What Are Self Lined Drapes And When Do I Use Them?

Drapery

Oct 25

Written By QC Team

What Are Self Lined Drapes?

When specifying drapery, consider where the design will be used and how you envision the design to appear. If you are specifying a design that will be seen on both sides and therefore will need to appear finished on the front and back, add “self-lined drapes” to your design specifications. Self-lined drapes use double layers of the face fabric so the front and the lining of the drape look the same.

When do I use them?

Self-lined drapes are often used as dividers in a room or at a restaurant table where both sides of the fabric are visible. For example, you may wish to create a separate area for your guests in the public lobby of your hotel. You can do so by dividing the space with self-lined drapes. In this setting, you can display a design that is aesthetically pleasing to guests on either side of the drape.

Keep in mind that self-lined drapes are heavier than lined and unlined drapes due to the amount of face fabric used to create the reversible effect. If you want to use self-lined drapes for your windows, think about the weight of your desired fabric. A heavier fabric requires a commercial rod so the treatment does not sag under the drape’s weight.

We hope this post was helpful for you. Remember to check out our drapery resources. Until next time!