Grommet Top Drapes

Grommet Top Drapes and Curtains offer a stylish and trendy appearance to compliment your décor. The top of the drapery is accented with functional heavy-duty circular silver or brass grommets which also serve to showcase a clean, decorative rod and finials.

The stationary rod glides through the grommets spreading the drapery evenly along the rod and allowing them to manually open and close with ease. Once installed, the weight of the fabric allows the curtain to fall into subtle rounded folds or pleats. Unlike pinch pleated drapes, Grommet Top Drapes continue the pleat all the way to the top of the drapery hem. This draws your attention upward toward the ceiling and gives a great visual appeal to any room.

We usually recommend Grommet Top Drapes for people who will leave it as a stationary, non-functioning side panels. If the drapes are for areas that require for it to open and close often, Pinch Pleated Drapes are one of the easiest styles to operate. If you love the look of Grommet Top Drapes but are concerned about the functionality, add a shade behind it and consider using it as stationary panels only. This will give you the functionality you require while still getting the look of this beautiful and trendy drapery style.

FactoryDirectDrapes.com's custom Grommet Top Drapes and Curtains are proudly HAND MADE IN AMERICA since 1954. Our high quality Grommet Top Drapes are well known for its craftsmanship, long lasting durability and factory-direct prices. Choose from over a hundred different fabrics and colors and three major styles: Lined, Unlined and Sheer. Grommets are hand pressed to the fabric of your choice allowing it to slide easily along any window rod. Custom widths, lengths and lining options ensure a perfect fit. Choose blackout lining for superior insulation and privacy.

Replacing your Drapes

Replacing your drapes is one the most economical way to add instant elegance and give your room an instant “makeover” You’d want to replace your drapes to match your new wall paint and furniture, make your home more energy efficient or enhance the appearance of your room. Old drapes can also look worn, discolored and don’t look as bright as used to even after dry cleaning. You may not need to replace your hardware unless you’re changing the style of your drapes. Look around your room and determine whether your style is more traditional or more modern. You would want to pick a replacement drape style that would complement your new room decor and color scheme. Choose tab top or grommet drapes for a clean and modern look. Hang pinch pleated drapes for a classic and more formal style. If you want more natural light to come in your room, choose light and soft fabrics like sheers. Blackout drapes are ideal for bedrooms and is a great option for media rooms and home theaters. Blackout drapes also come with a thermal backing which makes them energy efficient to retain warm or cool air throughout the year, saving you money on heating and air-conditioning. Visit FactoryDirectDrapes.com today, we have a wide array of styles of drapes and plenty of fabrics to choose from. By purchasing “direct from our factory” you may be surprised that replacing your drapes aren’t expensive as you thought.

7 Easy Steps to Choosing Custom Draperies

One of the most influential ways to enhance the interior appeal in your home lies with custom drapery. There are several factors which should be considered such as privacy, color options, the amount of natural lighting in the room, and the cost, just to name a few. Of course, buying directly from Factory Direct Drapes™ can save you tons of money and time.

Here are seven easy steps to help you when choosing custom draperies that are sure to please:

1. Choose a style of drapery that matches your taste. Do you like the classic and functional appeal of Pinch Pleated draperies or do you prefer the modern, clean look of Grommet draperies? Do you live in a city loft where a contemporary feel is desired or are you looking for a homier feel? There are many different styles, each with their own appeal and benefits.

2. Choose a fabric color and either a plain or patterned fabric. Do you want to blend with your décor or stand out? Use our Virtual Room Designer to help you decide. By using our Virtual Room Designer, you can experiment with different wall colors, flooring, furniture colors, and more. You can also order free fabric samples by mail.

3. Decide on whether or not you will need Insulated drapes. Insulating your draperies with lining increases the weight of your drapes making them hang better, in addition to preventing cold air from entering a room in the winter and keeping warm air out in the summer. Insulated lining can also be used to block light out of a bedroom, for those that like to sleep in, or in the city where there’s a lot of outside light from street lamps and traffic. Insulated draperies can also mute outside noises.

4. Decide on whether or not you would like to add a layer of Sheer draperies for privacy and light control. Sheers draperies are an excellent way to allow filtered light into your room while leaving your drapes open. By adding sheers under your drapes, light comes in and you still have privacy. Sheer draperies provide a classic, rich, and custom appearance.

5. Decide if you want to top off your draperies with a custom valance. There is absolutely nothing better to top off, finish or highlight your drapes as nicely as a beautiful valance. Pinch Pleated valances easily "blend in" above the drape; yet provide custom elegance and sophistication. Scarf valances are "free form" valances that create clean pleat lines and a graceful, flowing appearance.

6. Measure your windows. See our Drapery Measuring Instructions for a detailed explanation. If you have any questions feel free to call or email us. We are here to help.

7. Choose appropriate rods for your style of drapery. You may need a traverse or decorative rod system. You may also need tie-back or ring clips. Traverse rods work best with Pinch Pleated draperies, however Pinch Pleated draperies can also be hung on a decorative rod using ring clips, creating a contemporary look. If you are adding a layer of sheer draperies or a valance, keep in mind that you may need an additional or double stacked rod with the appropriate hardware. When in question don’t hesitate to contact us for advice.

Custom draperies will add a finished look to your room and also provides functional benefits such as insulation. Ordering custom draperies from Factory Direct Drapes™ is an easy, cost-efficient way to add value to your home and enhance your interior space.

Since, 1954, our family has taken great pride in furnishing our customers with outstanding well made products. When it comes to quality and value, we truly believe you cannot find any better drapes than the ones we literally “hand craft” here in America. Visit us at www.factorydirectdrapes.com. 

Decorating Tip:

Try hanging the grommet draperies with ribbon to the poles to have a very feminine look, perfect for a little girl's room.