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By: Pam DeVries, National Director and Chair of
Ambassador Program, Membership and Ethics
As an active CDECA board member, volunteer
and ambassador for several years, I often hear
“Why should I become a member? What’s in it
for me?”
Volunteering is one of the most enriching ways to
be a part of this wonderful association. I have
been delighted to have met brilliant members
from all over Canada that I would otherwise not
been aware of. So I encourage you to look at
your membership with a new respect and
gratitude for the many members actively
volunteering their time as well as our National
Office to help you be a better professional.
As responsible professionals we should want to
become members in a national association that
recognises the professional status of design and
décor specialists from across the country. You
are no different than any other professional who
takes pride in having an association working
quietly in the background on your behalf.
There is not always a tangible take away from
belonging to a professional organization. It is the
structure, the identity and the knowledge that you
have a kindred bond to other like-minded
professionals in your field. As a member you have
access to industry specific seminars, job postings,
and professional discounts, just to name a few of
the items that are available to help you align your
business strategies. Our insurance program strives
to maintain the best rates allowed for décor
professionals, and they have the knowledge of the
CDECA - What ’s in i t For Me? In this issue:
Developing Your
Business - Creating
Systems to Work
for You
2
Volunteer of the
Year Award
3
Checklist for
Custom Drapery
Projects
4
“Measure Twice,
Cut Once!”
5
Motorized
Window Coverings
5
Ken’s Carpet FAQ 6
Chapter Updates 8-
11
Articles on
Window Coverings
from around the
web
12-
14
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
IDEAS—Spring 2015
industry to ensure you are covered for exactly
what your business requires.
When you need some guidance there is someone
on the other end of the phone who will attentively
listen and offer you guidance or point you towards
another seasoned professional willing to help you.
Many professions insist that to maintain a
professional designation membership is
mandatory. We take pride in the fact that over
550 professionals from across the country
recognise the importance of becoming CDECA
members from decorators, designers, educators
and retailers. Our plans to have a CEU program
will bring sources of valuable current information
keeping your knowledge current and relevant in
an ever changing industry. Being a professional is
an ongoing job and we want to officially
acknowledge the efforts our members are already
committed to and participating in.
Volunteering is one of the most enriching ways I
have found to be an active member of CDECA. I
have been delighted to have met brilliant members
from all over Canada that I would otherwise not
have known. So, I encourage you to look at your
membership with gratitude and respect for the
many like minded members actively volunteering
their time to help all of us be better professionals.
So instead of asking WHY? I encourage you to
consider “WHEN” it is time to renew, “WHO”
can you encourage to become a proud new
member of CDECA.
CDECA – Belong, Believe be Brilliant!
Follow CDECA on social media!
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
The Tip Corner
Vo l u n tee rs Wan t ed !
Toronto and GTA West Chapters are looking for volunteers to assist at events and to act as mentors for new
decorators. This is a great way to meet other members and contribute to CDECA. If you are interested please
contact:
Nita [email protected]
Or Elvira [email protected]
By Joanne Jakab, National Director and Treasurer
During January and February I often find the time to work
on my business versus simply in my business. I like to look
on social media sites like LinkedIN for inspiration from
thought leaders as well as Industry chat groups like
CDECA’s own for personal and professional growth
opportunities. I know it can be easy to get lost with your
time but I feel you can set an alarm or only go online
when you are limited to 20 minutes. Whether simply
inspiring or specific industry articles I always find this a
great investment of my time.
These past few months I have also added a couple of
processes to help ease my social media backlog. I
originally found the seed for this idea while reading about
time budgeting online. The first step I took was to create
a “Future Blog Note File" on my iPhone using the free pre
Develop ing Your Bus iness - Creat ing Systems
to Work for You
-installed app called Notes . This allowed me to quickly
jot down ideas for future blogs in the moment. This
one change ended up shifting my entire 2015 blog
planning. In a matter of a couple sessions, when I was
feeling inspired, I created more than enough blog titles
and one paragraph descriptions to fill in around the
new project articles I planned. Now when I need to
get the next blog written I know my stress level won’t
be through the roof and I actually feel inspired to
expand on the original Blog Note.
Another find is an app called Buffer. Buffer allows you
to plan and post to various social media platforms at
the same time. The basic options are free and for a fee
you can do more. Hootsuite is a competitor to Buffer
and works similarly so look at them both or even use
them both and see which option works best for your
business.
Are you a member of CDECA that has received an award
for your work in the decorating industry? Email us the
details at [email protected] and we will be sure to
mention it in our next newsletter!
W i nn e r ’s C i rc le
By: Audrey Macdonald, Past-President, GTA West Chapter
I first met Jeannette in class at Sheridan College when
we were students taking our interior decorating
courses. After graduating, Jeannette started her own
interior decorating business in Oakville, Design Savvy,
while maintaining a strong involvement in CDECA.
Jeannette has always so enthusiastic about being a
member of CDECA that it is infectious. In her role
as School Ambassador, she
comes to the classrooms at
Sheridan College to speak to the
students about CDECA, and
after seeing her they all want to
join right away.
About 5 years ago, Jeannette and
I were at the CDECA AGM, and
at that time she was on the
National Board, as well as doing
a million other things for
CDECA; it seemed wherever
there was a need, Jeannette
would volunteer to help out.
That kind of attitude is what
helped us develop the GTA
West Chapter. Jeannette has
been the Chapter Vice President
Jeannette Wisby Wins Vo lunteer o f the Year
Award
Window Coverings April 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Volunteer Award
for the past 5 years, and has recently also taken on the
role as Membership Director for Affiliates and Students.
She has worked on the show committees, as well as being
an important part of the display at SoFA. Our chapter has
grown tremendously due in a large part to her hard work
and positive attitude.
I consider it a privilege to sit on the Chapter Board with
her and call her my friend. I can’t think of anyone who
deserves this honour more than Jeannette.
Congratulations to our First Volunteer of the Year!
What is the CDECA™ Volunteer of the Year Award?
The purpose of the Award is to recognize one (1)
outstanding CDECA™ accredited or student member
volunteer each year. The accredited or student CDECA™
volunteers are nominated by members of CDECA™. The
accredited or student CDECA™ volunteers must have
made an overall substantial contribution to the vision of
CDECA or of a CDECA™ activity.
For more details on the CDECA™ Volunteer of the Year
Award and the nomination process, click here (must be
logged in to CDECA.com).
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Featured Articles
By Paddy Singh of Azure Design
Spring’s here and that means
homeowners are eager to freshen up
their spaces with new home decor
items and hopefully new window
treatments too! When you get that
call from a client inquiring about
custom window treatments, this
checklist will make your job easier:
Tools
Large and medium tape measures
Laser measure device (for high
ceilings)
Graph paper and pencils
Calculator
Basic sample books, for colour
reference. Sheer and silk sample
books are handy too!
Lining samples
Large bulldog clips if you are
showing several fabrics or
working with multiple rooms
Camera or smartphone camera
to take pictures of windows,
trim, mouldings and existing
textiles in the space
Tips
Have your trusted workroom do
a check measure on complex or
high windows
Take inside frame measurements,
as well as outside frame
measurements, just in case there
are design changes after your
check measure appointment
An upselling tip is to bring
interesting trims or images of
draperies with special features
(e.g. contrast banding). Your
client will love the customized
looks, which creates an
opportunity for increased profits
Window treatments can be a lot of
fun, so let’s get designing!
Check l i s t for Custom Draper y Projects
Follow CDECA on social
media!
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Featured Articles
By Kevin Slack of Sun Shade
Window Coverings have come a long way since the 80's
when your main options were either Drapery, Vinyl
Roller blinds, or dusty Venetian Blinds. Today there are
literally thousands of options and fabrics available on
custom window coverings (and that's not including
drapery). This can make selling blinds and shades
extremely complicated and confusing with the margin for
error quite high. Hunter Douglas Window Coverings
have taken centre stage in Canada.
Hunter Douglas will sell their products through a
network of qualified dealers. These dealers in turn will
and should build relationships with decorators who will
then use the dealer's knowledge and expertise to consult
with the designer and/or homeowner. This relationship
benefits both parties, a little less work for the dealer in
terms of colour consultation design and for the designer,
less configuration and control to worry about; no
measuring and no costly mistakes, especially with
motorized shades.
Motorized window coverings are a becoming a huge part
of our business, operating window shades at a touch of a
button is becoming the norm for not just the elite or
hard to reach windows. Motorized prices have dropped
to affordable levels and with the main stream wireless
toys and apps, it has come to the point where an average
customer can have limitless control via their IPhone or
Android device. New homes have the option of running
power cable to each window opening prior to the the
drywall being installed. Existing homes and renovations
can have battery operated shades (most of our
motorized sales are battery), or a technician can be hired
to hide low voltage lines throughout the home.
Customers have the option of a hand held remote
control, a wall switch beside a light switch, or tablet/
phone control.
Motorization adds a level of complication to window
coverings that are already complicated enough. This is
why is important to align yourself with a dealer who is
competent in their field. You pick the colours and styles
for your customer and let them be there with you to
guide you with configuration, measuring and power
options. With married customers, we find that usually
one partner of the relationship does not really care
about the design and is more worried about budget
rather than style. But when motorization and gadgets are
brought into the equation they not only get on board,
but are now willing to spend more money to get a new
"toy" they can play with.
It's another way to increase overall dollar volume and
provide customers a great option they might not have
previously thought of.
Motor ized Window Cover ings
By Paddy Singh of Azure Design
“Measure twice, cut once!” was a familiar phrase for me
growing up, and I’ve learned to put it into practice with
my decorating projects.
As designers we must be attentive to detail or things can
easily go wrong. I learned this early on with one of my
first custom drapery jobs. My client had expensive taste
and chose an embroidered Belgian silk blend fabric for
her family room. She stated that she did not want a dark
room, so I chose a dim-out lining and happily waited for
installation day. Of course, double checking the product
would have saved me a lot of trouble. The lining was too
lightweight and the embroidered threads were visible in
daylight! As a result, we needed to reline the draperies
with a “soft black” lining.
After that, I implemented a “visual check” procedure for
both my clients and myself before any drapery enters
production. When presenting fabrics to clients, I also
bring samples of linings and interlinings to demonstrate
product results. This method `clients to feel the added
weight and body of a well-lined product. The extra time
it takes to educate clients is also a profitable selling tool
and ensures client satisfaction!
“Measure Twice , Cut Once !”
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Featured Articles
The formation of the Alberta CDECA Chapter is well underway!
Interim executives include Ana Cummings (ANA Interiors) President; Wanda Weston (WW Design Studio) Vice-
President; Kara Brennan (Wink Interiors) Treasurer; and Sondra Abbott (Sondra Abbott Design) Secretary.
They had a constituting meeting on April 24th, 2015 with a total of 15 people, 9 of which were accredited CDECA
members.
Thanks to Curt Williams of Trail Appliances in Calgary SE for generously providing the boardroom and goodies, with door
prizes from Home Evolution and The Consignment Gallery. Swag bags and sweets appreciatively provided by Stewart
Drummond Studios, Allan Forrest Sales, Revolve Furnishings, and Crown Wallpaper & Fabrics.
New Alber ta Chapter
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Chapter Updates
With your support, the Toronto Chapter has thus far
been able to host many successful events. Kicking off
2015, our event in February was a presentation and tour
by Gresham House Furniture and DesignDocs. Marilyn
Roberts, Principal of Gresham House Furniture hosted a
factory tour and presentation on custom upholstered
furniture. Dean Einarson of DesignDocs also prepared a
presentation on financial management practices for
design businesses.
In March, our chapter held a joint event with the GTA West Chapter at Richelieu Hardware. Richelieu
Hardware showcased their latest in sliding doors,
kitchen accessories, and panels that can be used as
accents, texture and lighting effects. Without a doubt,
unique design solutions!
In April, ProSource Wholesale Floors hosted an event
featuring award winning rug fabricator Brad Dodge of
Dodge Custom Carpets. Whether you need a special
design or size unavailable in stores, Dodge Custom
Carpets can make your idea a reality!
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Chapter Updates
With the year well on its way, we would like to thank our
Affiliate members, for making it possible for us to present
such great events. Below is a list of our upcoming event
collaborators – please save the dates and plan to attend:
May 13 - Luxe Appliance Studio
June 10 - Crown Wallpaper & Coverings
July 15 - Benjamin Moore
September 9 - Schluter Systems
Toronto
Brad Dodge of Dodge Custom Carpets delivering
a presentation at ProSource Wholesale Floors
Fourteen accredited members and three affiliates helped
Central Prairie Chapter kick off its new year with an
intimate and lively AGM on April 18. Outgoing Vice-
President Sandra Gilbert did a great job of organizing the
details that made the day so successful – thank you
Sandra!
The main business of the meeting was the election of the
new slate of directors. Carol Standil, who will take on
the role of President, Bahia Taylor, Treasurer and Tara-
Spencer-Nairn, Secretary are currently serving two year terms that end in 2016. Carla Brenan joined the board
as a replacement after the 2014 AGM, and was ratified
to complete a two-year term as Member at Large in
2016.
The board is also very pleased to welcome back Tiffany
Johnson-Sheldon as our new Vice-President.
The AGM also gave us the opportunity to publicly salute
the contributions of our outgoing board members who
have been so generous with their time and talents:
Wanda Vuignier
Sandra Gilbert
Wendy Sas
Monique Milne
Monica White
Darlene Chimilar
We ended the day with a presentation from Colleen
Walmsley of the Women’s Enterprise Centre on social media
for designers.
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Ap
ril 18.
January hit us with more cold weather and snow
but it didn’t stop our chapter from enjoying our
annual luncheon. We had a great turnout including
some of our affiliates and a few new members at the
Mandarin Restaurant in Mississauga. Everyone left
feeling satiated. We held our annual elections and
welcomed a wonderful group of additional members
to our executive.
President: Edward Phillips
Past President: Audrey Macdonald Vice President, Membership Director:
Jeannette Wisby
Secretary: Anna Romito
Membership Director: Helena Asikainen
Program Director:: Deborah Darlington
Marketing Director: Alison Hodd
Special Events Director: Catherine Goslan
Communications Director: Ramita Singh
Treasurer: Elena Haluk
National Board Liaison: Jane Campbell
February rolled in just as chilly but we brought
enthusiasm to our meeting at a new Affiliate – Fasada
Windows. We learned all about doors, windows and
more about window coverings.
We held our March meeting at our Affiliate, Richelieu
Hardware and in addition to our meeting and
presentation and showroom tour of the premises, we
were given a fantastic presentation by Jane Campbell on
Sourcing Tips.
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Chapter Updates
We wound up the spring meetings with a visit to SOFA where we were given the ins and outs of managing the
paperwork side of our businesses by another Affiliate –
Design Docs, which was very informative. Following that, we
were treated to a lovely luncheon hosted by Distinctive
Appliances and the chef from Great Mountain Soapstone
cooked a marvelous meal on soapstone. What a treat and
learning experience it was. The soapstone is so durable you
can heat it up on your barbeque and grill meats of all kinds.
GTA West
CDECA’s National Capital Region has been very active
this year with renewed energy and ideas to stimulate our
local membership and generate a buzz about our
organization - from the Ottawa area, all the way up to
the National level. We have undertaken new marketing
and communication initiatives, with extra emphasis on
creating and maintaining a relevant Social Media presence
for our organization.
Our Chapter was included at the Ernst and Young Conference Centre for Ottawa’s Home and Garden
Show March 26-29th. Affiliate partner Beth Charbonneau
of Our Homes Magazine asked Marketing and
Communications Director, Cara Hancox along with
Debbie MacIsaac to act as industry professionals for the
Show’s featured panel on “Ask An Expert.” Our
designers spent an afternoon offering complimentary 15
minute consultations on the opening day to the public -
demonstrating the value of hiring professionals for major
renovations.
The NCR resumed our ‘Round Table’ discussions initiated by
the Board of Directors last year, with Debbie MacIsaac’s
organizational expertise. Our first meeting was held in April
at Affiliate partner Marchand Electric’s beautiful boardroom
in Ottawa. There was a good turnout and lively discussion
with 10 local designers and decorators. Guest speaker Liz
Cannie, Sales Representative from Ottawa Our Homes
Magazine helped to initiate the topic “How to Continue to
evolve your business with Marketing, Advertising and
Networking”
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Nat iona l Cap i ta l Reg ion
April was a busy month in Ottawa.
In addition to encouraging
discussion with new and existing
members, our Chapter held a PD
Day for members, featuring 3D
Dream - a new software available
to designers. The workshop was
well-attended by our members.
Finally, the NCR had exceptional
results at this year’s National
Awards Gala and PD Day at The
Old Mill Inn and Spa in Toronto.
Ottawa Designers Sonya Kinkade
and Maureen Coates collaborated
on a kitchen design in the ‘Over
50k’ category, earning Silver, for
their sleek and understated “Mad
Men Sexy” themed kitchen.
Mary Anne Van Gaal earned Bronze
for her entry in the ‘Under 50k’
category with her refined “Modern
Farmhouse Kitchen”.
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
Chapter Updates
In the Bathroom category, Deborah
Casey earned Silver in the ‘Under 25k’
category for her highly customized
“Gentleman’s Retreat” - with soft earth-
toned colours, custom cabinetry, sensor
lights, and a walk-in shower.
Last but not least, Sonya Kinkade came
away with "Top Honours” at the gala for
CDECA’s Commercial Category.
Kinkade received Gold for her
“Trendsetting Salon With Timeless
Appeal.” A big round of applause goes
out to all of our talented Interior
Decorators who received their
prestigious awards from our peers
across the country.
As we move into the month of May, our
Chapter is busy preparing for our
regional PD Day, planned for next
month at Ottawa’s Southway Inn.
Industry advisors and trendsetters will
be featured guests for our Chapter’s
Annual Day of inspiration and learning.
Stay posted for more in the next IDEAS
newsletter.
Nat iona l Cap i ta l Reg ion (Cont inued)
By Sarah Yang, Elle Decor
Original article can be found here.
What you need to know before you hang your window
treatments.
1. Not Measuring Correctly
The first thing you should do is measure your windows and
make adjustments depending on how you want to hang the
window treatments. It will save you another trip to the store if
your curtains and rods are the right size.
2. Hanging Curtains Too Low
Hang curtain rods and draperies at the ceiling to make the
room feel taller — this is especially important in small spaces.
3. Buying Curtains That Are Too Short
"For classic side panels, you really have to go all the way to the
floor," designer Scot Meacham Wood says. "If you're looking at
ready-made drapes, make sure that they touch the floor, even if
you have to buy the next size up and have them hemmed."
4. Not Thinking About Fullness
"Traditionally, you should be looking at 2 to 2½ times the width
of the window for the fullness of the drapes," Wood says. "So if
your window is 4 feet wide, the ungathered panels should be at
least 8 feet wide, or even better, 10 feet."
5. Avoiding the Iron
Wrinkled curtains look messy. Don't be lazy and think they
somehow will become unwrinkled after a few days, steam or
iron them before you hang them.
6. Forgetting About Hardware
The window treatments are the main event, but the hardware
is important, too. Pay attention to how heavy the curtains are,
sometimes you may need a rod with extra support or added
hardware. Also, think about the style of the rod and finial and
how it goes with the curtain style.
6 Mistakes You ’re Making When Hanging
Cur ta ins
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
From The Web.. .
By Stebbins, Real Life Made Easier
Original article can be found here.
Paralyzed by possibilities when it comes to dealing with your
windows? This quick primer will give you the know-how to find
the right treatments for every spot in your home.
Where Do I Start?
Set aside style considerations for a moment; function comes
first and will limit your curtain choices, in a good way. If you
want treatments that provide privacy or total darkness, you
need lined curtains. If you’re OK with light filtering through or if
your curtains are simply decorative, unlined will work. Lining is
more expensive but has other advantages: It can shield fabric
from sun damage, making curtains last longer. A lining also adds
heft, which protects against drafts and helps fabric fall more
luxuriously. For maximum durability, light blockage, body, and
insulation, you can get curtains with an interlining, too—a layer
of flannel-like fabric sewn between the lining and the “face”
fabric. This is a common option for custom-made curtains but
not widely available in less expensive ready-made panels.
Texture
Consider the mood of the room. For a formal space, there’s
heavy silk or velvet (a great insulator); both are dry-clean only.
More practical (often washable) options include silky rayon
blends and cotton sateen. For a casual feel, there are billowy
linen (generally dry-clean only) and crinkly crushed velvet.
Cotton and cotton blends work with any type of decor and
bring a crisp, neat feel, as does seasonless wool or wool blends.
Color
You’ll need to decide if you want the curtains to blend with the
decor or to pop. For blending, pick curtains that are the same
tone as the wall but a few shades darker, or choose a non-
dominant subtle color in the room (a soft shade from the rug,
say). A bold color will work like an exclamation point (if you’re
looking to add some wow). Also keep in mind that in a space
where the sun shines through unlined curtains, the color will
infuse the room. Blue can be eerie; pink, cheery.
Prints and Patterns
A rule of thumb: If you have patterned furniture or bedding (or
a very elaborate rug), stick with solid curtains. If you have solid-
color furniture or bedding, consider patterned curtains. For a
subtle hit of style and energy, go for a small, neutral print, like
dots or paisley, which reads like texture from afar. A large,
graphic print in a color that relates to the existing decor is
daring but can be spectacular.
Your Guide to Cur ta ins and Window Treatments
By Katie, BlindsGalore Blog
Original article can be found here
Wood and faux wood blinds are two of the most popular
window treatments today. Wood window blinds and faux wood
blinds are two of the most popular window treatments today.
And, for good reason. Both are highly functional, attractive and
complement almost any decor.
First, let’s start with faux wood, which are also sometimes
called imitation wood blinds. This is an apt description, because
they are a horizontal blind that is meant to “look” like real
wood but made from materials that won’t warp, crack or fade.
Faux wood blinds are a great choice for bathrooms, kitchens
and/or generally humid environments. They are also a good
choice for homes with children, as they can stand up to more
wear and tear. Faux wood blinds come in two varieties,
composite wood and PVC/vinyl. The slats of composite wood
blinds generally have a wood core coated in a coated with a
high-tech polymer. Composite wood blinds are slightly more
upscale but have a more refined look. PVC/vinyl faux woods
have vinyl slats. Both are available in stains and painted colors,
just like wood blinds.
The slats of wood blinds are made from hardwoods, most
commonly basswood.
Real wood blinds, tend to be lighter than faux woods; this is
sometimes a consideration if you are buying a horizontal blind
for a large window, as it is easier to lift and lower a large wood
blind than a faux wood. The main reason people choose wood
over faux is aesthetics. For some people only real wood blinds
will do because they are real wood. No matter how good
manufacturers get at making faux woods look “real,” in the end
they are imitation. Real wood blinds look like another piece of
fine furniture.
To summarize, faux woods are better for hot, humid rooms
and regions, and high traffic areas. They are also less expensive
than wood blinds. Wood blinds offer a more upscale look and a
good choice for those who believe that only real wood will do.
Real wood blinds do look nicer, there’s no denying that. If you
saw them side by side, most likely you’d agree. Some people
put wood blinds up in their home, but only in more formal
rooms. For the working rooms, they choose faux woods. That’s
a smart strategy.
Choos ing Between Wood and Faux Wood B l inds
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
From The Web.. .
By Coral Nafie, About Home
Original article can be found here
Drapery hardware has come to the forefront of window
dressing. You're not stuck with boring white curtain rods any
more. There's a look in drapery hardware that can dress up any
room in any style.About 20 years ago, someone realized that
draperies could be enhanced and beautified with interesting
rods, rings, and tiebacks. The window covering industry will
never be the same- fortunately! Drapery hardware became a
focal point of window dressing.
You can now find drapery rods, curtain rods, rod finials, rings,
and tiebacks in a mind-boggling assortment of designs in iron,
wood, stainless steel, decorative ceramic, wrought iron, painted
or not.If you've been in the market for draperies or other
window treatments, you've already seen that deciding on
drapery fabric and styles has just gotten more complicated. You
also have to select a decorative drapery rod. And what a
difference an interesting rod can make. Check out our tips
before you make your selection.
Coordinate your draperies, drapery hardware, and fabrics so
that they look comfortable together. Select thin, light rods for
sheer drapery panels. For heavier draperies, find a rod with a
larger diameter and choose a bold finial.
Depending on the style of the room, decide if you want the
drapery rod to be a prominent decorative element or if you
want it to be hidden behind the draperies.
The size of drapery rod and accessories you choose will depend
on the size of the room, too. For a large room with high
ceilings, select wide diameter poles, rods, and rings. For a
smaller room, design the window treatments to scale and select
smaller, lighter rods.
Will your draperies remain open most of the time or will they
be opened and closed daily? Panels that hang from the sides can
be arranged on a basic or decorative pole, either gathered
through a rod pocket or hung from decorative rings or with tab
tops. If you'll move the panels open and closed, you'll need a
draw cord system or clip-on or sew-on decorative rings.
For an adaptable window covering system, layer the window
treatments. If you need privacy or light control, install a blind or
shutters next to the glass. If desired, add stationary panels for
texture, color, and style.
Add height to a room by installing drapery hardware well above
the window frame, or even up along the ceiling line. The longer
fabric panels will add a tall line to the rooms.
If you've decided on two layers of drapes or curtains, you'll
need to install a double rod or use two separate rods. The
inner rod closest to the wall will hold the drapery panels while
the outer one will hold decorative panels or a valance.
Once you've made all the decisions about the type of window
coverage you want and what type of hardware will be best,
spend some time considering the style of your decor and what
window hardware will enhance that style.
Traditional, formal, or period rooms will be enhanced with
classic wood, gilded, carved, or brass poles. Select a finial with a
historical shape such as a basic round shape, a pineapple, or
fleur de lis.
Choose a simple pine or iron pole for a home decorated in a
simple country style. A basic pole cap or round finial is all you
need for a cozy country home.
French Country, Tuscan, Spanish, and rustic styles will be
highlighted with drapery hardware of rusted ornamental iron,
black wrought iron, and rustic metals. Avoid any shiny finishes.
Keep things raw and dull.
Shiny iron, brushed nickel or copper, and chrome rods with
metal, iron, or clear or colored glass finials (or no finials at all)
really look sleek and neat in a Contemporary style home.
Cable systems with remote controls have a minimal look,
perfect for large, open contemporary space.
You can look at choosing drapery hardware as just another fun
part of creating your own look in your home. Every element
will enhance the space and reflect your taste. Choose carefully!
Dress Up Your Windows With Fash ionable
Draper y Hardware
Window Coverings Spring 2015 Volume 1, Issue 3
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