Then there is the body of the curtain and the hem or bottom of the curtain.
Top part of curtains called.
It is either 1 or 3 wide.
The curtain has a header that is the top part that is attached in some way to a pole or board.
There are basic headings where rings and hooks connect to the top hem which allows the curtain to move without ease.
Remember that curtains should frame a window so make sure hardware is installed to reflect that.
When curtains are open the space that the gathered fabric takes up is called the stack.
A rule of thumb is to allow an extra 10 per cent of rod on each side but heavier fabrics will require a bit more.
The part of a panel of drapery that is needed to cover the rod projection from the wall or window.
The very top hem of the curtain is called heading.
Pencil pleat curtains have many folds each about the width of a pencil to create a ruched gathered look.
The differences between curtains and drapes however is that drapes are lined sometimes with fabric heavy enough to block out all outside light making them perfect for bedroom use.
Plastic hooks are attached along the header of these curtains which attach to a track or pole.
Drapes sometimes called draperies are long enough to reach from the top of the window to the floor sometimes even puddling a bit beneath the window.
The punched metal rings at the top of these curtains slide smoothly and easily over the curtain pole for a smart finish.
Your windows are like the eyes of your home.
Being in the upper part of the curtain makes it a significant influencer on the theme and feel of the whole window treatment.
If you want your curtain lined the lining is part of the curtain.
Yet because of all the moving parts involved with window treatments they re often overlooked.
Rod width measurement from the end of one bracket to the end of the other.
Not only do they let in light and brighten your space they also showcase and frame nature s splendor.
The anatomy of drapes curtains and window treatments.
Part of the drapery that goes around the side of a cornice valance drape to sit flush and at right angles with the wall.