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Living room drapery hem

Living room draperyGood construction, all by itself, can make a simple drapery look expensive. I know a designer that makes plain, unpatterned curtains in a neutral color—but when he gives them an 18-inch weighted hem, a quiet grandeur emerges. (Ask for headed-chain weights when the curtains are made.) Have the drapery lined and interlined.  It will look rich and heavy and it makes the sound in the room very peaceful and soft.

Tip: Hang the draperies high so you get the full effect of fabric sluicing down to an aristocratic hem.

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3 Responses to “Living room drapery hem”

  1. Bolo Says:
    March 19th, 2009 at 9:24 pm

    Good tip. Neutral colored draperies are my favorite.

  2. FrankH Says:
    March 20th, 2009 at 1:49 pm

    Regarding sound in the room - it really works. High draperies helps to fight sound reflection between walls, reducing room’s noise.

  3. Matthew Says:
    May 19th, 2009 at 11:21 am

    Very elegant and aristocratic design. And yes,it really helps in minimizing the sound inside the room.