 Back Tabs Fabric loops for a curtain rod located on the reverse of a curtain panel near the top.
|
 Blackout A feature of a curtain panel where outside light is blocked from entering the room, so long as the panel is drawn.
|
 Curtain A length of fabric usually constructed from a lighter material that is used to decorate and cover a window; a curtain may or may not be lined.
|
Drape A length of fabric usually constructed from a heavier material that is used to decorate and cover a window; this type of window treatment is always lined.
|
Drawing Wand A clear stick with a handle that attaches to a panel on either side; it is used to draw a curtain closed.
|
 Finials The decorative spheres, leaves, cylinders, and other formations that adorn either side of a curtain rod.
|
 Grommets The metal rings at the top of a curtain panel through which a curtain rod is inserted for hanging.
|
  Holdbacks A metal hook or a post attached to the wall that allows you to cinch or hold your curtains to both sides of the window.
|
 Hook-and-Loop Fasteners A pair of fabric tabs that adhere together when a plastic sheet covered with tiny loops is pressed to another plastic sheet covered with tiny hooks. This holds the curtain around the curtain rod.
|
 Microfiber A closely-woven polyester fabric that is durable and lightweight, creating perfect drapability on a window.
|
Rod Pocket The fabric sleeve at the top of a curtain panel through which a curtain rod is inserted for hanging.
|
 Sash Curtain Rod A thin curtain rod ideal for hanging a lightweight curtain (like a sheer or lace) close to the glass on a casement window or door.
|
 Selvedge An edge on a lace curtain that prevents the threads from unraveling.
|
 Slubbed The nubby texture of a fabric that adds character with varying striations of color.
|
 Support Bracket (Mounting Bracket) A flat, metal support that is screwed into a window frame or wall; a hook projecting from the top holds one end of the curtain rod. Typically, two support brackets are included with a curtain rod.
|
 Tab Tops The fabric loops at the top of a curtain panel through which a curtain rod is inserted for hanging.
|
 Tailored Edges The crisp, straight edges that finish the bottom of a curtain panel.
|
 Telescoping Rod A rod within a curtain rod that can extend out or retract in depending on the width needed for your window.
|
 Tiebacks A strip of matching fabric that is used to cinch a curtain panel to the side; these are usually included with curtain pairs. |
 Utility Curtain Rod A wide, flat curtain rod that projects outward from the window frame; it's ideal for hanging heavier curtains or valances.
|
 Wrap Around Curtain Rod A curtain rod that projects out and curves around the window; it's ideal for blocking out light and drafts. |
