Pinch pleated drapes are different to a regular style of curtains due to the way the fabric is pinched together by the heading tape at the top. The curtain is then hung using rings, hooks, or clips. This creates pinched pleats, which are spaced at even intervals and weighted from the bottom of the s[...]
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August 27th, 2010 - 10:08 am § in Curtains
Silk Drapery Panels
Silk drapery panels are a luxurious choice for a window treatment as silk is considered to be one of the finest textiles in the world. It is widely revered for its softness and brilliant sheen combined with resilience and strength. Its attractive luster and drape make it very suitable for soft furni[...]
August 25th, 2010 - 5:07 pm § in Curtains
Choosing Patio Curtains
Choosing patio curtains for your patio door can sometimes be a difficult decision because, unlike other curtains in the home, they need to allow easy entry and exit. They might also need to control light and provide privacy as well as being attractive, which can make the style choice even more diffi[...]
August 20th, 2010 - 4:53 pm § in Window CUrtains
Create a Modern Look with Contemporary Curtains
If you wish to create a stylish modern look for your house or apartment, some fabulous contemporary curtains are the best way forward. Unlike more traditional designs that use a curtain header tape and require plastic curtain hooks to hang them, more contemporary designs of curtain tend to have slig[...]
August 16th, 2010 - 8:23 am § in Window CUrtains
Velvet Curtains for a Luxurious Look
Velvet curtains are a wonderfully luxurious choice for any room. The rich pile of velvet is perfect for keeping the chill out during winter and the heat out during summer. Velvet is a fabric long associated with luxury and wealth. In days of old, wealthy aristocrats would have worn clothing made fro[...]
August 3rd, 2010 - 7:21 am § in Curtains
Advantages of Lined Curtains over Unlined Curtains
Lined curtains offer considerable advantages over an unlined curtain or voile panel. Curtains bought without a lining panel can look attractive in a room, but they will not be as good at controlling light as curtains with an added lining panel. Not only does this affect your sleep if they are bedroo[...]
July 25th, 2010 - 10:33 am § in Window CUrtains
Red Curtains: Bold Choice for Any Room
Red curtains are a bold choice for any room in the home. Red is a vibrant color that symbolizes passion, sin, guilt, blood, anger, and pain. In nature, it is considered to be a warning color that signifies danger. In the home, it is a modern, vibrant choice for home furnishings, particularly curtain[...]
July 18th, 2010 - 7:28 pm § in Window CUrtains
Linen drapes: A very popular Choice
Curtains can be made from many different fabrics, but linen drapes are a popular choice for those people who want a classic look combined with the comfort and warmth that linen fabric brings to a room. Linen is a fabulous material for home furnishings and drapes. Not only is it resistant to stains a[...]
July 18th, 2010 - 7:24 pm § in Curtains
Made to measure curtains
If you are looking for a very specific look for your room, or you have a non-standard window, made to measure curtains are the ideal solution. You can choose from an infinite range of fabrics and different designs and the curtains will be made to your exact specifications. This type of service is de[...]
July 17th, 2010 - 7:20 pm § in Curtains
Ready made curtains are Idea for a Modern Home
Ready made curtains are ideal for the modern home. For an instant make-over, you can discard your current curtains and go out shopping for some new ones. There are millions of retail outlets that sell ready made curtains, both on the high street and on the Internet. You can choose from literally mil[...]
July 13th, 2010 - 11:01 am § in Curtains
Total Light Control with Blackout panels
Blackout panels are a total light control drapery panel designed to cover any size window or glass door. Once the panel is securely in place, you should have no gaps or cracks where light can seep through. If you are lucky enough to stay in some of the top hotels around the world, you will [...][...]
July 11th, 2010 - 6:52 am § in Vehicles
RV Curtains: Just like an Ordinary Home
As in any ordinary home, RV’s are fitted with curtains and blinds to keep the sun out and the heat in. RV curtains are very similar to those you would find anywhere else. The only differences tend to be in the design of the curtain tops. You can either buy your RV curtains in a [...][...]
July 7th, 2010 - 7:55 am § in Window CUrtains
Black Velvet Curtains: Appealing and Luxurious
Black velvet is a luxurious fabric and black velvet curtains have a luxuriant and rich appeal. Velvet is a fabric which has a long history and the art of velvet weaving is thought to have originated in medieval Kashmir in the fourteenth century. By the sixteenth century, velvet weaving had spread to[...]
July 6th, 2010 - 7:54 am § in Window CUrtains
Puffy Festoons: Balloon curtain Decoration Tips
A balloon curtain, or balloon shade as it is often called, is a curtain that gathers into a series of puffy festoons when raised up. They are a type of curtain that is usually decorative rather than functional, and are often hung over windows to add some extra color and style in the home. Unlike [..[...]
May 7th, 2010 - 7:30 am § in Door Curtains
What French Door Curtains to use for your French Door?
You might have probably seen doors equipped with stylish windows on their body. These are what you call French doors. This type of interior design has been making the rounds to a lot of homes across the world. Business establishments are also coming for the trend as well. You will easily notice that[...]
March 29th, 2010 - 9:27 pm § in Curtains
Choosing The Right Window Treatment: Faux Silk Curtains
One of the biggest challenges of redoing any room is choosing the right window treatment. There are so many options available these days and while that is certainly a good thing, it can make things a bit overwhelming. You think you have an idea of what you want only to head out to the store [...][...]