Curtains serve several purposes such as providing privacy, reducing light and drafts, and decorating windows. There are many types of curtains defined by their pleating styles like pinch pleat, box pleat, and goblet pleat curtains. Curtains are necessary for privacy, cost effectiveness as they can fit any sized window, and come in various fabrics and colors. Proper selection, hanging, and care of curtains ensures they last and serve their functions well.

1. PRESENTED BY ANAMIKA MISHRA
B.SC. HOME SCIENCE FINAL YEAR
CURTAINS

2. Definition
A curtain is a piece of cloth intended to block or
obscure light, or drafts, or water.
 A curtain is also the movable screen or drape in a
theatre that separates the stage from the auditorium
or that serves as a backdrop/background.
Curtains are often hung on the inside of a building's
windows to block the passage of light.

3. Necessity of Curtains
 Privacy: Privacy is good reason for using curtains. Many apartment buildings
and homes have corridors. It is essential to safeguard privacy and security.
Curtains prevent people from peeping into a house. They also offer a feeling
of comfort for not being disturbed.
 Cost effective: Window coverings can be expensive, particularly when you
need to place them on many windows. By choosing curtains expanse of
purchase is reduced. Curtains are affordable for any person’s budget.
 Fit any size of window: Some homes have large windows that other window
treatments will not work for. Curtains can be used on windows of any size,
even large windows like patio door windows and bay windows.

4. Types of Curtains
 Pinch pleat curtains
 Box pleat curtains
 Goblet pleat curtains
 Pencil pleat curtains
 Eyelet (grommet) curtains
 Rod-pocket curtains
 Tab-top curtains
 Blackout curtains

5. Pinch Pleat Curtain Box Pleat Curtain Goblet Pleat Curtain
Pencil Pleat Curtain Eyelet Curtain Rod Pocket Curtain

6. Blackout Curtain Tab Top Curtain

7. Selection of Curtains
 Pick out the right fabric.
 Pick the right colour.
 Pick right print and solids.
 Select ideal length and width.
 Select fabric based on maintenance.

8. Hanging of Curtains
 Let the light in
 Separate the panels
 Adopt the shade
 Match curtains to the walls
 Hide the hardware
 Use curtains as walls
 Do patterned curtains right
 Embrace the pools

9. Care And Maintenance
Read the cleaning instructions.
 Wash alone.
 Never tumble dry.
 Wash often.
 Steam cleaning.