How to Choose the right Fabric for your next project

Here are a few tips to help assist you with your fabric selection….

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Draperies

 

 Decide on your style.  Will you be doing formal or casual ?   
If you want a casual look, go for cotton or linen or a print. 
If you prefer a formal style-choose from Linen/Velour or
damask, chenille, silk and brocades are good choices. 

Think about function and style.  If you are picking out fabric
for a family room sofa, silk is not a good choice, especially
if you have pets and children.

Check out design sources.  Source 4 Interiors recommends  
using a professional workroom or fabricutor to complete your
drapery and upholstery projects. It is always a good idea to
consult with a  Drapery shop, furniture stores, upholstery
shops or an interior design specialist are all good resources.
Take a sample home or order a cutting for approval so you
can see the product up close. 

The following is a handy guide to help you in
determining which type of fabrics to use for
your home decorating project:

Fabric Type , Strengths , Weaknesses, Care/Durability

Cotton,  Strong fiber, Easily wrinkled,  Machine washable

Wool ,  Very resilient, Shrink if not treated   Dry Clean, 
Absorb color,  High maintenance

Linen , Very strong fiber content, Wrinkled
very easy, Dry Clean                     

Silk   Lustrous Absorb Colors, Great for Drapes, Dry Clean                              

Rayon  Drapes well, Weak fiber, Dry clean,
Wrinkles Easily

Acetate  Strong fiber Silk Like, Weak Fiber, Dry Clean                             

Acrylic  Holds color well, Elastic, Not Durable, Hand Wash                                   

Polyester  Strong fiber, Weakened with time, Hand-wash 

Nylon Strong fiber, Fades easily, Easy Care, Resist Abrasion,  
Hand-wash

Olefin, Lightweight, Strong Fiber, Machine Wash, Lightweight,
Stain resistant, Easily damaged by Heat