Curtains play a vital role in the overall
decor of your home, especially if you have exceptionally large windows that
are centerpieces to your living space. Linda, a curtain specialist, will guide
you through the subtle differences between different fabrics and styles. With
her many years of experience in the curtain design and manufacturing business,
she should be able to answer almost all of your questions.
Lined Drapes - Is It A Necessity For You?
Drapes are important part of our homes decor providing only functionality but intimacy and mood. Seeing a naked window is not flattering for our homes and other places we spend most of the time at. Choosing the right drapes is very important, but how would it be easy since there are many of them in the market now. Lined Drapes is the best choice. It is indeed a product of craftmanship and durability.
When you want a window covering, you want versatility and beauty. Nobody likes an unattractive window covering. The best kind of window covering is one that is beautiful and complimentary to the room dcor, and affordable. Nothing is quite as elegant and beautiful as a beautiful set of drapes. You can get drapes in all colors and various styles. However, when you get drapes, for true class you want to insure that you get lined drapes.
Almost any company that offers drapes also offers a wide selection of lined drapes. Having a proper lining for the drapes is extremely beneficial. One, lining helps keep the sun out and the heat or cold out - depending on the season. Two, lining keeps the drapes protected from the temperature. Glass magnifies the heat of the sun and a lining on the drapes keeps the sun from hitting the drapes directly. Since the lining is more durable and hearty than the drapes, this lining will extend the potential life span of the drapes.
Lined drapes can be of numerous styles. One popular style is the pin hook style. Everyone has seen those hooks: shaped like a "u", this hook allows a sharp end to go into the crease of the drapes and the hooked part attached to a rod. Then there are tab top drapes. Of course, there are many type of drapes, but these are the two most popular types today. I wanted to mention that it is important to find a good drapery rod. Draped tend to be very heavy and most normal curtain rods cannot handle the weight and have a tendency to bend.
Most lining for lined drapes is made of a polyester/cotton blend, but to me feels like a hard fabric-like vinyl.
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This usually comes in a white or cream colored, but can come in many colors as needed. Linings are not meant to look good, but make the drapes look better and have a longer life. When you choose a drapery set, you should always look at the lining. The longer the life of the drape, the better the lining. Guaranteed.
Drapes usually come priced per panel. The price will vary depending on the length required, fabric used, and manufacturer. Usually, the high quality lined drapes will cost a lot more than normal drapes. Of course, there are exceptions to every rule. I found that a good drapery panel costs about $80 USD. I would need 4 panels for my living room. Therefore, lined drapes that I like would cost $320 USD.
However, you can cheat like I did and find yours used. I found the best set of lined drapes at a thrift store for $10 USD. You read right, I got the best set of drapes for $10 USD not $320 USD. So, by searching around and being patient you too can have that perfect drapery set. Mine is a multi-colored collage of lines and shapes. I call them my patchwork drapes and I always, without fail, get compliments from any guest that enters my home.
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Decide what colors or patterns will compliment your room dcor and provide the functionality you want. Are you trying to block the light or let the sunshine in? Looking for privacy or openeness?
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