Soft Blinds explained

Soft Blinds These are fabrics blinds in various decorative styles that are drawn up to a headrail by cords or tape that are traced through eyelets on the window side of the fabric. The fabric does not have to be as stable as roller blinds and most curtain materials are suitable so the ranges are extensive. Types and operation Roman Blind A classically simple blind that draws up into even panels as it is raised. Festoon Has the material gathered in the width and the drop. This creates a series of permanent swags, whether it is raised or lowered. Austrian blind Has fullness in the width, with swags at the bottom of the material. Cord operation Blind cords are drawn up through cord guides in the headrail and tied off to a cleat. Sidewinder Blind tapes are drawn up around the tape rills on a roller that is operated by a beaded chain. Components Headrail Timber or aluminium. Cord guides Porcelain or nylon to direct the draw cords. Cord Polyester. Cleat Nylon or brass to secure the lift cords.

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