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M ea s u r i n g fo r Cu r t a i n s
To determine curtain width:
The width measurement required is the width of the rail or pole (from finial to finial on your window.) Ideally the rail or pole position should be a minimum 15cm (6) above the window and 15-30cm (6-12) either side of the window, so curtains can be drawn clear of the window allowing maximum light through. Include also the width of overlaps and returns. See figure 1 below
Rail or Pole
Curtain Track
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measure full width of track from A to B
Curtain Pole
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measure full width of pole from finial to finial A to B
Corded Rail
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measure width of track A to B add width of return B to C x 2 add width of overlap C to D figure 1 figure 2
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Always use a metal rule or measuring tape as plastic tapes can stretch. Alternatively avail of professional measuring service.
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M ea s u r i n g fo r Cu r t a i n s fo r a B ay W i n d ow
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2.5cm (1) above floor level
Width
For width of bay: measure A B, C D, E F For dressed curtains i.e. mock curtains on outside of bay: measure K L, M N
s Each bay window is unique and therefore requires specific measuring. We recommend our own Hickeys fitter measures for a bay window. s Check and see if your rail can go on the wall or ceiling, most rails will go both ways. s Hickeys recommend a double duty (heavy weight) metal rail with a pull cord system. This is a customised rail to suit your specific measurements. Please ask your sales assistant for details.
Drop
For drop required: 1. Where there is a radiator or window seat measure G H 2. For floor length curtains measure I J (2.5cm or 1 above floor level)
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Note: Tab Top curtains require less fabric. For an estimate of the meterage required for Pinch or Pencil Pleat curtains, please refer to the fabric Ready Reckenor overleaf.
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H i c key s S e r v i ce s : M a k i n g H o m e Fu r n i s h i n g E a s i e r fo r Yo u
At Hickeys & Home Focus at Hickeys, staff have an excellent knowledge of fabrics and colour co-ordination. It is always helpful if you have a sample of carpet, wallpaper or cushion covers with you, to help in coordinating your colour scheme. Curtain Making Service
Each of our stores has a team of highly skilled curtain makers with expertise in all styles of curtain and soft furnishing designs. The illustrations included in this guide can be made up to your specific measurements and design requirements within approximately four to five weeks. Our making service includes:
s Curtains s Pelmets s Swags and Tails s Roman Blinds s Cushions s Throws s Quilted Throws and Bedspreads
Quilted Bedspreads
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Stain Proofing
Stain proofing helps protect fabrics from spills. It is especially beneficial for upholstered furniture. We can arrange for your chosen fabrics to be stain proofed.
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Rea d y Re c ko n e r fo r Cu r t a i n s
Fre n c h P l ea t o r Pe n c i l P l ea t Cu r t a i n s o n a R a i l
PLAIN FABRIC Hem allowance of 30cm (12) Rail Size up to 120cm up to 184cm up to 240cm up to 300cm up to 365cm up to 137cm drop (54) 5.0 mts 6.7 mts 8.4 mts 10.0 mts 11.7 mts
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up to 180cm drop (72) 6.4 mts 8.6 mts 10.7 mts 13.0 mts 15.0 mts
up to 230cm drop (90) 7.8 mts 10.4 mts 13.0 mts 15.6 mts 18.2 mts
Above meterage is based on curtains being 2 /2 times fullness. PATTERNED FABRIC BASED ON A 64CM (25) PATTERN REPEAT Hem allowance of 30cm (12) Rail Size up to 120cm up to 184cm up to 240cm up to 300cm up to 365cm up to 160cm drop (63) 5.8 mts 7.7 mts 9.6 mts 11.6 mts 13.5 mts up to 223cm drop (88) 7.7 mts 10.3 mts 12.8 mts 15.4 mts 18.0 mts up to 287cm drop (113) 9.6 mts 12.8 mts 16.0 mts 19.2 mts 22.4 mts
Note: For pole fitting, less fabric is normally required (no additional allowance of fabric necessary for returns and overlaps as required with rail).
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Curtain Styles
Curtain Making Service
Your order for curtains and soft furnishings will be made by our designated curtain makers to the highest standard. Finished curtains are folded and bound in their pleats and wrapped in a protective plastic covering. All curtains are pinned or hooked ready to be hung. There are three curtain making processes. Hand Sewn: Curtain hems, sides and headings are all hand sewn in place. This is a very tailored finish and is often required on voiles and heavy weight fabrics such as velvet and chennille which can not be machine sewn.
Custom Made: Curtain sides and heading are machine felled while hems are hand sewn in place. Suitable for all types of curtains except interlined curtains and heavy weight fabrics which should be hand sewn. Machine sewn: Curtain hems, sides and headings are all machine sewn in place. Recommended only on pencil pleat curtains. Not suitable on voiles and heavy weight fabrics. Buckrum is used on all goblet and french pleat curtains and the headings are hand stitched in place. At Hickeys and Home Focus stores we use a customised finish unless fabric requires hand stitching.
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Note: By their nature, a goblet finished curtain has a fuller heading and when 1 stacked back, these curtains take up to 1 /2 times more space than a standard finish. It is therefore advisable to account for this by allowing extra pole or rail length at each side of the window to ensure sufficient space to draw the curtains back off the window. Refer to section on measuring for advice on accurate window/rail measuring.
Goblet heading
s Fabric required is recommended at 1 1 /2 times pole width. s Tab top curtains are often enhanced by using contrasting fabric for tabs with buttons covered in a matching fabric.
Eyelet finish
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A trim of braid or fabric in a contrasting colour can help distinguish the pelmet while blending with other colours in the room.
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Informal Swag
Suited to long windows or doors and for widths of 1.8m (6) or less only. General drop of 45cm (18) at the centre point. Side tail is generally 60cm (24) drop. Fabric required for a 1.8m (6) window allow up to 4 metres. Fabric is self lined or lined in a contrast fabric. Tails are tapered. Swag is fitted to a wooden board for firm support and drape effect is produced using swag holders at each top corner.
Note: not suitable for doors opening inwards or for tilt windows.
Simple Swag
Very elegant and increasingly popular draped pelmet. Used with curtains but also looks good on its own to dress a window frame. Fabric required is determined by the width of the pole plus the required drop on each side. This is very much down to personal taste. Generally left unlined to prevent bulkiness and provide softer folds. May be fitted using Velcro and a curtain pole. Alternatively draped over two swag holders, as overleaf. For smaller windows i.e. bathrooms valance creators are often used to provide the same effect ideal with voiles. Tails may be ironed into shape prior to fitting. (See overleaf)
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Stiff Pelmet
Measure A B width C D length A C returns Stiff Pelmets are most suitable for full-length curtains. A pelmet is normally 1/6 of the drop of the curtains. Please note that any pelmet cam be trimmed in a contrast fabric or braiding. Our sales assistant will be more than happy to discuss these options with you.
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Hard pelmet options: Please ask your sales asistant for advise
Style A Style G
Style B
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Curtain Care
Before cleaning your curtains, remove the curtain hooks and loosen the draw cords. Handwash only where recommended using a powder detergent fully dissolved. Avoid rubbing the fabric but wash by gently squeezing motions. Machine washable fabrics should be washed at the recommended temperature do not wash or spin for longer than advised. Rinse thoroughly. Lined and interlined curtains should always be dry-cleaned unless otherwise specified.
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Do not dry clean Do not tumble dry Chlorine bleach only Do not bleach
Note: Curtain and upholstery fabrics may shrink if washed or dry cleaned. The accepted industry standard is shrinkage of up to 5%
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Valance Creators
Are used to dress smaller windows i.e. bathrooms or landings. Best used with a 54 lightweight fabric ie. voile or muslin. They help create a soft elegant finish on small windows and look great with a window blind. C Steps to take: 1. Attach the valance creator above your window. figure A 2. Cut a length of fabric equal to A B x 2 (your required drop) plus A C plus 1 metre for the rosette and hems. We suggest using a lightweight fabric such as a voile no more than 135cm (54) wide for best effect. 3. Fold your fabric into 10cm (4) pleats down the length, drape over the arms of the valance creator ensuring the curtain tails are of equal length as in figure B. Arrange the pleats of fabric above the window into a swag. Figure C 4. Holding the swag in place on the arm of the valance creator, take hold of the curtain tail about 20cm (8) down from the arm, pull this tail into a loop through the spiral from the back to the front just below the ball as in figure C. 5. Holding the loop through the middle with one hand, pull out all the pleats with the other to create a rosette as in figure D. Why not use the valance creator to enhance an existing pair of curtains or even a window blind. Using a contrasting piece of fabric you can create a dramatic two tone layered effect.
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s We can arrange to have any net curtain drops altered to suit a specific window size. Please ask your sales assistant for advice on this. s For nets we recommend at least twice fullness. (Measure your curtain track and double it for the length of net curtain required). This is a matter of 1 taste, it is not unusual for customers to request 2 /2 times fulness or greater. s Fine sheer or voile fabric is also a substitute for net curtains. Voile is available in a number of colours both plain and patterned. Most voiles are 54 or 72 wide.
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Voiles
Voiles or sheers are an increasingly popular alternative to nets. Voile is available by the meter and can be made up with a simple 1 tape or lined with 3 tape or buckrum. A selection of ready made voile panels in different designs and colours is available at Homefocus and a number of Hickeys stores.
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Curtain Linings
There are a number of advantages to lining your curtains:
s Sunlight can cause fabrics to fade, lining helps prevent this. s Linings add weight and bulk to curtains enabling them to hang better and making them look fuller and softer. s The addition of curtain linings helps block out light, increase insulation and helps minimise outside noise. s Linings provide a uniform look from the outside of the house.
Lining adds bulk to curtains making them look fuller & softer
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Upholstery Fabrics
Hickeys and Home Focus stock a number of upholstery fabric ranges. Upholstery fabrics can be identified by checking the labels at the end of each fabric roll. If the label specifies (UPH) beside the name, as shown overleaf, the fabric is suitable for upholstery use. Fabrics with the label abbreviation (CTN) are not suitable for upholstery purposes.
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When purchasing fabric for upholstery use it is strongly recommended that the fabric is flame proofed before use. Hickeys can provide this service. Our sales staff will be happy to supply you with details.
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Fabric Information
see the swing ticket on each roll of fabric
Suitable for upholstery use (therfore also suitable for curtains) Fabric name Fabric composition Fabric width 140cm or 54 Price per metre Care code instructions (see care code guidelines in this guidebook) Fabric colour
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The finished look of your curtain or pelmet can be enhanced by adding a frill or edging especially in a contrast colour, fabric or braid. See our Curtain Accessories department for a wide choice of braids and fringing.
Tassel or Braid Edging (see our wide selection of braid styles and colours)
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Tassels
Tassels are a colourful way of decorating cushions, throws or pelmets.
Curtain Accesories
Curtain Hooks and rings, tapes, coverbuttons.
Cover buttons
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There is a wide range of roped tiebacks available at Hickeys and Home Focus stores. Allow .75metres of fabric per pair. Standard custom made tie-backs are stiffened and piped. Tie-backs can be made to your design and fabric specification either plain, piped or trimed in a contrast fabric or edging.
Custom made plaited tie-backs
Hold Back
Holdbacks are also used to hold curtains back and can very often match your curtain pole
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Hook position for long curtains we recommend you place hook level with widow sill and for shorter curtains 12 30cm (10 12) above window sill.
Custom made cresent tie-backs
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Tridis Tape
A styling tape for elegant fanned pinch pleats. Recommended for use with all types of curtain and valance fabrics. Two non-slip draw cords ensure pleats stay in place. Woven pockets prevent pocket sag. 4 deep heading of full pleats individually stitched to the specific rail or pole size special metal grip pin hooks are used. 4 or 6 Buckram can also achoeve the same elegant finish.
Note: curtain hooks are not necessary when using net wire. Simply thread the wire or rod through the vertical loops at the back of the tape.
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Readymade Curtains
Today readymade curtains provide a convenient, stylish and inexpensive way to dress windows. At Hickeys and Home Focus at Hickeys we have created a range of readymade curtains of excellent quality and value. In many cases we source the fabric, design the finish and have them made to our own high standards. Most of our readymade curtains are fully lined in a choice of key widths and drops, with 3pencil pleat tape. Some Readymade Curtain Ranges can be customised to your specific width and drop for a small surcharge. This special readymade order will be available within four weeks. Please ask your sales assistant for details.
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Ensure you have sufficient curtain hooks and an equal number of curtain rings or gliders. Begin hanging the curtains from the window edge towards the centre. Once both curtains have been hung, check that they overlap in the centre and cover the walls at the ends. If necessary adjust the pleats accordingly. Where cords have been pulled, knot these securely and hide the cord in the lining or use a cord tidy. (Available from our accessories department) Pull the curtains open fully so they are stacked at the window edge. Begin to pleat the curtains with your fingers so that the leading edge is turned towards the window and no lining faces into the room. The bigger the window the larger the pleats should be.
When the curtains are completely pleated, tie a few strips of fabric or lining securely around them at intervals from top to bottom. Make sure that the pleats fall uniformly. Leave the curtains to settle for 2-3 weeks if possible. When released they will fall beautifully into perfect pleats.
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Customised Quilting
Some quilting design options
Complete the look of your bedroom by designing your own bedding quilt, throwover, valance and/or cushions
Quilting
At Hickeys and Homefocus at Hickeys we can arrange for a fabric of your choice to be quilted so you can have a co-ordinated look in your bedroom. Theres a choice of designs available
Lines
Fabric Requirements
3 Single 46 Double 5 King 6 Queen
Diamond
Please allow an extra 2.5 metres of fabric for valance quilts. For Borders and jumbo rolls allow a further 1.80metres. Our standard Specification for throwover quilts includes 5oz wadding and polycotton lining. Quilts are finished with a turned up hem, round corners at the bottom and enough length for a pillow tuck. Coloured lining and/or other weights of wadding can be used if specified. s s s s s
Outlined
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Quilt styles available include: Fitted Quilt Throwover Quilt Fully Fitted Quilt Valanced Quilt
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For a quilt or throwover measure the full length from A B (including allowance for covering the pillows). Measure the full width from C D (required drop of each side).
2. Boxed valance
3. Straight valance
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When measuring for custom made quilts or throws it is advisable to dress the bed as normal before measuring to ensure accurate measurements of lenght and width.
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Note: Does Window open into or out of room. Windows opening into room will limit options available. When measuring blinds for glass doors allow clearance for door handle when deciding on required width. Please ask our Assistants for advice.
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Choosing a Blind
Customised Blinds
At Hickeys and Homefocus at Hickeys, you can choose form a wide range of designs and colours with a large selection of fabric options. Blinds can be made to fit either inside or outside the window recess or door. Your sales assistant will be more than happy to advise you. At Hickeys a choice of blind styles are available including.
Roller Blinds
Ideal for most window and door types. Choose from a wide selection of styles available. A blind in your chosen fabric can be made to your specification. A variety of finishing treatments are available (scallops, turret, straight, shaped). Please refer to our instore blind catalogue.
Vertical
3 and 5 veins available. Suitable for glass doors especially patios. Choose from a variety of colours. See our blind catalogue. Available in Fabric and Wood.
Venetian
25mm, 35mm and 50mm slat size available. Choose from a variety of colours. See our blind catalogue/book for details. Venetian Blind on a Velux Window.
Roman
Flat blind, pleated up form base to provide a contemporary look. Supplied with a pull cord which can be strung to the left or right hand side of the blind. Hickeys make roman blinds up to one width of fabric. Recommended 1 width of 54 wide maximum.
Velux
Specialised blind. Please check the reference code on your window and our Sales Advisor can provide the relevant details.
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Converted Attic: Blind options for Velux windows Options for the treatment of bay wondows.
There are lots of options to consider in the treatment of unusual windows. At Hickeys and Homefocus at Hickeys our furnishings staff can help you determine the best option.
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Bay Windows
Made to measure rails for bay windows are charged per foot required and are specially manufactured to your specific window requirements. These usually take no more than 10 days to produce. We recommend that bay windows are professionally measured and fitted.
Hickeys and Home Focus stores have a wide selection of rails, poles and curtain tracks in stock. PLus a huge selection available to order.
Shepherd crook finial
Wood poles are available from stock in narrow, regular or extra wide width
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