Fabric Care Instruction

Fabric Care Instruction​ washing maching

Firstly, make sure you know what are the fabric type for your curtains.

Most of them are 100% Polyester which is easy to maintain & machine-washable.

Remove the first and last metal hook for each piece of curtain.

For the rest of the plastic hooks:

– If your hooks are those removable types which are inserted into the pleats, remove them as well.

– If yours are microflex hooks that are sewn into the curtain pleats, no need to remove. (It’s optional to slide out the small hooks from the body. However, do take note of the position so that you can slide back to the right position. It’s one-way slide in from top to bottom.)

Do NOT use hot water, do NOT use separate hot dryer.

Wash with gentle cycle and normal spin dry.

Just hang up back on tracks and spread open to let dry. Can use portable steam iron after drying if desired.

For the day curtains, they are thinner sheers, can consider putting in a bigger laundry mesh bag to wash and use gentle wash cycle.

Some owners also choose to hand-wash the day curtains.

Note: Wash piece by piece if washing machine not big enough. 🙂

 

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    Blind quick measure guide

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    First, follow the orange lines to measure the window width and height.

    Next, as a rule of thumb, add a 0.10m-0.15m (10-15cm) allowance to each side of the measurement. This will allow the blind to overlap the window and reduce light leakage from the sides.

    For Illustration: Blind Width = Window Width + 0.10m + 0.10m

    Blind Height (with beam) = Window Height + 0.10m

    Blind Height (w/o beam) = Window Height + 0.10m + 0.10m 

    In the above example, there is a beam right above the window. As the blind’s headrail will be mounted on the beam directly, there is no need to add 10cm to the top.

    If there is no beam, the blinds will be mounted 10cm upwards from the top of the window frame.

    Notes:  1 . The 10-15 cm (4-6 inches) allowance is a general guide, it can be more or less depending on individual’s preference. The more overlap you have, the lesser will be the ambient light leakage.

    2. All blinds measurements are inclusive of the headrail & bottom bar. For roller/combi blinds, please note that the fabric width will be approximately 1.25~1.5 inches (3.2~3.8 cm) narrower than the headrail.

    Example Picture for Point 2: Roller Blind Width Illustration-watermark

    Curtain quick measure guide

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    For curtain width, generally it will be from wall-to-wall. You can easily estimate the width from the floorplan.
     
    For HDB beam-to-floor, the height is usually 2.1m to 2.23m approximately.
     
    For HDB ceiling-to-floor, the height is usually 2.4m to 2.7m approximately.
     
    For Illustration:
    Curtain Width = Wall-to-Wall Width
     
    Curtain Height (beam) = Beam to Floor Height
     
    Curtain Height (ceiling) = Ceiling to Floor Height 
     
    Notes:
    1. As long as the required height is not more than 2.60-2.85m, it won’t affect the price. Generally, without joining fabrics, 100% blackout curtains can support till 2.45-2.65m height, and Dim-out curtains can support till 2.85m height. (This also depends on the type of fabrics.)
     
    2. We only work with curtain tracks or rails. We do not carry curtains rods/poles regrettably.
     
    P.S.
    For curtain, normally it will be done from beam-to-floor to save some floor space.
     

    Delivery + Installation Fee & Notes

    1) Delivery plus installation starts at min. $80 for up to 5 indoor items. Additional indoor items are at $10 each. (For mainland Singapore only.)
     
    2) Outdoor Roller Blinds start at $50 per item. Zip Blinds are at $80 per set.
     
    3) Other items such as motors, exceptional tall ceilings & etc will require a custom estimate.
     
    4) Delivery only (without installation), Self-collection and/or DIY installation can be arranged as desired to save on costs.
     
    5) If the unit is not at lift level, stair-climbing charges are applicable. This is the same for within a Landed property, HDB Executive Maisonette, Condo Penthouse & similar.
     

    Site Survey Fee & Notes

    1) A nominal on-site consultation fee of $50 is payable upfront. It will be used as a CREDIT towards purchases of more than $480. (In the event of non-purchase, this fee is non-refundable due to time & labour spent.)
     
    (If the site is not ready or if there is a change of mind after the first site visit, subsequent site surveys will be chargeable and are not reimbursable.)
     
    2) The best time to do a site survey is after installation of the window grilles, carpentry around window, flooring, aircon & trunking, electrical casing and curtain pelmet are completed, as all these will affect the measurements. If the painting is also done, it is also easier to match the colours to your room walls.
     
    3) During the site survey, we will bring along the popular fabrics samples. If you wish to view a wider range of fabrics, you can make an appointment to visit our showroom in Bedok.
     
    4) For DIY measure, the site survey fee is not required. Do note that you have to be confident of your measurements, as alteration fees for “big to small” are applicable. “Small to big” alterations are impossible. Additional transport charges are required for re-delivery. We can also guide you to measure if desired.
     
    5) In any case, we can give you a free estimate over your floorplan or measurements first, so you can decide if we are a good fit before committing to a site survey. :)

     

    GREENGUARD Gold

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    GREENGUARD Gold Certified fabrics reduces chemical emissions and minimizes the risk of chemical toxicity in indoor spaces.

    This certification was developed by UL, which helps companies demonstrate commitment to healthier indoor environments. 

    Read more about GREENGUARD certification here.

    OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100

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    OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is a label for textiles tested for harmful substances and sets the benchmark for textile safety, from yarn to finished product.

    Every item bearing the STANDARD 100 label is certified as having passed safety tests for the presence of harmful substances.

    Read more about OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification here.

    Types of Mechanism

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    1) Chain Pulley

    This is the standard chain pulley system that allows you to raise or lower the blind smoothly with minimal effort.

    2) Cordless One Touch

    This Cordless One Touch system let you lift up and down the blind easily without the use of a chain. It allows unlimited stopping positions.

    Recommended for smaller and half-height windows. (See applicable size limits below.)

    3) Cordless Auto Spring

    This Cordless Auto Spring system let you retract the blind easily without the use of a chain. You can stop the blind at any position while lowering the blind.

    Recommended for smaller and half-height windows. (See applicable size limits below.)

    Size Limits for both Cordless Mechanisms:

    – Min. Width is 0.8m;
    – Max. Width is 2.3m,
    – Max. Height is 3m;
    – Max. Area is 40 sq ft.

    Please adjust or split the blind into smaller sets as necessary.

    Types of Headrail

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    1) Basic

    The standard basic bare headrail system offers versatile installation options. The headrail can be mounted discreetly under a beam or ceiling, or rotated for wall mounting, provided there are no obstructions such as window handles or grilles.

    This flexibility ensures seamless integration with your window design.

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    2) Classic Pelmet Cassette

    The classic pelmet cassette elegantly conceals the exposed roller tube, while its front is beautifully wrapped in the same fabric as the blind itself.

    This thoughtful design not only reduces light leakage from the top of the blind but also minimizes dust accumulation, ensuring your blind remains a stunning and functional addition to any room.

    Note that the classic pelmet cassette is more bulky and requires a larger space for mounting.

    Types of System Colours

    The System refers to 3 parts:
    – Headrail,
    – Bottom bar, and
    – Pull chain.

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    1) White System

    This is the standard white system which is the default configuration for all roller blinds.

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    2) Black System​

    Here is an example of Black System. Suitable for dark-coloured blinds. You may request to change to black system for free, without any additional charges.

    Fabric Roll Direction

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