Eco-Friendly Nursery for your Baby

Your baby’s body is growing and developing so he/she is more vulnerable to the effects of toxic chemicals. Make a beautiful room for your baby without compromising on safety:

Paint. Your baby’s lungs are still developing months after birth so make sure you choose natural or organic paints, “VOC-free” or paints that emit fewer toxic emissions from Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) for all the surfaces of your nursery or child’s room. Some of these VOCs are carcinogenic or toxic and have been fingered for contributing to respiratory distress and many childhood disorders.

Bedding. Make sure your baby is getting a comfy and healthy sleep by choosing linens and pillows made of 100% organic cotton, hemp or natural silk. These materials are not only hypoallergenic and soft, they are also free from pesticides, chemicals and other allergens that can irritate your baby’s skin.

Drapes and Curtains. Choose eco-friendly drapes and curtains for your baby’s nursery. Many imported ready-made drapes and curtains emit toxic smell caused by VOCs. None of the eco-friendly and natural drape fabrics we offer at FactoryDirectDrapes.com were subjected to harsh chemical treatments or harmful dyes during the processing or finishing of the fabric. Our line of eco-friendly fabrics include 100% organic cotton, hemp and recycled fabrics and come in a variety of colors.

Furniture. Look for baby furnitures that are made from natural solid hardwood or reclaimed wood that are finished with low VOC's coatings and finishes. Your new baby will sleep an average of 15 hours per day so it’s very important to choose a crib that’s not only comfortable but safe from toxic materials.

Toys. Certain chemicals in baby and kids toys may be harmful and are linked to learning and developmental disabilities. Before you buy toys for your baby, find out more information on which toys are safe and which aren’t.

Why Lining is important?

Drapery lining is one of the most important things to consider when ordering a custom drape other than color, fabric type and style. Lining is the backing fabric used in the construction of a custom drape. Adding the correct lining to your custom drapes is a good investment. It adds more fullness and body to the drape and also protects the main fabric from the harmful UV rays from the sunlight making it last longer than unlined drapes.

FactoryDirectDrapes.com recommends to always add lining to your custom drapes. Without a lining, even high quality fabrics will fade and deteriorate very quickly. At FactoryDirectDrapes.com, all of our fabrics can have two types of linings attached to it: Standard or Blackout/Insulated lining. Our standard lining is made of 50% cotton and 50% polyester. The cotton makes it soft to the touch and the polyester allows it to block the sun the best way possible protecting your drapes and furniture from the damaging UV rays. Since a standard lining is made from a light fabric, it allows some natural light to enter the room while still giving you the privacy you want.

Our Blackout / insulated drapery lining blocks out 100% of the sunlight from penetrating through the drape. The room darkening effect is similar to what you find at most hotels and motels. It also reduces or dampens outside noise that gets in the room and provides superior insulation against unwanted heat or cold. Experts in insulation values rate insulated linings as reducing hot and cold air by up to 50 %! If you live in an area with particularly cold or warm climates, you have more reason to add blackout/insulated lining on your next custom drape purchase and save on your utility costs. Our blackout/insulated lining is made from the highest quality material available in the market today. It will not crack, peel or bubble. This lining is ideal for ideal for bedrooms, media rooms, schools, hospitals, nurseries and nursing homes. You have the option to purchase it as inherently fire retardant as an extra measure of protection for your family and home.

If you take all of these things into consideration, adding a lining to your custom drapes will cost you less in the long run than buying an unlined drape.

Moved in and Overwhelmed

You’ve just moved into a new home. While looking at your sea of boxes, the proverbial question runs through your head….Where do I start decorating my blank canvas? As overwhelming as it seems it is a great question. I would start with the windows. And here some very good reasons why you should start there...

Privacy and Light - For example, in the bedroom, privacy is the most important reason for draperies. Eliminating natural light while sleeping is generally the second reason why to start with the windows. Try adding blackout lining to draperies for superior privacy and room darkening.

Energy Efficiency - With today’s rising energy costs energy efficiency is more important than ever. In fact, up to 30% of all conventional heat loss in a room can be saved through the use of a nice heavy drapery fabric. But, it’s summer! Even in the sweltering summer heat the thermal lining protects by keeping the cold air in, and keeping the damaging sun rays out. By adding a blackout lining to your drape, the insulation value can increase up to 50%-60%!

Budget Conscience - Yes, believe it of not, there is way to achieve a designer look on a tight budget. When in a new home the budget can very important. When purchasing custom designer drapes and buying directly from the manufacturer you will save you hundreds of dollars per window.