A piece of theatrical scenery used to conceal a part of the stage from the audience. The concealment or screening of one sensory process or sensation by another.

The front curtain, also called house curtain, act curtain, grand drape, main drape, main curtain, proscenium curtain, main rag or, in the UK, tabs, hangs downstage, just behind the proscenium arch. It is typically opened and closed during performances to reveal or conceal the stage and scenery from the audience.

Generally this is the furniture or “sittables” and would include things like chairs, tables, rugs, appliances, barrels, trunks, or large rocks. But it can also include large items like tents, a canoe, a car or even a wrestling ring.

Set means the scenery and furniture onstage. Some theatre sets are very elaborate and detailed, like Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler at The Old Vic Theatre in London in 2012. The furniture and décor are authentic which is fitting for a naturalistic piece.

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The Stage masking has the assignment to delimit the space of the scene from the service areas of the stage that have to stay hidden to the view of the spectator. Normally it is not illuminated and, when it happens, it doesn’t have to reflect the light, but to absorb it.

» FALSE PROSCENIUM. Definition: A frame formed by scenic canvas or vertical flattage within the proscenium arch. Used to reduce the size of the opening when putting a small set onto a large stage.

The red theatre curtain is typically remembered and used because it best allows a spotlight to show on stage. Different coloured curtains would absorb the light, making it difficult for the speaker to be shown. Moreover, in previous years, red fabric showed fire retardants the least

Simply put, they’re called valances. Valances are stationary, meaning that they don’t move. Shades can also be hung above a window, which are functional window treatments that can be moved up or down.

Like curtains, drapes are fabric panels, and typically sold in pairs. The differences between curtains and drapes, however, is that drapes are lined, sometimes with fabric heavy enough to block out all outside light, making them perfect for bedroom use.

Keep reading to find out exactly which drapery panel style is perfect for you!

• Ripple Fold Drapery. Ripple Fold Drapery is one of our best-selling curtain styles.
• Tailored Pleat Drapery.
• Pinch Pleat Drapery.
• Inverted Pleat Drapery.
• Goblet Drapery.
• Grommet Drapery.
• Rod Pocket Drapery.

Sheer curtains are made with a variety of materials which are all lightweight. They include polyester, gauze, chiffon, silk, lace, cotton, and linen

When it comes to material, linen, silk, faux silk and velvet are the best choices to use for window treatments since they tend to hang the best, says Guercio. “Faux silk tends to be the most durable,” she says. And in a particularly sunny room, faux silk doesn’t deteriorate as quickly as real silk

The Latest Curtain and Window Treatment Trends for 2021

• Maximize minimalism.
• Use color freely.
• Use what you’ve got.
• Enhance your home workspace.
• Get comfortable.
• Use blinds and shades for privacy.
• Go retro with floral and botanical prints.
• Add fun touches.

Sheer curtains are wonderful transition pieces between indoor and outdoor living spaces. They can enhance a room’s ambience through the softening of incoming light, the framing of your windows, and the creating of an impression that your rooms have more height

Sheers – Layers of sheers, drapes, and blinds can make windows look outdated. Experiment by leaving the other layers and removing the sheers. Blinds and Shades – Shades are necessary when you need to block out sunlight, but some rooms need all the light they can get!

Sheer curtains do provide the right amount of insulation both in the daytime and night. They also give a casual, relaxed and soft look to the interiors that will be loved by both friends and family alike

The following window treatments are particularly excellent at filtering light while also providing privacy:

1. Silhouette® Shadings. Hunter Douglas Silhouette® Shadings are a modern and beautiful solution to privacy and light control.
2. Luminette® Privacy Sheers.
3. Nantucket™ Shadings.

Which Blinds are Best for Privacy?

• Blackout blinds. A blackout blind is a great option if you’re looking for 100% privacy.
• Venetian blinds. Venetian blinds usually have small holes in the slats for the cords to run through.
• Roman blinds.
• Plantation shutters.

The reflective finish of one way privacy window film gives the glass a one way mirror effect when there is more light on one side than the other. This means that, during the day, people on the outside of the window can’t see in through the glass, while you can still see clearly through it from the inside.

The direction — up or down — to close blind slats is a matter of personal preference, but if you want more privacy, tilt them up, with the rounded side facing out. With the blinds tilted up, passers-by can’t see in: The convex side faces the window, creating less space through which to view.

Venetian blinds are a fantastic option for achieving privacy. All material options – including wood, metal and uPVC – are efficient at blocking light, meaning that at night with the blinds fully closed, no one will be able to see into your home./span>

Solar shades have an open weave fabric that allows light and air to pass through. During the day you can see out but, passers-by can’t see in. However, at night the effect is reversed. When the lights are on in your home at night, it makes the shades transparent./span>

If you’re installing blackout window treatments to block unwanted light, then you should use outside mount blinds. Mounting blinds outside the window frame will give you more light coverage than blinds that hang from the inside./span>

In most cases blinds look and work the best when they rest on the window sill. No one is ever going to notice extra 1/2″ of length and this keeps them from blowing in a slight breeze. If you prefer for the blinds not to touch the windowsill, you should deduct 1/4″.

If you have vinyl windows in the house, a question that is foremost in the minds of the homeowners is, can blinds be installed on vinyl windows? Yes, it is possible – blinds can be installed without damaging your vinyl window frames./span>

As long as your window frame has enough depth to mount blinds inside the opening, we almost always recommend an inside mount. For double hung windows, be sure that you measure from the farthest protruding pane to the edge of the trim./span>

Curtains and roman shades are both good options when choosing window treatments for casement windows. Roman shades are versatile, yet functional window treatments; however, they block a portion of the window when open. To allow more light into the room, draperies may be a better choice./span>

3⁄4″ is the minimum depth required for inside mount blinds.