Different Types of Valances for your Windows:

Valances are window treatments that can be used alone or layered over drapes to top-off, finish or highlight your windows. Valances can also provide additional insulation value by preventing cold or hot air from entering or escaping from the top of your window treatments. There are many different styles of valances. Here are some of the most popular ones that FactoryDirectDrapes.com offers.

Pinch Pleated Valance – Pinch pleated valances are ideal for more formal areas of your home because of its sophisticated shape. Use with traverse rod.


Balloon Valance– Balloon valances got their name from their ballooned appearance when hanged. It softens the look of the room. Simply stuff the balloon valance after it arrives with crumpled tissue paper and make adjustments in gathers to establish the balloon effect. Use with 2” balloon valance rod.


Continental valance– Continental valances are characterized by its stylish swags and cascades. Use with extra-wide 4” rods called continental rods.


Embassy valance– Embassy valances are known for its gathered fabric without any ruffles for a sleek and clean appearance. Use with extra wide 4” rods called continental rods.


Halo valance– Halo valances are custom short curtains created to be a valance. They have beautiful ruffles at top and the fabric gathers across the valance rod. They add a uniform and classic look. The halo valances require a 2" balloon valance rod.


Scarf valance - Scarf valances are "free form" valances that create clean pleat lines and a gracefully, flowing appearance.


Choose the right type of valance to complement the style of your window treatments.