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This Chart Shows You How Much Fabric You Need to Reupholster Furniture

You can get unique, low cost furniture by reupholstering used pieces yourself. However, it can be a challenge to figure out how much fabric you need based on the type and shape of your item. These charts show you how much fabric you'll need for common chairs, sofas, and stools.

10 Top Window Treatment Trends

When your window treatments — curtains, valances and cornices — have seen better days, it's time to try these window treatment trends to shed some new light on your space.

Curtain Lengths: How Long Should Your Curtains Be?

Curtain lengths: Is there a "right" length for curtains? The answer depends on the type of room and windows you have. Here's what we think you should do.

6 common decorating mistakes to avoid, according to an interiors expert

Can a Flight Attendant Force You to Close the Window Shade?

Do you have the right to enjoy the view while you're flying? A travel expert weighs in on whether an airline can force you to close your window shade.

Who Has the Right to the Window Shade on a Flight?

When you’re on a flight, you lose all sense of physical boundaries. You split armrests with the passengers next to you and what little legroom you have with the passenger reclined in your lap. Naturally, you’ll look for comfort in the little things—like the ability to see out your aisle’s window.

Guy’s Gripe: Dictatorship Or Democracy? Who Controls The Window Shade?

Guy’s got a gripe! When flying who is in control of the window shade? Is it the person in the window seat or should everyone in that row have a say? We’ve got to resolve this issue! Let…

Can I paint upholstery fabric with regular paint or ?

Image via FlickrWouldn't it be nice if you could paint upholstery to match or compliment the paint you just put on your walls? Well it just may be possibl

Where to buy discounted upholstery fabric?

Recently purchased an upholstered accent chair from a local furniture store. I want to make a slipcover for an ottoman to match the chair and while I can purchase the fabric from the furniture store for $58/yard I was wondering if there was an online source where I might purchase the fabric cheaper?...

What is a Smart Window Shade?

Smart window shades are an integral part of the modern smart home. Draper@Home motorized shades are powered by Somfy to integrate into nearly any home control system.

Inexpensive, cat proof, upholstery fabric?

Blinds or Curtains: Which is the Best?

Are blinds better than curtains? This is one question a lot of people are talking about. Curtains have been around for hundreds of years, and a great set.

Vinyl Auto Upholstery Fabric: What You Need to Know

Auto vinyl upholstery like our Arctic line is a tough seating vinyl that is meant for cold weather. This is what makes vinyl such a great fabric to use: it can withstand the cold, heat, and basically weather that would make other textiles crack<br>In fact, auto vinyl is meant to be durable and easy to clean. Vinyl can also be combined with other textiles like polyester to create an even stronger fabric. In cars, vinyl is great for upholstery, especially in restoration…

Blinds or Curtains? What is Perfect for Each Room?

Just like paints, blinds, curtains or shades are perfect when making a leading change in each room in your home. Their benefits are usually overlooked especially during a renovation.

How Often Should You Clean Drapes and Curtains?

Drapes and curtains provide comfort and aesthetics inside homes and other buildings, and these large pieces of fabric do need occasional washing. But how often is often enough when it comes to cleaning drapes and curtains?

The Do's and Don'ts of Hanging Curtains

Blinds vs. Curtains: Which Side Are You On?

It's the battle of popular window treatments. Let us know where you stand.

Is It Curtains for Curtains? Smart Glass Eliminates Window Coverings

Windows can now control light and heat through electricity and high-tech formulations, making blinds and shades optional

How To Choose The Right Curtains

Curtains are much more than just window dressing. They can form the basis of a room’s whole look and atmosphere, says How To website Houzz.com.

How to use your shades, blinds and curtains to beat the heat

Air conditioning is blissful during the summer but running it non-stop during a heat wave will have you cursing when you get your utility bill.