Curtains
Styles and Types of Curtains
There are so many different ways to decorate a window. Here is a selection of the different styles and types of curtains. These will give you ideas on what type of curtain style to use for your window decoration.
Decorative Curtains – Curtain Valance
This is a deep frill of fabric at the top of a window, framing the window and hiding the curtain track or rod.
Read more about the types of decorative curtains
Casement Curtains, Rod Pocket, Panel Curtain
This style of curtain has many names – Casement Curtain, Panel Curtain, Pole Top Curtain.
for more information on casement curtains
French Pleat Curtains
Regular spaced triple pleats generally formed by a tape that pulls through the cords.
for more information on french pleats
Tab Top Curtains
Curtains with fabric loops (tabs) at the top edge / head.
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Tab top curtain on decorative rod with finial.
Cafe Curtain
These originated from Vienna in the 19th Century, to allow patrons to view people passing by as they dined.
Find out what makes up a curtain, from the Head to the Hem.
read more about parts of a curtain
Rod Pocket
This style of curtain has many names – Casement Curtain, Panel Curtain, Pole Top Curtain.
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Grommet Top Curtains
These are similar to tab top curtains but have metal grommets (eyelets) fixed onto the head.
for more information on Grommet Top Curtains
Decorative Curtains
Rosettes
A focal point for a curtain arrangement. It can be a finishing touch for curtain headings, tiebacks, swags
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Grommet top curtains used here as a decorative curtain in a sheer fabric.
Curtain Lining
Curtain lining is often taken for granted. There are many types and they perform many different functions.
Speciality Curtains
Tie Back Curtains
These are curtains that are designed to be gathered at the side of the window.
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