Pinch Pleated Thermal Drapes – Energy Saving Window Treatments
Pinch pleated thermal drapes are a good choice if you want to lower your energy bills. They have a thermal insulated layer or backing that keeps warm air in during the winter and cool air in during the summer. Pinch pleated drapes consists of a series of pinch pleats that repeat across the top of the drapery or valance. An individual pinch pleat consists of three folds that are sewn together by hand or taped together using polyester tape. Pinch pleated drapes can be hung from wall to wall or directly from the ceiling and can add an air of luxuriousness and romance to any room.
This fast motion video shows how pinch pleated drapes are made:
Supreme Pinch Pleated Thermal Drapes are made of rayon/acetate and have a separate thermal suede lining with backing. They come in a choice of eight colors including bronze, cranberry, cream, dark slate and espresso and are excellent room darkening curtains.
Weathermate Thermalogic Insulated Pinch Pleated Thermal Drapes accommodate a wide range of window sizes. These machine washable drapes by Commonwealth Home Fashions have a cotton face fabric and an acrylic suede back fabric and come in natural, khaki, white and sage colors.
If you would like floral patterned curtains, Fireside Floral Foamback Pinch Pleated Thermal Drapes have a design of gold, rose and wine flowers on a linen or sage background and are made of 100% cotton lace fabric. These drapes come in 48, 63, 72 and 84-inch lengths with widths ranging from 48 to 144 inches. Patio door panels are available.
One way to change the look of your bedroom or living room is by updating to toile curtains. Andrea Toile Pinch Pleated Thermal Drapes feature a large botanical toile that comes in Bordeaus Maroon, Sage Green or Wedgewood Blue colors printed on heavyweight 100% cotton duck cloth. Using a decorative curtain rod will enhance their appearance.
Southwick Stripe Pinch Pleat Thermal Drapes are made from a 50% cotton/50% polyester material with a 100% acrylic foam backing. These machine washable curtains come in red, blue and black colors. With material similar to Southwick, Insulated Weaver’s Cloth homespun curtains are also machine washable and come in gold, khaki, natural and white colors.
