Wednesday, September 23, 2009

Pleated Draperies – A Symbol of Elegance

Long hanging curtains are called drapes. Curtains where a series of folds formed by doubling the fabric back on itself are made permanent through stitches at the top are known as pleated draperies. This is a kind of window decoration that makes rooms look stylish. Pleated drapes are also well suited to ward off unwanted heat or excess moisture.

This unique type of curtain is available in the market. You may choose to customize it according to your needs and preferences. Pleated draperies are available in a myriad variety of colors, styles and textures. There are numerous brands that manufacture good pleated drapes. Browse through their websites and take your pick from a wide range of varieties such as French pleat curtains, goblet pleat drapes, Parisian and inverted pleat drapes.

Vacuum cleaning on a weekly basis is good enough to keep your pleated drapes clean and attractive. But it is advisable to have pleated drapes washed once in every six months.

Different varieties of pleated drapes

Pinch Pleat Drapes: This is the most popular variety of pleated drapes. Pinch pleat drapes come in a variety of styles such as Two Finger Pinch Pleats, Three Finger Pleat, Four Finger Pleat and Five Finger Pleats. Buttons and bows can be attached to inch pleat drapes as embellishments to augment its beauty. Pinch pleat draperies are also well suited to provide optimum insulation.

Silk Pleat Drapes: In the case of pleated drapes, both style and material that the drapes are made of are important. Those tailored out of velvet are thick and heavy while drapes made from silk are comparatively lighter. Silk drapes maintain privacy while ensuring a chic look that turns your abode into a refreshing niche.

Patio Door Pleat Drapes: This kind of pleated drapes are apposite to cover the entire length and width of your patio door. While it allows adequate ventilation, it provides enough privacy.

Thermal Pleat Drapes: Thermal pleat draperies are used to maintain optimum temperature within rooms. These pleat draperies come with a thick liner and hence it can be used as blackout curtains. This type of draperies saves energy by making your room naturally cooler and makes your stay at home even more comfortable.

So the next time you plan to revamp your house, make sure that you don’t neglect your windows. Make your windows both trendy and beautiful with the lush luxury of pleated drapes.

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