2.2.1.3
Seams
Join widths by serging, overlock, and safety stitch.
Retain selvage when
practical.
2.2.1.4
Hems
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NOTE: When sheer fabrics are used, suitable cotton
covered beaded tape should be specified in lieu of
standard covered weights for better appearance.
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Double fold hems (top and bottom) and blind stitch so as not to show on the
panel face. Make side seams 38 mm 1 1/2 inches wide and bottom seams 100 mm
4 inches deep with weights sewn 13 mm 1/2 inch above hem bottom. Provide
weights at corners and each vertical seam. When lining is attached to the
drapery fabric, single fold heading is acceptable, however, double fold the
bottom hem.
2.2.2
Lining Fabrication
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NOTE: Delete this paragraph if unlined draperies
are specified.
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Lock stitch lining to the back of the fabric panel.
Hem fabric panel and
lining panel separately at the bottom.
2.2.3
Tie-Backs
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NOTE: Delete this paragraph if drapery tie-backs
are not required. Specify tie-back materials, if
other than same as draperies. Specify tie-back
width and length, if other than specified.
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Make from [same material as draperies] [____], [75] [_____] millimeters
wide by [750] [_____] millimeters [3] [____] inches wide by [30] [____]
inches long. Fabricate from a double thickness of fabric, press flat to
provide specified width, and locate seam at the bottom fold so as to permit
the tie-back to be reversible. Provide bone or plastic ring end fastenings
to loop over tie-back hooks.
2.2.4
Valances
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NOTE: Delete paragraph if valances not required.
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[Rod-hung, fabricated in the same manner as draperies and of [same
material] [_____].] [Box-type, with sides and top constructed of 25 mm one
inch thick [softwood pine] [_____], and 10 mm 3/8 inch thick plywood front.
Cover front, sides and bottom edges of valance with batting, stretch
fabric [and trim] evenly and neatly over valance exterior, and fasten to
the inside. Provide [same fabric as draperies] [_____]. Paint interior of
valance. Shape valance bottom front edge [straight] [_____].] Make valance
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