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Wooden Blinds

Posted by: Michael Proctor
Wooden blinds are commonly known as Venetian blinds. With these blinds, a number of horizontal wooden slats are joined together by corded pulleys. These pulleys either gather all of the slats to the top of the window, allowing the outside to be seen, or the slats can be positioned at an angle which allows light to travel in while privacy is still retained. Wooden blinds can come in a number of woods...

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Patterned Drapes and Fabric

Posted by: Michael Proctor
While it's fairly common to see patterned fabrics in home décor, the use of patterns is often thought of as being limited to upholstered furniture, blankets, pillows, and the like, but drapes also come in patterns. These patterned drapes and curtains are making a comeback, style-wise. Of course, it's true that the wrong pattern drape can be be a major style “don't”, but the right one can add something...

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Soundproof Curtains

Posted by: Michael Proctor
When They're Used Best If you live near a highway or above a busy street, you probably know what it's like to have too much noise coming in at all hours, disrupting your sleep or quiet time at home. Hanging soundproof curtains or drapes could be exactly what you need to improve the noise pollution situation in your home. A soundproof curtain is a window treatment that serves as a barrier between...

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Steam Cleaning Your Drapes

Posted by: Michael Proctor
While drapes and curtains come in many shapes, sizes, and price ranges, there is something all window treatments have in common. They all eventually accumulate odors, dust, and dirt. Because of the design and materials used in window treatments, it’s often necessary to use special methods of cleaning. One fairly easy method of cleaning window treatments is to use a steam cleaner. You might already...

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A Brief History of Curtains

Posted by: Michael Proctor
We all know that curtains have been around for quite a while, but do you know the origin of curtains? For many years, curtains of one type or another have been used to define spaces and create a sense of privacy. The first curtains that people made were made from animal hides. These hides were placed over doorways and fastened with hooks. As you can imagine, hides are rather stiff and do not drape...

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Proctor Drapery, The Man Who Drapes St. Louis

Posted by: Michael Proctor
Check out this funny cartoon St. Louis illustrator Jert created for Proctor Drapery, concept by Michael Proctor. I'm out there draping St. Louis!  

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Tips For Cleaning Curtains and Drapes

Posted by: Michael Proctor
Just like anything else in your home, cleaning curtains need to be a regular task added to a cleaning schedule. Often overlooked, curtains and draperies can get dingy and dusty. By learning how to take proper care of your curtains, you can extend their lives as beautiful window treatments. The more light cleaning you do with your curtains, just as with other cleaning, the less time you will need...

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How To Install Curtains

Posted by: Michael Proctor
Curtains and drapes can have a huge impact on the style and personality of a room, or even your entire home. However, before you start getting compliment after compliment from your guests, you have to hang them right? The graphic below gives informative and easy to follow instructions on how you can install and hang your curtains. This image will walk you through just about every step you'll need...

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Choosing Curtain Lengths With Consistency and Style

Posted by: Michael Proctor
  If you’re searching for curtains, you might be thinking, “There’s curtains in all sorts of lengths. Which length is right for me?” When choosing curtains for your home or apartment, length plays a big role. This article will help you figure out how to choose curtain lengths are appropriate for your windows. Curtains come (or can be made) in a variety of sizes, ranging from just...

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6 Curtain Tips to Remember While Hanging and Shopping

Posted by: Michael Proctor
If you’re a little bit stumped while shopping for or hanging your curtains, here are a few good curtain tips to help you out and get you started.1.  If you’re goingfor a traditional look, choose curtains that hit exactly to the floor.  This is a tried and true classy and timeless look.2.  If a casual look is more your style, go with curtains that skim the bottom of your windowsill.  Shorter...

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