Rod Pocket Headings measure from the top of the rod
Drapery
on a Decorative Rod with Rings – Measure from the bottom of the Ring
Add
2"-4” to the length if you would like the drapery to “sweep” the floor
Add 10” if you would like a “puddle” effect
"Stackback" is the amount of wall space needed if you would like your Traversing (Operational)
Draperies to clear the glass completely. The easy rule of thumb in calculating your Stackback is to take the measure
of the window and add 40%. This will give you your rod size necessary to achieve complete stackback. Many times
you will not have enough wall space of either side of the window to achieve the full stackback. In those cases, just
go as wide as you can. Certain Pleated headings stack more compactly than others. See our Heading information
below.
"Return" is the depth of where the drapery projects
from the front of the rod back to the wall. Returns always give a finish look to your drapery. Returns are your personal
preference and are according to the type of drapery rod you are using. Always refer to your drapery rod specifications
for the return and/or projection size. Our standard is to make pleated styles with 3 1/2" returns. Other
return sizes are optional according to your preference and hardware specifications.
"Overlap"
is where the two panels of center split draw drapery draw together in the center and overlap on a traverse rod. The
overlap is designed to close the drapery completely without any light gap.
"Undertreatment"
is Drapery (usually Sheers) installed behind the main Drapery (Overdrape). Underdrapes do not need returns
on Standard Double Traverse Rods as the Overdrape returns cover both rod returns.
"Overdrape" is
the Drapery installed over the Underdrape. Standard returns for an overdrape is 6" on a Standard Traverse
Rod. It is always a good idea to check the Drapery Hardware you are using.
Linings: Standard lining is Challis
consisting of a blend of polyester and cotton. Premium lining
is Suedeline (dim out) consisting of a blend of polyeter and cotton is is denser than Challis. Suedeline will make your
drapery heavier.
Interlining is a cotton felt like fabric
that is placed between the drapery fabric and the lining to provide extra fullness, protection, and energy efficiency.
Standard and Premium (Bump) are offered as options. Interlining also protects delicate fabrics such as Silk from the effects
of the sun. We recommend Interlining on all Silk Drapery and Faux Silks to provide extra fullness. Our premium
Suedeline lining is used when the interlined option is selected. Please note: Using our Premium interlining "Bump"
will make your drapes very heavy.
Rod Pocket "Header" is the 2"
ruffle above the rod pocket. Headers are optional.
"Flat
Width" is the actual flat width of the drapery panel, not the rod size. You will see flat widths referred to in
our some of our drapery products. Flat width is also an option with our Grommet Drapery Header. It is referred to as
1 x fullness.
Ring Count for Drapery. See the Ring Count
that you will need in the table below. We suggest the same ring count if your Drapery has a Flat heading as well.
Lead and Stationary Edges: This term is used when for decorative trim applications. The
lead edge is the inside edge of the drapery, stationary edge is the outside edge. When trim is an option we will ask
your for how many right and/or left panels you are ordering. This tells us where to place the trim. When pairs
are ordered lead and stationary edge are self explanatory.
