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At Homemaker we want to make the process of selecting your blinds and curtains easy, enjoyable and rewarding. We offer many years of experience in blind and curtain making and always stand behind the quality of our products.The range and choice of interior design options has never been so abundant and diverse.Custom making your curtains is a form of artwork in your home and we know the choice is considered. We will help you to be confident in your choices and follow your design instinct. In this edition we’ve outlined all of the details that you might think about when investing in custom making – from the linings to tracks to automation and smart technology. Practicality and functionality is still at the heart of what we do as we want you to enjoy your choices and ensure they stand the test of time.Let us help you style your soft furnishings in a way that reflects how you live, relax and entertain. Call us on (06) 757 5532 for a free in-homeconsultation and we’ll bring our showroom to you.

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Custom making your curtains brings something to your home that perhaps

nothing else can achieve. It adds that professional finishing touch, the statement of design, that is unique to your home.

When you decide to have your curtains custom made by a Professional Drape

Group member you are not only dressing your home with a professional touch

but are also providing many other benefits. Your curtains are tailored to the exact window sizes, and they can be lined and installed to provide maximum insulation, noise reduction and fabric protection.

Blackout linings give you maximum light control, whilst the curtains can also be pleated in a myriad of different styles to suit your room and the fabric you have

chosen.

An in-home visit from one of our design consultants will help you select the

perfect look for your environment and allow you to see and feel the fabric

samples in your own room where the curtains will hang. Your consultant will be able to discuss with you the many other considerations and benefits like fabric longevity, flammability and cord-free safety. Call us today for your free in-home consultation.

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FRENCH

PLEAT

The more traditional of

pleating styles. This heading

allows sufficient fullness to allow the fabric to fall

beautifully. French pleating

requires at least 2.1 times fullness to achieve the best

result.

INVERTED

PLEAT

This heading provides a flat and simplistic look when the

curtains are drawn across.

Inverted pleat is best

allowed to hang from

below the rod or track to

prevent "tilting" at the top.

PENCIL

PLEAT

The Pencil or Soldier pleat

tends to hang more

casually at the side of the

window and has the

advantage that it can easily

be let out for easier

laundering.

NEW YORKPLEAT

The New York or Single pleat has the advantage of

stacking back into a smaller

space whilst still hanging

well. It gives a modern and

simple look to your curtains

and can be used successful-

ly with minimum fullness.

WAVE

PLEAT

Accordion or Wave pleat is

another modern style

requiring 2.0 times fullness. It does take a larger stack

back because of the number

of extra runners required to achieve this effect.

DUTCH

PLEAT

The Dutch, Twin or Double pleat is similar in style to a

French pleat. This design

requires 1.70 to 2.0 times fullness and is ideal on

lighter fabrics or where the

budget is getting tight.

HEADING STYLES


It is worth spending time discussing tracks and rods with your consultant. The

position of a track or rod above the window will impact greatly on the finished effect, life and insulation ability of your custom made drapes.In modern environments tracks are often run at ceiling height and return at each

end to the wall. This finish not only makes the room look bigger giving more sense of height and space and when combined with curtains that touch slightly on the

floor, it creates a pocket of air that provides fantastic insulation that is far superior to double glazing.

Decorative rods, from the minimalist stainless steel look to very traditional and larger rods, are available in a variety of sizes and styles. Most can be custom painted to the colour of your choice and contoured to fit the corners and shapes of your window. Custom making allows flexibility for the perfect finishing touches.

TRACKS & RODS


Accessories are the design edge that only custom making can provide. They

give the important finishing touch that customises your interior design.

Cushions made from the same range of fabric you have chosen for the

curtains gives a co-ordinated and polished look.

Ask your Professional Drape Group retailer to make table runners or tablecloths in

the perfect colour or fabric for your room.

Upholstered Bedheads are very popular currently and they are a great way to

centre the room and focus on the bed and duvet. Neutral shades allow you to

change the duvet regularly without clashing with the bedhead. Tailor-made duvets

and bedspreads are a great option too.

Try re-upholstering old furniture. In a lot of cases furniture may have great 'bones'

but just be in need of recovering. This will completely change the look of the piece.

Throw rugs are not only practical but they give colour, cosiness and add texture to your room. These seemingly small touches are really worth considering and

discussing with your design consultant.

ACCESSORIES


Linings for curtains and blinds come in lots of different fabrics and have many

different uses. Technologically they have come a long way and can now offer even

more benefit to you and your home furnishings.Energy efficiency and insulation is one of the most obvious and useful benefits of a well-fitted curtain and good lining can provide any home. Most heating and cooling energy is wasted from transference through windows, and it is estimated that this can be as much as 42-45%. It will make a big difference to your energy bill to properly fit your curtains and use the best lining for your room.

Sun damage on furnishings can be harsh, so protection from the elements is a consideration. Depending on what you choose, linings can offer UV protection for your carpets and furniture.

Noise control can also be obtained from a good lining. In much the same way

linings insulate a window, they also keep some control on the noise outside.

Mould and mildew can be a problem in some rooms and often the linings are the first affected as they are closest to the moisture on the window. New technology in fabric composition means that you can now get mould and mildew resistant

linings to protect your curtains.

Your PDG retailer can provide specific advice on linings and choosing the best option for each room in your home. For instance a light polyester cotton, is often well priced and perfect for a room that does not need lots of insulation or dark-

ness.

In contrast, a blackout lining is great for blocking out light. Blackout lining is heavier and will be more insulating, and good for use with a roman blind, where the fabric does not go to the floor. It's also great for a kids room, especially during daylight saving when the light is bright well after bedtime.

LININGS


Automated blinds make life easier in an instant. They are an ideal way to close blinds

or curtains in big or even small living spaces.

With the touch of a button you can adjust the light and reduce glare depending on

the time of day, with no unsightly motors or headers.

Blinds can be adjusted individually or as a whole so they offer versatility and

incredible practicality.

The new technology that automation is adopting is incredible too. From timer and

sensor control to smart phone apps that allow you to adjust the blinds remotely.

As well as timer options, a sun sensor can be included which adjusts blinds automatically, depending on the amount of sunlight and UV. This protects your furnishings and is a very smart option.

The lack of cords and ties means there is increased child safety inherent in

automation.

You will also be surprised at the range of very economical options to choose from and how easy they are to install. Automation can be retrofitted so no additional wiring is required, making them perfect for renovations.

Ask for professional advice in this automation area. If you are investing in this

technology it is best to choose a retailer that has vast experience and stands behind

the quality of their products.

AUTOMATION


ROLLERSHADES provide the most versatile window cover solutions for your home.

From transparency and complete blockout to UV light filtering, rollershades offer numerous options for style, texture, size and weight.

HONEYCOMB BLINDS are made from a unique cellular honeycomb fabric made from spun bonded polyester, making them one of the most energy efficient window coverings available, with insulating results similar to a double glazed window! With no seams honeycomb blinds are well suited for large windows and unusual custom

window spaces eg, arched, circular (static only), angled windows and skylights.

TIMBER VENETIANS offer a range of grain, pattern and colour options giving a pure wood finish and natural look to your home. The slats are adjustable providing light and heat control. In addition, the slats are available in a variety of sizes from traditional thin slats to extra wide for a more contemporary look.

ALUMINIUM VENETIANS let you control light, shade, ventilation and privacy in a second. High quality shades are resistant to scratching, corrosion, peeling, dulling and discolouration. The huge range of finishes and sizes make aluminium venetians one of the most versatile choices of blinds.

VERTICAL BLINDS are a great choice for large or sloping windows. Available in

various fabrics from translucent to total blockout. With multiple stacking options

including one way draw to the left or right, two way draw or centre stacking.

ROMAN BLINDS are functional and practical and are complimented by the vast array

of fabric options, giving the benefit of colour and pattern to a room. Roman blinds can be fitted in the window reveal with no gaps between panels making them an especially heat efficient choice for your home.

PLEATED BLINDS have a neat, stacked look lending a contemporary, minimal appearance to rooms. Pleated blinds can be used for a wide variety of window

shapes and sizes including skylights, arched and triangular.

BLINDS


SHUTTERSShutters create a statement in any room by effortlessly combining sophistication, the latest design trends and functionality with modern technology. They are made

from hardwearing materials for low maintenance and superior durability.

Surprisingly shutters provide great window insulation to help keep your home

warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

A wide range of colours, paints and stains are available to acheive that perfect finish.

Shutters are also a practical option as they are are easy to adjust for light and

privacy. They can be installed in a range of flexible solutions from hinged, sliding or bifolding to suit your requirements.

Along with being easy to wipe clean, shutters are the ultimate in child safety as there are no cords or chains.

Talk to one of our consultants to design shutters for the ultimate design statement

in your home.


Creating an outdoor room or indoor-outdoor flow to your home is well recognised as one of the simplest ways of making your home more

liveable and also adding substantial value to your property.

Making your outdoor area cosy and appealing encourages everyone to use the space and enjoy the outdoors. There are new, more exciting and practical fabrics on the market - exciting bright colour palettes are great fun and subdued colours

offer sophistication and elegance.

Add cushions and squabs from solution dyed outdoor fabrics and consider using specialty drapes and filters where appropriate to soften your patio look.

The outdoor fabrics available are specifically made to withstand the outdoor envirnoment and harsh UV exposure. The perfect mix of practicality, functionality and style.

OUTDOOR


INSULATING CURTAINSAND BLINDS

Each month New Zealanders are faced with a stack of bills they have to pay to keep their household

running, and as winter arrives, the dreaded electricity bill can often cause our household costs to skyrocket. In the common New Zealand household, over one third of the energy bill is attributed to keeping our homes warm. However, according to New Zealand’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA), over 600,000 New Zealand homes have inadequate insulation, resulting in all of this heat being lost through our roofs, walls and windows.

The good news is that curtains can significantly reduce heat loss through your windows, making your home easier and cheaper to heat and more comfortable and healthy to live in. In fact, EECA believe that well–fitting curtains and blinds, when closed, can reduce heat loss through single glazed windows by 60% and through double glazed windows by 40–50%. Consumer NZ have also agreed that insulating curtains and blinds can be just as effective, as double–glazing. By installing insulated curtains and blinds, you significantly reduce heat loss from your home and make the most of your investment in other energy efficient methods.

600,000HOMES

have inadequateinsulation

1/3OF OUR

ENERGY BILLS are attributed to

heating

42 – 45%OF HEAT

escapes out our windows


Insulating curtains have been identified as one of the most effective ways of reducing heat loss through the windows. However, it is important to differentiate between what is a standard curtain and what is an insulated curtain. What gives a curtain its insulating properties is its insulating lining, and its well–fitting design.

INSULATING LININGS In the past thermal drapes, a single–layer fabric with an acrylic backing, have been the standard for insulated curtains. However, the Professional Drape Company recommend Insulating Linings, which are sewn–in separate linings with a thermal coating. The thermal coating on the lining contains millions of very tiny air pockets, which are very effective at trapping air. In addition, by adding a separate sewn–in lining, the air is trapped in and between the different layers of materials.

WELL–FITTING CURTAINS A well–fitting curtain must be: > Fitted as close as possible to the window frame > Measured and fitted so that they touch the floor > Be a generous width so that they overlap the window frames at the sides and the curtain returns

back to the wall trapping the air between the window and the curtain.

Curtains that are designed to sit above the floor can actually make the situation worse by forming a channel between the window and the curtain, as shown above. Therefore, the Professional Drape Company recommend curtains are designed to sit on the floor, to seal the gap and stop the air current escaping out the bottom of the curtain.

When it is cold outside the window panes in our homes become cool to touch, and the air close to these window panes will be cooled. Cool air is denser (heavier) than warm air, so as this cooled air sinks, it is replaced by warmer air from other parts of the room. This creates a circulating air current which will cool the entire room. Window furnishings are designed to trap the air between the window and the curtain or blind, to prevent this circulating air current from forming.

INSULATING CURTAINS

HOW DOES INSULATION WORK?

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