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Every Room Should Have A View
Windows not only determine how you look out into the
world, they also set the mood for how you feel within a
room.The molding, the view, the shape and the way
light filters through – all of these elements are affected by
the window treatment you choose.
Drapes of rich velvet or luxurious silk frame a window
in softness. Breezy voile or layers of sheer organdy set a
more casual, airy tone. Oversized drapes pool on the
floor for added drama. A sheer drape layered beneath a
more substantial one adds dimension, filters light and
increases privacy.
Functional, decorative and architectural elements all play
into your choice of fabrics and finishes. Proper
measurements and hardware are also essential. In this
guide you’ll find some helpful hints to let you create the
windows you’ve always imagined.
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Find Your Style
Dark, rich fabrics like velvet and silk tend to drape in lustrous folds
with a structured shape. Lighter weight, subtly-colored fabrics, such
as voile and organdy, complement a relaxed atmosphere and add a
fresh, free-flowing feel of spaciousness.
For a tailored look, use the exact amount of fabric needed to co ver
the width of the window frame. For a fuller, more dramatic
presentation, use additional panels to create generous gathers.
You can layer drapes to mix textures, fabrics and colors to great
effect. For example, silk and voile make a distinctive pairing.Try a
deep-colored velvet with an airy, neutral-colored sheer or use
coordinating colors for a tone-on-tone look.
Even the way the drape attaches to the rod plays a part in the
overall feel.Top treatments include:
• POLE POCKET WITH RINGS – Our most formal option,
pole pocket drapes have a fabric casing along the top that can
be slipped over a rod without the need for hooks or rings.
• RING TOP – Less formal than a pole pocket, rings are sewn
directly into the fabric or can be attached with clips.The rod
slides through the rings.
• TIE TOP – For a breezy look, tie top drapes have fabric ties
spaced along the top of the curtain.They can be tied directly
to a rod or rings.
• TAB TOP – Relaxed and understated, tab top drapes have flat
loops (tabs) that are spaced along the top of the drape.The rod
slips through the tabs.
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Light
The amount of light and privacy you desire makes a difference
when choosing fabrics.Think about how the room is used and how
sunlight filters in throughout the day. If you’d like to block light,
protect artwork and furnishings from sun damage, or conserve heat,
heavier fabrics work well.To brighten your room, choose a lighter
weight fabric.
In general, the following categories describe which fabrics suit
varying light filtration and privacy considerations:
VELVET AND SILK – Work best for rooms in which less light and
maximum privacy are preferred.These fabrics also preserve heat
and block drafts. If low-light filtration is your prime objective,
mount the curtain rod above the trim and allow the drapes to
extend beyond the width of the window.
COTTON, CANVAS AND LINEN – Provide moderate levels of
privacy and light filtration.
VOILE, ORGANDY AND LIGHTWEIGHT SHEERS – Allow
the most light to filter through and are suited to rooms where
privacy is not needed.They also work well layered under a
heavier drape to give you additional options for light filtration.
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Hardware
Rods, finials and holdbacks are the finishing touches for your
windows.Wooden finishes give your window a classic look and
pair well with heavier drapes. Metal finishes are a bit more
contemporary, making a versatile match for a wide range of drapery.
To finish the look, add coordinating holdbacks.
RODS – are usually mounted 4" above the window.To add height
to a room, mount the rod closer to the ceiling. If you want a
layered look for your drapes, choose a double rod or convert an
existing single rod into a double with our conversion kit.
HANGING DRAPES – There are three different ways to hang our
pole pocket drapes: pole pocket, clip ring and round ring. Please
refer to the illustrations below to ensure drapes are properly
hung from the rod.
• POLE POCKET - Our standard pole pocket construction has
a fabric casing along the top that can be slipped over a rod
without the need for hooks or rings.
• CLIP & ROUND RINGS - A more refined and elegant look
is accomplished by attaching round or clip rings to the plastic
loops on the back of the drape.
POLE POCKET
CLIP RING
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ROUND RING
More On Hardware
DRAPERY RINGS
Drapery rings are easy to use and help panels slide smoothly along a
rod.Types of rings include:
• CLIP RING – Attach the clip ring behind the drape.The clip
should not be visible from the front of the drape.The clip should
be attached to the plastic loop on the back of the drape, not to
the drape itself. Please note: use the same number of clip rings as
swift tacks on the back of each drape.
• ROUND RING – Attach the round ring behind the drape using
the drapery hooks included with the drape. Please note: use the same
number of round rings as plastic loops on the back of each drape.
HOLDBACKS
Used to keep drapes open, holdbacks also affect the look of your
window treatment. A low-mount covers more of the window,
giving the drape a fuller look; a high-mount allows added light and
appears more tailored.
There are different types of drapery holdbacks to choose from:
• FABRIC TIEBACKS – Seamless and quietly functional, they are
constructed from the same fabric as the drape offered in select
programs.
• METAL & WOOD HOLDBACKS – From simple to ornate,
metal and wood holdbacks usually coordinate with a drapery rod
collection. For an eclectic effect, try mixing and matching rods
and holdbacks.
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Measuring
A
B
A. Wall Mount
B. Trim Mount
C. Above Sill
D. Below Sill
E. Floor Length
TRIM
C
D
E
Now that you’ve chosen the style, fabric and hardware, you’re ready
to begin measuring.
MEASURING FOR RODS
• Measure the width of your window treatments, taking into
account whether you’d like a wall mount (A) or a trim mount (B).
• Allow 1-3" on each side of the window for when the drapes are
completely open.
• Be sure to consider the extra wall space needed for decorative
finials, as the rod dimensions do not include the length of
the finial.
• For low light-filtration, mount the curtain rod 6" above the
trim and allow the rod width to extend 3" beyond the window’s
actual width.
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More On Measuring
Pottery Barn drapery lengths are measured from the top of the
fabric to the bottom. For example, pole pocket and tab top drapes
are measured from the top of the pole pocket or tab to the bottom
of the hem. Drapes with decorative tops, such as rings, tie tops or
grommets are measured from the top of the panel, not including the
decorative element. Consider the length of the top treatment when
determining the length needed. For example, our Grommet Drapes
will hang 1" shorter than the top to bottom measured length of the
drape since the drape is hung from grommets that sit 1" down from
the top of the drape. When our Double & Clip Rings are used with
Pole Pocket Drapes, the drapes will hang 1 1/2" longer than the
measured length of the drape.
MEASURING DRAPES
• Measure the length of your window, deciding whether you want
the drape to fall above the sill (measure from A or B to C), below
the sill (from A or B to D) or to the floor
(from A or B to E). If you’d like longer drapes that pool on
the floor in luxurious folds, add 6-8'' to the height measurement.
• To determine how many panels you need to achieve the desired
fullness, take the window’s width measurement and multiply it by
1 (tailored), 1.5 (standard) or 3 (full). For example, if you like a
gathered look and the window is 70" wide, you’ll need 210" of
panel width (70" x 3).
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Care & Longevity
When cared for properly, your Pottery Barn window treatments will
be a lasting investment.
• Dry cleaning is recommended for most of our drapery fabrics. In
between cleanings, you can use a soft-bristle brush to dust.
• Always refer to the specific care instructions included with each
drape.
• To store and protect from dust, hang drapery in a breathable
covering away from light and moisture.
• Our easy-care rods, finials and holdbacks can be cleaned with
a soft, dry cloth.
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Worksheet
Jot down measurements and sketch out ideas with this worksheet.
1) Mounting Hardware
Wall or Trim Mount:_______________
Width:___________________________
2) Length of Drapery Panel
Sill, Below Sill, Floor, Pooling
Length Needed: __________________
3) Number of Panels:
Tailored, Standard or Full
Width of Window: _______ x _______
Pick One: • Tailored x 1
• Standard x 1.5
• Full x 3
4) Light Filtration
Low, Medium, High: _______________
Refer to pages 6 and 7 for additional measuring tips.
For more information on Pottery Barn windows,
call 1.800.922.5507 or go to www.potterybarn.com.
REVISED 06/06
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