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Are you preparing to remodel the interior fabric of your home? Before you contact your local upholstery or reupholstery company, consider the types of window treatment options available.
Blinds: Window blinds are often made of metal, vinyl, or stiffened fabric. It is important to consider the number of slats per foot when purchasing horizontal blinds. The more slats per foot, the less light your blinds will allow. In addition, blinds with chord holes at the back of the slats will also close more tightly.
Shutters: Most wooden shutters are made from oak, maple, brasswood, cedar, or pine. However, many individuals choose to use faux wood or vinyl to cut their decorating costs. The most common interior shutter window treatments are Plantation shutters, as their classic design and hinge placement keeps light completely out when closed.
Curtains and Drapes: There are several different types of curtains and drapes to choose from, including:
- Sheers: These are see-through curtains or drapes that can be used alone for a light, airy feel or behind another set of curtains for added style.
- Tab Top: Straight curtains with button tabs or snaps, tab top curtains allow for easy placement. However, the curtain rod often shows through tab spaces.
- French Pleat: The French pleat has triple-pleat sections pinched together at the bottom. Great for formal décor or master bedrooms.
- Panel: Also called pole tops, casement curtains, or rod pockets, panel curtains are straight curtains with only one or two pockets at the top that work well for unused windows.
- Café: Placed inside the widow frame through the midsection of window, café curtains are most commonly used in kitchens.
Shades: There are a variety of window shades to choose from, including roller shades, honeycomb shades, and Roman shades. However, the most common are the Roman shades. Made from a curtain-type fabric, Roman shades use a cord and dowel method to draw up from the bottom in soft folds.
Looking for the right window treatments for your home? Interior designers with Beckenstein Fabric provide the fabric and window treatments for your needs. For services, products, locations, or to schedule a consultation, visit our website today!
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Antiques and family heirlooms can be difficult to part with, no matter how tattered or worn they are. Instead of selling or throwing your furniture away, consider reupholstery instead. Before you contact your interior fabric or Upholstery Company, check out these tips on what to know before reupholstering your furniture.
- Is it Worth It? Reupholstery works to improve furniture that has experienced wear, fading, or fabric damage, but it’s not a cure-all. You’ll want to examine the furniture to make sure it is in good condition. Check the springs, frame, and overall construction for reliability issues. If your furniture is in particularly bad shape, then reupholstery may not even be worth your money. However, if the item is still in good condition, then reupholstery may just be your best bet.
- Research Your Options: You’ll want to check into the total costs ahead of time. The last thing you want is to have your furniture reupholstered only to find out you can’t afford the result. Check into as many companies as you can to find the best deal for your money. This is also a great opportunity to research the upholsterer’s work, service record, and warranty options.
- Fabric Options: The whole point of reupholstering your furniture is to make it look like new. This means that it is important to thoroughly consider your fabric choices before making a decision. Darker colored fabrics may fade easier in the sunlight and show pet hair, while lighter colored fabrics are more susceptible to stains and dirt. It is important to find the right color and textured fabric for your specific needs.
Whether you are interested in reupholstering your couch or are just looking for a new set of curtains, the professionals with Beckenstein Fabric provide the services for your needs. For fabric, drapes, interior fabrics, locations, or to schedule a consultation, visit our website today!
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Master bedrooms are usually medium to large sized, with a bed, at least one side table, and chest or clothing armoire. However, the more furniture you leave out, the more spacious your bedroom will appear.
In this video from eHow.com, professional decorator and home organizer Ann Myrick shares some tips on how to arrange your bedroom furniture for maximum space and aesthetic appeal. It is important to place your bed first, preferably centered with the bedroom light, and then place additional furniture around it. Wondering if you should go with a matching bedroom set? Check out more tips with this full clip.
Looking for a fabric or upholstery company in your area? Professionals with Beckenstein Fabric provide the new furniture, bedding, pillows, and accessories for your needs. For products, specials, locations, or to schedule a consultation, visit our website today!
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Are you in the market for a new couch? Wondering how you should furnish your living room? If you are looking for more information on finding the perfect couch or popular must-have furniture, then check out some of these great resources.
- Decorating your living room can be a challenge. How do you know what pieces you should buy? Check out this article from eHow.com for tips on how to buy living room furniture.
- Are you dealing with a small space? Find out how to place living room furniture and maximize your space with this article from eHow.com.
- Buying a new couch can be difficult; how do you know you’re getting the most out of your money? Check out this article from GoodHouseKeeping.com for more information on how to buy a new sofa.
- This article from the Washington Post provides an overview of how to purchase a new sofa.
- How do you decide which sofa is best for your family? Get the inside scoop on finding the perfect sofa with this link from eHow.com.
Whether you are looking to redecorate your home, or you are just interested in updating your home’s interior fabric, professionals with Beckenstein Fabric provide the upholstery services for your needs. We also provide drapes and new furniture sales. For products, services, locations, or to schedule an appointment, visit our website today!
