bandeau cache-rideaux

English translation: curtain valance

10:31 Sep 26, 2011

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French term or phrase: bandeau cache-rideaux

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Les rideaux ne sont jamais au dessus de la tête de lit Pour que ce soit parfaitement obscur, il y a un bandeau cache-rideaux,et / ou des tringles qui se croisent

what is a bandeau cache rideaux?

Clifford Marcus KudoZ activity Questions: 345 (6 open) (6 without valid answers) (12 closed without grading) Answers: 55
Local time: 03:26

English translation:curtain valance

Explanation:
The bit of fabric that goes across the top of the curtain, see links

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Katharine Ridgard
United Kingdom
Local time: 03:26

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curtain valance

Katharine Ridgard

pelmet

Yvonne Gallagher

frieze

kashew

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curtain valance

Explanation:
The bit of fabric that goes across the top of the curtain, see links

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Katharine Ridgard
United Kingdom
Local time: 03:26
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many thanks

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pelmet

Explanation:
www.act1.biz/pelmets_valance_swags.htm

valance normally pleated whereas pelmet flat/stretched/stiff fabric

flat pelmets with shaped bases, curtains and Roman blinds, in fabrics from ... Full length curtains with pleated valance and a Roman blind in contrasting fabric. ...

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Note added at 1 hr (2011-09-26 11:35:36 GMT)
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see Sheila about to say pelmet also, yes there is a difference as you will see from images

www.act1.biz/pelmets_valance_swags.htm

CURTAIN and pelmet LINING INFORMATION. STANDARD LINING. Laura Ashley Made to Measure Curtains are available lined, to protect main fabric from ...
mto.lauraashley.com › Help and support

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Note added at 1 hr (2011-09-26 11:37:03 GMT)
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www.pl-curtains.co.uk/curtains/pelmets.htm

Curtain Pelmet Styles. Pelmet Styles. Curtain Pelmet Styles. Pelmets add a striking traditional finish to your window and can be shaped and trimmed with a wide ...

Yvonne Gallagher
Ireland
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English
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frieze

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kashew
France
Local time: 04:26
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English
PRO pts in category: 12

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