November 5, 2009
Tags: curtains, design, draperies, Fabric, shades, style, tips on window treatments, usage of window treatments, valance
Privacy Issues Lace/sheer fabric should not be used alone where privacy is a must. Fortunately, lace/sheer fabrics can be installed over shades and blinds and look terrific. Sun and Ultra-Violet Concerns: Drapery curtains softly filter light but not the harmful ultra-violet rays that can damage fine furnishings. This includes furniture, both wood and upholstered, floors [...]
Tags: color, cool, design, neutral, warm
Colors fall into three general categories: a) Warm b) Cool c) Neutral The way we mix those colors along with attention to value, can enhance the use of color in design and communicate explicit messages. a): Warm colors in design convey excitement and energy: red, orange, and yellow. b) Cool colors are calming and relaxing: [...]