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By purchasing a well made insulated
suede back drapery fabric, you receive several
outstanding benefits.
First, in general, insulated
drapery fabrics tend to last longer. The chief culprit in
terms of drapery damage is oftentimes simple
sun rot of the material. That is, exposure to intense
sunlight or windows that are subject to extreme afternoon
heat frequently cause damage or disintegration of
the drapery fibers. A strong thick cotton-based insulated
suede backing will protect the face cloth against
damaging sunrot.
Second, insulated
draperies also
provide complete privacy for your tenants. This is
especially significant for bedroom units or ones
located near walkways or lights.
Third, thick suede back drapery fabrics
provide up to 50% insulation both against sweltering
summer heat as well as winter cold. In fact, they
provide far superior insulation compared to mini-blinds
which, at best, only provide about 10% insulation.
The following represents some important
points when purchasing insulated drapery fabrics:
A) Foremost, invest
in value. That
means only purchase a cotton-based or cotton polyester
face cloth. These will last much longer than a synthetic
(such as polyester) fabric with a backing.
B) Also, only select a suede or cotton-based
insulated backing. These will not crack, peel, or
adhere to damp windows. They are superior to the
cheaper latex or rubber type backings that are usually
found on inexpensive drapery fabrics.
C) Smart use of insulated draperies
includes leaving the draperies drawn closed during
either hot or cold weather. Also, to warm a room,
open your insulated draperies in intense sunlight
(afternoon) to allow heat into the room. Conversely,
by closing your draperies, you can effectively
reduce heat from entering.
If you would like several more
years of life out of your draperies, remember these simple
rules: 1) Purchase a thick cotton-based face
cloth or cotton polyester drapery in order to receive greater
durability. 2) To further extend the life of your
drapes even more, invest in a durable cotton
or suede insulated backing.
This type of drapery will give you
several years longer usage than a synthetic one for
only a few dollars more.
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