FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

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What is Dupioni Silk ?

Dupione is a french term that describes the process whereby DOUBLE NESTED COCOONS are harvested to make this type of silk. [pronounced dup-ee-own ]

What kind of irregularities can I expect top see ?

As most of the Dupioni Silks are made by hand on antique looms; making only 4 per per day on a loom ! You can expect to see some of the following anomilies [ pictured at left ]. These irregularities are universally excepted as the norm in this type of fabric.

• SLUBS - were knots of yarn cause a nub in the fabric.
• LOOPS - slubs occasionally form as loops of thread. These are very common.
• BARRE' - characterized by a ridge or line running across the fabric. The fabric may be slightly thinner at this point. Barres can be caused by tension variations.

REMEMBER all silk fabrics are damaged by direct sunlight. Silk is made of the same protein that our hair is made of and it bleaches and breaks down in sunlight. We recommend our DOUBLE lined drapes. We line with a 100% cotton and interline with aa heavy 100% cotton flannel. There is a possibiliy that the leading eadges will fade. No guarantee is offered or insinuated against any UV light effects on silk fabrics.

How can I see the fabric that I will be ordering?

By simply going to the swatch order page, you will be able to order actual samples of the fabric, through our website, at very reasonable cost. We ship the samples the same day.

What if I need a special size drape?

If one of the common drapery lengths or widths does not suit your application, just send us an email and give us details of the special length you require and we will give you a fast quote.

What is your return policy?

When an order is placed, we immediately cut the fabric and get the job queued for manufacture. As these drapes are being made especially for you, we will not entertain any returns once the drapes have been cut or made. Although we cut the fabric immediately, the drapes take 3-4 weeks to compete due to high demand for this product.

How are the drapes packed and shipped?

Each Drape is folded along it's pleats and hung on a hanger with protective cardboard tube. They are wrapped in Plastic and shipped in a box by UPS.

What are lined and interlined?

We use 100% cotton USA made "Hanes" Linings. The drapes are lined with a cotton satin lining and on request with an additional, thicker 100% cotton flannel that sits between the lining and the silk fabric in order to offer better light blockage. The drapery lining & stitching pictures at the left shows the faics and an example of the sitching.

"Custom made silk drapery at better prices than off the shelf drapes"

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