Fire resistant (FR) fabrics are used for astronauts, firefighter and racecar driver suits. However, their fire resistant characteristics depend on the environmental conditions and require study. Particularly important is the response of these fabrics to varied environments and radiant heat from a so... Read More
Despite the heavy, dark image that the name evokes, blackout curtains can still be aesthetically appealing. They come in a range of fabrics, styles, and colors to suit any bedroom, home office, and living room. As you compare options, focus on the following three considerations. Size Most blackout c... Read More
If you work a night shift or a light sleeper, good bedroom blackout curtains can help you achieve the best sleep each time. Beyond blocking out every last bit of light, blackout curtains can help your home stay temperature-controlled and muffle outside noise. And remember, blackout curtains do not h... Read More
Using velvet as a curtain fabric is an intriguing choice, resulting in a stunning luxurious and classy effect. But curtains originally were much different: how did they change over time? So yes, one can use velvet as a luxury drapery fabric even in modern homes, but its origins are lost in the sands... Read More
Velvet is a type of woven tufted fabric in which the cut threads are evenly distributed, with a short dense pile, giving it a distinctive soft feel. By extension, the word velvety means "smooth like velvet." Velvet can be made from either synthetic or natural fibers. Velvet is woven on a special loo... Read More