Hundreds of years ago, drapery was typically only found in palaces and the homes of very, very well-off families. Finer fabrics, back then, were time-consuming to create, expensive to purchase, and unusually difficult to come by. These days (thanks to international trade, the Industrial Revolution, and the invention of the spinning wheel), however, drapery is much more common-place, though still considered very luxurious.
That said, are you currently in search of unique drapery ideas so that your home windows are dressed to impress? Our experts here at Blinds & Drapery Showroom want the residents of Springfield, PA, to have the best. Keep reading to find out why draperies are the richest and most luxurious way to decorate your windows!
In general, a common rule-of-thumb is this: the more fabric used, the more majestic and extravagant the room will appear. So, let’s check out these ideas from the experts at Blinds & Drapery:
Drapery Panels:
Panels are typically pleated, lined, and floor-length. Most often, they flank the right and left sides of the window and can serve as a full or partial window covering. Most homeowners who choose drapery for their window treatments do not usually use them as full coverings—they are more commonly used as decoration only (as other curtains or blinds serve as full-coverage treatment). Depending on your preference, drapery can be either decorative or functional. Which do you prefer?
Drapery Pleats:
As mentioned, drapes are usually floor-length. But, some homeowners opt for extra length to “spill” onto the floor for added elegance. In the industry, we call this additional length a “puddle.” Regardless, draperies are characterized by their pleating:
- French Pleat: AKA “pinch pleat.” This is a three-fold pleat atop the panel at regular interval spacing.
- Pencil Pleat: Quite popular. Evenly and closely spaced pleats which resemble pencils, which give the upper part of the panel a “smocked” appearance.
- Goblet Pleat: Similar to the French Pleat; however, the pleats are a few inches below the heading. The fabric just above the pleat is “puffed” into the shape of a goblet with a button or tie below.
Drapery Rods:
Panels can be fastened to rods in different ways. Rings are quite common, as are tied-on fabric. There is also what is called a flip-topper, which is a panel lined with contrasting fabric and flipped over the rod. This flipped portion can be decorated for emphasis and is usually only there for added décor (not functional).
Drapery Accessories:
AKA drapery hardware. Here is a list of all the accessories you can expect to encounter when upgrading your home with drapes from the Blinds & Drapery team:
- Rod
- Tracks
- Hooks
- Fluted pole
- Finials
- Rings
- Brackets
- Tiebacks and hold backs
- Medallions
- Crowns
- Cornices
- Scarfbacks
Are you ready to transform your home into a modern-day palace with window treatments in Springfield, PA? Give our experts here at Blinds & Drapery a call, or come visit us! Your home can quickly become the dream home you’ve always wanted. See you soon!
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