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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Oct 4, 2011

FactoryDirectDrapes.com partnered with Mizpah Hotel Restoration project

Some customers may not know that FactoryDirectDrapes.com services Hotel and Motel industry. We’re a member of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHL). Before offering our drapes and fabric window treatments to the public, we have supplied retailers, interior decorators, and home improvement centers for more than 50 years.

Recently, FactoryDirectDrapes.com was selected to provide the custom drapes for the Mizpah Hotel in Tonopah, Nevada restoration project.

Mizpah Hotel is a historic hotel in Tonopah, Nevada. The five-story Mizpah was once the tallest building and most splendid hotel in Nevada. It was named after the Mizpah Mine and was the social hub of Tonopah. The hotel was pre-dated by the Mizpah Saloon, which opened in 1907, and was the first permanent structure in Tonopah. It opened last August 2011, 12 years after it was last boarded up.

FactoryDirectDrapes.com offers hundreds of energy efficient and natural eco-friendly fabrics available in richly tone colors. Our blackout drapes provide guests with complete light and privacy control. These drapes keep room cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter and they minimize sounds from halls, elevator lobbies and parking lots . Our privacy sheers are an excellent way to allow filter light into a room while maintaining the guest’s privacy.

Check out these beautiful photos and please keep us in mind on your Hotel and Motel drapes and curtains needs. We offer factory direct wholesale prices, bulk volume discounts, streamlined production for fast turn around and delivery and professional staff. Our products are all proudly handmade right here in America. Call us today at 1-866-713-7273 or visit us at factorydirectdrapes.com. Our goal is to provide your guests the best in lodging comfort.



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Sep 15, 2011

Sheer Drapes for Privacy

Sheers are light-weight, almost see-through fabric that you can hang over your windows or use beneath your drapes. The simple beauty and classy elegancy of sheers gives a delicate look to the entire room. 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. They are also quite economical compared to other variety of window coverings.

Adding sheers beneath your drapes not only make your drapes more elegant and luxurious, it’ll also make your drapes last longer. Sheers act as 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.

FactoryDirectDrapes.com offers sheers in variety of styles and colors of white, ivory, taupe and burgundy. It also comes in 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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Jul 11, 2008

Bringing the Indoors Out

One of today’s hot trends is to bring the indoor lifestyle - gathering with great friends and good food - outdoors to enjoy the beauty of nature. One of the favorite pastimes with our families is to enjoy the dusk night air and the calmness of the day winding down.

The easiest way to add the indoors outside is through draperies to screen in your porch. Sheers have the softness one desires to accomplish this look. They can give a gentle protection by diminishing the sunlight at dusk. Drawn together, they will give the added bonus of protection from unwanted insects. Sheers are very strong and easy to wash, the fabric dries quickly and retains its shape well, and they are very cost effective.

For timeless and elegant styles, superior quality, and premium, consistent customer service; choose a website where you can buy direct from the factory and save hundreds of dollars per window.

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Oct 22, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Before painting any faux treatment on your wall, practice on samples boards to test colors and patterns.

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Oct 18, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Introduce layers of charm to your windows!!! Just by adding sheers and a valance you can give your windows a more complete look and a stylish decorator’s touch. This is a simple idea that is easy to accomplish!

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Oct 15, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Banish old and boring window blinds by adding the finishing designer touch of a beautiful valance. Valance and fabrics can introduce texture, color and warmth to your room. This gives you a more stated look and helps define your room design.

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Oct 3, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Filter harsh sunlight by adding sheers to your windows. Then add stationary drapery panels to either side of the window for a custom designer look.

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Sep 28, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

With decorating with neutrals, make sure you have lots of different textures in your room to create interest and warmth.

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Sep 27, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Attach clip top rings to picture frames with eye hooks and hang the picture frames on our decorative rods to show case your photos and artwork.

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Sep 17, 2007

DECORATING TIP OF THE DAY

Draperies can be extremely formal or very casual - it all depends on your taste and how you choose to design them. The fabric, pleating, and the window toppers you choose will provide many different looks you want to create.

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Sep 14, 2007


FABRIC SPOTLIGHT

Super Glow Butterscotch is a fashion forward gold that shimmers with a supple sheen. Simple yet beautifully stylish , this fabric is smoothly textured. Effortlessly elegant designer draperies made from this poly/cotton fabric will be durable for many years to come, making any room a welcoming and peaceful retreat. Dry Clean Only.

Order a Free Fabric Sample Today!!

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