Jan 24, 2012

Pocket Top Drapes and Curtains

Pocket Top Drape is a simple form of drapery yet elegant in appearance. The fullness and body are easily controlled and distributed by pushing the fabric together on the rod or by allowing them to lay flat for an informal but tailored appearance. The simplicity of this style makes it one of the easiest styles of windows treatments to hang with no additional hooks or pins needed. Due to the style of heading construction, Pocket Top Drape is not recommended for areas that require drapery to open and close often. Perfect solution for french doors and smaller windows.

All of our Pocket Top Drapes and Curtains are proudly HAND MADE IN AMERICA. It is made with 150% fullness and comes with 2” pockets at header for a stationary decorative rod or cafe curtain rod to be thread through. It is available in a wide array of fabrics and colors.

There are major three styles of Pocket Top Drape that we offer:

  • Lined Pocket Top Drape – They are recommended because of their fuller look, superior insulation, privacy. They also last up to 10-15 years longer than unlined drapes.

  • Unlined Pocket Top Drapes – They are a great budget window covering providing superb value. Moreover, if you have to dry clean, unlined drapes are usually less expensive than lined.

  • Sheer Pocket Top Drape – They let the light come into your home while giving you the privacy you need. They also provide an airy feel to a room and very economical.


Since 1954 FactoryDirectDrapes.com has specialized in custom drapery, curtains, and valances well known for high quality craftsmanship and long lasting durability. We provide a lifetime warranty on all of our custom drapes.

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Jan 17, 2012

Benefits of Sheer Drapes and Curtains

Sheers are light-weight, almost see-through fabric that you can hang over your windows or use beneath your drapes. Here are some benefits of using sheer drapes and curtains:

  1. Privacy. Sheers let the light come into your home while giving the privacy you need making them excellent for rooms that need lots of natural light. It let’s you see people outside of your window but people can’t see you from outside of your home.

  2. UV Protection. The weaving from the sheer fabric allows the sun rays to modestly grace your room. When added beneath a drape, it acts as a protective barrier between the bright sunlight and your drapes. It protects your drapes from the damaging sunlight that gives your drape that worn look appearance. Sheers help your drapes looking like new for over 10 years or longer. They are also great when you have house plants. It safeguards your plants from the harmful direct UV rays while still allowing it to get enough sunlight to grow.

  3. Economical. Sheers are created from lightweight fabric that’s usually made of 100% polyester or cotton polyester blends. They are not as expensive compared to other variety of window coverings. It is one of the most economical and versatile design investments you can make in a room.

  4. Elegance. The simple beauty and classy elegance of sheers gives a delicate look to the entire room. It also provides the soft, breezy, airy feel that is perfect for living rooms, family rooms and bedrooms.


FactoryDirectDrapes.com offers sheers in variety of drapery styles like Pinch Pleated, Tab Top, Grommet Top and Pocket top. It comes in colors of white, ivory, taupe and burgundy and is made out of a fire-retardant material which gives the extra protection you need for your home and family. The next time you buy a drape, be sure to consider adding a sheer beneath it. A drape and a sheer make an exceptional combination!

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