🔎 Triple-fold blinds, serpentine blinds? Understand what curtain shops are saying in a second! Basic knowledge of curtain buying - custom-made fabric curtains/sheer curtains/curtain accessories

Custom-made soft fabric curtains and window screens
Besides deciding on the size and choosing the color,
There are also hundreds of shapes and appearances that can be varied by sewing.

However, sometimes when you go to a curtain shop to inquire...
Or the curtain installer can come to your home to take measurements.
When selecting items and discussing details
I often get confused by a bunch of unfamiliar words.
I was afraid that I wasn't knowledgeable enough and would be led astray by the shopkeeper!

The following is a compilation of some of the most basic curtain terminology.
FromCurtain styles, curtain boxes, decorative tracks, fabric opening and closing methods
Let's easily understand what curtain shop owners are really saying!

▶︎How many styles of curtains are there?

Different sewing or hanging methods for fabric scraps
The most direct factor affecting the difference in the appearance of curtains
Triple-fold blinds / Snake blinds / Roman blinds / Artistic tracks
I'll explain it to you one by one right away!

1. Pinch Pleat Triple Blind

Also known as a three-fold curtain, three-panel curtain, three-panel view curtain, etc.
It is the most common type of soft fabric curtain in the market.

Three pleats of fabric form a group
The spacing between each set of fabric folds is usually 10cm.
The fabric was folded and sewn with a metal crochet hook.
White aluminum railsThis is the most common combination.

❚ Single-layer tri-fold curtain ❚

Fabric thickness: at least 9cm
Space or curtain box depth: It is recommended to allow at least 12cm.

❚ Double-layered tri-fold curtain ❚

If one curtain and one sheer curtain are installed
Space or curtain box depth: It is recommended to allow at least 22cm.

2. Tempo Wave serpentine curtain

Also known as serpentine curtain or snake-shaped curtain
according toDifferent dimensions of curve curvaturebesidesBig snake, small snakedivided
There are curved fabric protrusions at both the front and back of the track.
thereforeIt requires more installation space than a three-fold blind.

❚ Single-layer serpentine curtain (large snake) ❚

Crochet stitch spacing: 8cm
Space or curtain box depth: It is recommended to allow at least 16cm to avoid squeezing the smooth curve of the fabric folds.

❚ Double-layered curtains ❚

If one curtain and one sheer curtain are installed
The suggestion can be adopted.Comprehensive combination
Front side of the room (curtain): Use a serpentine curtain.
Near the back of the window (sheer curtain): Use a three-fold curtain.
Space or curtain box depth: It is recommended to allow 25cm.
in this wayIt can save on the overall fabric thickness.
To avoid taking up too much indoor space!

3. Roman Shade

The once very popular top and bottom curtain style
Pulling the drawstring will cause the fabric to fold upwards, one fold at a time.

As long as it can be customizedSoft fabric curtainsdirectory
The fabric inside can basically be converted into Roman blinds!
However becauseThe pull cords and plastic buckles behind the curtains have a high damage rate.
In recent years, fewer and fewer consumers have chosen this type of curtain.
Instead, use directlyCurtains／DrapesTo match
Add layers to the space with double-layered curtains.

4. Artistic Curtain Pole

Besides using curtain boxes to decorate curtain tracks and fabric ends
If installation space allows
Alternatively, an exposed curtain rod assembly can be used.

Curtain rods havewood or metalChoice
MoreFront and rear dual-track typegiveDouble curtainsuse!

🎥Bonus content:With decorative rods, who needs curtain boxes?

❚ How to match decorative curtain rods with stylish accessories? ❚

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① Typical through-pole type:Compatible with curtains that have pre-punched eyelets/rings, or curtains with rod pockets, suspender straps, or back suspender straps.
>> Blouk-Single Single Rail Bracket/Blouk-Double Double Rail Bracket/Blouk-Ceiling ceiling brackets/Buloo wall bracket
 

② Add curtain clips: Can be paired with regular fabric curtains / curtains with rod pockets, suspender straps (to be removed), or back suspender designs.
>> Zolun-Clip Curtain Clip
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③ Add curtain rings: Can be paired with curtains that already have crochet hooks / curtains with suspender or back strap designs sewn onto fabric scraps.
>> Zolun-Hook Curtain Rings
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4 Left and right head ornamentsFor the ends of the curtain rod, it is recommended to choose decorative trim pieces to decorate the cut edges.
>> Finial headdress

What are some things to keep in mind when installing decorative curtain rods?

1. There are usage limitations in terms of length dimensions.
wider and heavier curtains
This can easily cause the shaft to sag and deform.

2. When the window is too long and requires two window rods to be joined together.
There is a support bracket in the middle.
The curtain will not be able to pass through when it is opened to the left or right.
It is important to note whether the installation location will affect the use of the curtains.

3. Different head ornaments vary in size.
Please confirm compatibility before installation.

4. If usingWall bracket
No need to add any more decorative headpieces

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▶︎What are the different ways to close and close curtains?

Depending on individual space design, usage habits, or environmental conditions
You can also choose different curtain closing methods.

This article is only for...Soft fabric curtainsIntroduce
If installation space allows
It would be recommendedIncrease curtain width
Make the curtains wider than the window.
To avoid the fabric covering the windows when rolled up to the left or right.
Affecting the sense of spaciousness

📍Double Drapery (Pair) - Opens and closes on both sides

A track with left and rightTwo curtains
It is the most common way to open and close fabric curtains.

❚ It has a pull cord ❚

When you pull the side cord,Simultaneously gather to the left and right.

❚ No pull cord ❚

Directly pull the fabric piece to open and close the curtain on one side at a time.
It's a good choice for those who prioritize home safety and child safety.

📍Single Drapery (Single Panel) - Opens from the left/Closes from the right

Only one is hanging on the trackA curtain
Keep the curtains closed only on the left or right side.
This allows the other side to be completely clear and not obstructed by the fabric.
It can also be selected.No pull cordOrElectric system
That's right, fabric curtains and sheer curtains can also be upgraded to electric systems!
👉 How to choose and install motorized blinds? We'll tell you all about it.

▶︎What is a curtain box?

Commonly found in woodwork decoration
Metal curtain track used to cover the top
However, if you are using decorative curtain tracks, it is not suitable to install a curtain box.
Otherwise it will obstruct the design and appearance.

Popular nowadays Roller Blinds/Double Roller Blinds/Venetian Blinds/Honeycomb Shades
Most component systems have their own track modification methods.
A curtain box is not necessary!
Ultimately, the decision to install a curtain box depends on individual aesthetic preferences.

👀See more "no curtain box" designs Realistic installation effect

📍Curtain box size diagram

Each store often has its own set of customary sayings.
For example, depth and thickness, height and depth...
These are all words that are easy to misunderstand.
Special attention should be paid when communicating with the store!

🔎 Further Reading:Do you absolutely need a curtain box when decorating? Here's a perfect solution for installing curtains without one!

The vast world of fabric curtains
There are many more insider terms
For example, whether the pattern matches, how many pieces of fabric, the yardage, whether it's seamless fabric...
We'll find out in the next chapter. (Adjusts glasses)

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