Designing custom window treatments involves dozens of small decisions. Measurements, yardage, trim, hardware, stack back, operating systems, motorization, and fabric details can all affect how a finished treatment looks and functions.
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Measuring and Ordering
How to Specify Austrian Shades for a Full, Even Finish
Austrian shades bring softness, movement, and dimension to a window. Fabric is gathered across both the width and length of the treatment, creating a series of flowing swags that become fuller as the shade is raised.
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Understanding Printed Fabric Placement in Draperies
Custom drapery window treatments give you the opportunity to select the perfect window coverings for every window in a room. Using a patterned fabric is one way to make a room more visually interesting.
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Custom Window Treatment Trim Options
Adding trim to your custom window treatments gives a finished appearance. When planning custom window coverings, there are two types of trim to consider—fringe or braid trim and ruffle or fabric band.
Fringe or Braid
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Yardage Charts
To help you with the ordering process for custom window treatments, use these charts to calculate the yardage.
Stack Back Chart and Board Mounting Diagrams
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Calculating Drapery Yardage and Fullness
Miscalculating drapery yardage is a common mistake. When it happens, it slows down the expected delivery date and results in extra fabric costs. There are industry standard formulas for functioning draperies. When calculating yardage, here is the ...
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