| You many wonder why we don't
provide a price list for curtains. This is because each curtain TSC sews is a
custom job. We fabricate our curtains to fit your performance space.
Getting an estimate is easy -- read through the instructions below and then
contact the sales person for your area at 800-292-7490. |
| What type of piece is needed? |
Types
of soft goods available include: travelers, borders, legs, valances,
drops, tab curtains, contour lifts, Austrian puff curtains, cycs,
and scrims. |
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What kind of fabric would best suit
your needs?
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Muslin,
Scrim, 16 oz. Velour, 20 oz. Velour, 25 oz. Velour, 32 oz. Velour or
other |
| What color would best suit your needs?
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Our
on-line color guide is available at
Velour Color Guide. |
| Does curtain need to be flame Retardant? |
All
curtains and drops in schools or public buildings must be flame
retardant and must meet NFPA 701 Fire Code. |
What are the dimensions of your
existing curtains?
Width?
Height?
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If your current stage curtains were sewn
by a professional drapery company, this information is usually attached to
the curtain. Look at the top or bottom edge of the curtain for this
information. If this is not available, you can measure or we will measure
for you. |
Is the curtain to be sewn with
fullness or flat?
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Fullness adds additional fabric to the width of the
curtain panel and results in pleats. Added fullness is normally specified
from 50 to 100%. Fifty per cent fullness means that for every foot of
curtain, there is 18 inches of fabric; 100% means that for every foot of
curtain, there is 24 inches of fabric. Curtain sewn with no added fullness
are referred to as flat. Normally, all stage curtains have some added
fullness, but it is not uncommon to see borders, legs and blackout drapes
sewn flat. Scrims and cycloramas are generally sewn flat.
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| Do you need a lining? |
Is
there an additional curtain panel on the back of the curtain? These
curtains are considered "lined." |
What types of side, top and bottom
finishes are needed?
Snap hooks or grommets and tie lines?
Three inch side
hems or half-width?
Chain or pipe pocket in bottom?
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The TSC sales and design
professionals can answer all of your questions regarding these options or
requirements.
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How are the curtains to be hung or
supported?
On a pipe batten?
On a track?
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Front curtain and travelers are
usually installed on track which allows for the curtain to open and close.
Valances and borders are normally attached to a pipe batten. Masking legs
can be attached either to a pipe batten or track, depending on the
application. Types of tracks and pipe battens are sized depending on the
type and weight of the curtains.
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