| These are some of the most common terms you will come across when you're
choosing curtains and blinds. This glossary will take the mystery out of curtain
jargon. If you are still in doubt, speak with a professional. |
| Swag |
A loop of draped fabric suspended across the top of a window, on a pelmet or on its own. |
| Tails |
Lengths of pleated fabric attached to either end of a swag, framing a window. |
| Tie-Backs |
A length of fabric, cord or similar attached to a window frame and used to loop back a curtain. |
| Roller Blinds |
Fabric blind consisting of sturdy or stiffened fabric. Would usually be in a
wooden roller. |
| Roman Blinds |
Fabrics blind, less severe than a roller blind. Flat when down which pulls up
into folds. |
| Festoon |
Fabric blind, similar to Austrian, but gathered to produce the festoon effect. |
| Pelmut |
A decorative surround usually made of fabric or wood which covers a
curtain heading. |
