Windows, inside the home, need attention too, and that can be accomplished with custom drapery. Yes, custom window treatments cost more than curtains found off-the-shelf, but making the investment will get you something tailor made to fit your style and your window, just right. If you haven’t given custom drapery a thought, here are 4 reasons that might change your mind.
- Draperies provide climate control. Draperies offer insulation, which will keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter. This climate control is a great energy saver!
- Draperies block harmful UV rays. Sunlight is beautiful, but it can be damaging to the inside of a home over time. Without drapery, things like your walls, floors and furniture are vulnerable to fading.
- Draperies provide privacy. Whether you live out in the country or in the heart of the city, there will be certain times when you’ll want some privacy. Not only will drapes block visuals, they will also mute sounds.
- Draperies add style to your home. You can have a beautifully decorated room, but custom drapery will still manage to enhance the look. The warmth and personality they add really is the finishing touch.
Now, if you’re ready to add window treatments, it’s important to know what types are available. Basically, drapes can be broken down into two categories: functional and non-functional. Functional drapes are used to block light, control temperature and provide privacy. The most common types available are Roman shades and pinch pleat (draw) drapery. Non-functional drapery is geared more toward adding accents to the room. Common types of these are panels, valances, swags/cascades, Roman shades and cornices.
Often times, you can buy fabric from wholesale or at discount prices from a fabric supplier, either at the store or online. In most cases, they also provide a wide selection of drapery hardware, which is something that needs to be carefully selected as well when dressing up your windows. Drapery hardware not only provides a strong architectural element to the room, it will also finalize the theme you wish to convey.
Good, quality custom window treatments can last anywhere from 10 to 20 years depending on the fabric selection. With proper care, your custom drapery will probably still look new by the time you want to update them. For your home furnishing’s protection and your home’s style, custom window treatments and hardware are definitely worth the investment.
Take some measurements and come on in to INTERIOR FABRICS  near Mission Bend, TX to select a great designer fabric at wholesale price.
