with a 25mm Faceted Crystal Ball Finial in Antiqued Brass, £41 from Jim Lawrence. It’s compatible with the company’s 25mm plain and reeded brass poles

5 Glam touch

Bring some shine to your windows with this Hotel Seattle metal eyelet curtain pole, which comes with barrel-shaped finials with a sparkle finish.

The satin-steel 28mm diameter pole can be used for medium to heavy curtains and costs from £24.99 for 120cm length, Dunelm

6 Timber top

Wooden poles create a more classic look, ideal for period properties and traditionally designed room schemes. Wilko’s White Wood curtain pole is 150cm long, costs just £7 and comes with two ball finials and 16 curtain rings

7 Simply does it

Choose a fuss-free curtain pole design for a barely-there, minimal look. Wayfair’s 120cm Consul single curtain rod and hardware set, £52.99, is made from FSC ashwood and metal with plain metal finials