Often overlooked, curtain hardware can make or break a decorative window treatment. You may be surprised at all of the possibilities.
Curtain hardware plays an important role in determining how a window treatment
looks and can affect which window treatment a customer selects. In recent
years, the many exciting offerings from the Curtain Hardware Industry
has actually become a determining factor in the customer's choice of Window
Treatment. There's a lot of very exciting Decorative Hardware out there!
What
you Hang Draperies On
Traverse
Rods: These rods are designed to be used with a pair of pinch-pleated
draperies. There are two-way draw rods (that open in the center); one
draw rods (designed to be used with a pinch-pleated patio panel); and
a double traverse (designed to be used with pinch-pleated draperies and
pinch-pleated sheers.
What
You Use for Hanging Draperies
Drapery
Hooks: Pin on hoods with a long shank are for draperies that use a
standard conventional traverse rod. The long shank will hold the leader
upright.
When
You Hang what kind of Rod Do You Hang Them On
Single
Curtain Rod: This is the single most common curtain rod and is available
in a variety of clearances. Layered window treatment require each outer
treatment to clear the inside treatment. Some clearances available are
1, 2, 3, and 4 inches.
Double
Curtain Rod: Two curtain rods with different clearances using one
bracket. Designed to be used with a curtain and undersheer, a valance
and a panel, a balloon shade and a valance, or a criss-cross priscilla.
Sash
Rod: This rod is designed primarily for door panels with rod pockets
at the top and bottom. This rod lays neatly on the door, with a projection
of only 3/16 inch. Two rods are needed for each door panel. Brackets at
the bottom of the door are placed upside down.
What
Rod Do You Hang Blouson Valances On
Continental
Rod: This rod is designed to be used with valances or pole top panels
which have a pocket depth of 3". A continental rod is a wide flat rod
which is 2 1/2" wide.
Other
Curtain Rods That Can Be Used For
a 3" Rod Pocket
Wood
Pole Sets: Wooden poles are used for an authentic country look. These
can be used on a pole top Priscilla Curtain or on some Drapery Treatments.
They come in a variety of finishes for every decor.
Other
Decorative Rods
Café
Rods with Rings: These are designed to be used with pinch-pleated
draperies and are hand drawn. One side of the drapery hook is inserted
into a drapery and the other side of the hook is inserted into a ring.
One ring is required for each pleat.
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