C O N T E N T S Features................................1 Product Specifications....................2-7 An Accurate Template in Five Easy Steps......7 Measuring Instructions.....................8 Fabric Specifications.......................9 1 Pleat........................10-11 2 Pleat..........................12 Blackout Liner (1 & 2 Pleats)........12 Features Maxxmar pleated shades are available in a wide assortment of fabric choices ranging from plain through decorative patterns. These fabrics include jacquards, stripes, tone-on-tones and energy efficient reflective materials in translucent, semi-opaque and room darkening choices. Additional features: 100% polyester fabric is both anti-static and dust repellent. The fabric is mould resistant making it ideal for high humidity areas such as bathrooms. Available in both 1 Pleat and our unique 2 Pleat sizing. Our easy to use cord lock allows for simple operation and can be placed on either the left or right side. Cord Loop System makes it easy to lift the shade allowing exact positioning of where the shade is to rest. It also eliminates cord puddling of the lift cord when in the open position. For added room darkening control, an optional blackout liner is available for both 1 and 2 pleat sizes. Top down/bottom up feature available - allows the shade to be lowered from the top and raised from the bottom. Cordless operation eliminates visible lift cords and can be easily maneuvered with a touch of a finger, making the feature child safe. Maximum width of a cordless shade is dependent on the maximum width of the specific fabric chosen. The maximum height is 84. Additional specialty options for pleated shades include day/night shades, two shades on one headrail, angle top, arch, circle, hexagon, octagon, trapezoid and skylight shades. Our EvenPleat Consistent Cording is automatically supplied at NO CHARGE on all 2 pleat shades and is an option for 1 Pleat (see pricing at bottom of grid). This feature prevents fabrics from sagging and keeps a clean crisp pleat design. www.maxxmar.com SEPTEMBER 2010 1
Standard Shade STANDARD pleated shades fit rectangular window openings up to 96 in height. Maximum width is dependent on fabric width and whether you overlap fabric panels. Suggested maximum width is 72, beyond which two-on-one headrail configurations are recommended up to a maximum width of 144. Standard rectangular shades are cord-operated. 1 Pleat Maximum Single Panel Width: Varies with fabric width Maximum Width With Panel Overlap: 144 (shades over 96 wide are cord cleat no locking device) Maximum Width - End Mount: 36 2 Pleat Maximum Width - 72 otherwise must be 2 on 1 headrail Minimum Width - 12 Inside Mount Minimum Mounting Depth Standard Installation Bracket: 1 Outside Mount Minimum Flat Vertical Surface Standard Installation Bracket: 5/8 Please specify hold down brackets if required Two Shades on one Headrail Two Shades on one headrail is two standard rectangular shades which share the same headrail. They fit rectangular window openings up to 144 in width and up to 96 in height. per panel Maximum Width: 72 per panel or 144 overall. Gap between panels equals 5/16. Same as standard shades. Follow basic measuring instructions. Price as 2 sperate shades. Note: There will be a 5/16 light gap between shade panels. 2 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE SEPTEMBER 2010
Top-Down/Bottom-Up Shade Top-Down/Bottom-Up pleated shades fit rectangular window openings up to 72 in width and 96 height. With these shades, both the centre and bottom rails are moving rails, each with their own set of lift cords. The shade opens either from the top to the bottom or from the bottom to the top. Front extended lip on headrail for 1 pleat only prevents light bleed when floating rail is raised. Please note that two shades on one headrail are not available. Maximum Width: 72 Same as standard shades. Follow basic measuring instructions. Please note 2 pleat maximum size with liner 60 x 60. $100.00 surcharge Day/Night Shade Day/Night pleated shades fit rectangular window openings up to 72 in width and 96 height. Two fabric panels are used one between the headrail and floating rail, and one between the floating rail and bottom rail. Both the floating rail and bottom rail are moving rails, each with their own set of lift cords. Either fabric panel, or portion of a fabric panel, may be used to cover the window. With Day/Night Shades, the consumer has the choice of two window coverings for the same window. Typically, a sheer or semi-opaque fabric is used for one panel, and a semi-opaque, room-darkening fabric, or fabric with backing is used for the other panel. Maximum Width: 72 Same as standard shades. Follow basic measuring instructions. On the order form, list the top fabric panel first and the bottom fabric panel second. Also if ordering a liner, specify which fabric it applies to. Please note 2 pleat maximum size with liner 60 x 60. Price as two separate shades from the respective fabric price grids. If adding a liner, be sure to add liner surcharge. SEPTEMBER 2010 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE 3
Cord Loop Shade Cord Loop pleated shades fit rectangular window openings up to 132 in width and up to 96 in height. Cord Loop shades are operated using a continuous cord loop system, making it easy to raise and lower even the largest shades. Minimum Width: 18 Maximum Single Panel Width: varies with fabric width Maximum Width with Fabric Overlap: 132 Inside Mount Minimum Mounting Depth: 3/4 Outside Mount Minimum Flat Vertical Surface: 3/4 Cord Loop Standard cord loop drops - White only. Shade height 12-35 : 24 cord loop drop Shade height 36-59 : 36 cord loop drop Shade height 60-83 : 48 cord loop drop Shade height 84-96 : 72 cord loop drop Add cord loop surcharge at bottom of price grid. Angle Top (Template Required) Angle Top pleated shades fit window openings where the top sill is sloped. Angle Top shades are cord-operated, and open from the bottom to the top. However, the bottom rail may only be raised and lowered along the straight portion of the shade. In the fully raised position, a triangular area at the top of the window opening remains inoperable and fixed in place. Maximum Fabric Width: 54 Maximum Width of Sloped Rail: 60 Maximum Slope Angle: 45 Same as standard rectangular shades. Include a template with each shade ordered. Please note 2 pleat not available in this style. Add $90.00 surcharge to shade price. (Use tallest height dimension.) 4 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE SEPTEMBER 2010
Cordless Shade 1 Pleat Minimum Width: 18 Maximum Width for 1 Pleat - 96 Maximum Width for 2 Pleat - 72 Maximum Height for 1 Pleat - 84 Maximum Height for 2 Pleat - 72 2 Pleat Fabric Fields Not Available in Cordless. Liner only available for 1 Pleat (Not available in 2 Pleat) Maximum size 60 x 72. Top-Down/Bottom-Up Cordless Shade Maximum Size for 1 Pleat 60 x 60 (Not available in 2 Pleat) Note: Liner can not be added to a Top-Down/Bottom-Up cordless shade. SEPTEMBER 2010 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE 5
Arches and Circles (Templates Required) Both perfect and imperfect arches are available. An arch is perfect if its curved portion is perfectly circular if its width is exactly twice its height. Imperfect arches are those where the width is not equal to twice its height. Circles are stationary or inoperable shades. Arches and quarter circles may share the same headrail with standard rectangular shades. A template must be provided for all imperfect arches and circles to be sure the shape of the shade matches the shape of the window opening. Half Circle & Stationary Arches Maximum Width: add $65.00 to shade price. - Arches: 84 Quarter Circle or Full Circle - Circles: 60 add $80.00 to shade price. - Quarter Circles: 42 Arches and Quarter Circles Same as standard rectangular shades Circles: Minimum Mounting Depth: 1 1/8 The height of an imperfect arch may not be less than 30% of the arch width. Include a template with each shade ordered. Specify if an arch or quarter circle will share the headrail with a standard rectangular shade. Please note 2 pleat not available in this style. End Cap Arch Circle Imperfect Arch and Quarter Circle Decorative Arch Cover Quarter Circle Headrail Arch Over Standard Shade Specialty Shapes (Templates Required) Specialty Shapes can be hexagons, octagons, or trapezoids. They can operate bottom up, top down, or they can be stationary. Inside-mounted octagons and hexagons can open only through the widest part of the shade, where the window casement begins to narrow. Trapezoids must open toward the wider rail. Size standards Hexagons and Octagons Minimum Fabric Width: 8 Maximum Fabric Width: 30 Maximum Height: 60 Trapezoids Minimum Fabric Width: 8 Maximum Fabric Width: 72 Maximum Width Reduction of Shorter Rail: 9 per side Same as standard rectangular shade. Include a template with each shade ordered. Specify left or right side lift cords. Specify whether shade operates or is stationary. Standard installation brackets provided. Specify extension brackets or spacer blocks, if required for additional clearance. Please note 2 pleat not available in this style. Add $200.00 surcharge to shade price. Use largest width dimension. 6 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE SEPTEMBER 2010
Skylight Shades with Side Channels Skylight Shades fit rectangular window openings up to 60 by 60. The shade is operated manually, using a handle, or ring pull. An extension pole is available to operate shades in difficult to reach locations. The moving rail slides on a tension cord located within two side tracks. Skylight shades can operate on any slope in any orientation. The fabric can be specified to stack at the top, bottom, or either side. This versatility makes these shades an excellent choice not only for skylights, but also other applications, as well. Minimum Width: 18 Outside mounts: Specify Maximum Width: 60 extension brackets or spacer Maximum Height: 60 blocks, if required for additional clearance. (maximum height restriction Skylights must be at least can exceed 60 in length when total 3 away from the window surface. area does not exceed 20 sq. ft.) Liners cannot be used on skylight shades. Maximum Area: 20 sq. ft. Specify shade orientation vertical, Shades 36 wide or more sloped, or flat. require additional support cords. Specify fabric stacking top, bottom, or side stack. Inside Mount There is an 8ʼ telescopic pole Minimum Mounting Depth: 7/8 included with each order. Outside Mount Please note 2 pleat not available in this style. Minimum Flat Vertical Surface: 5/8 Hardware Colours Side channels available in white only. please note headrail and bottomrail will also only be white. Add 50% surcharge to regular shade price from the specific fabric grid. Alternative option for skylights Gravity System - 30% surcharge. Shade is either fully open or fully closed secured with a magnet. STACK TOP STACK BOTTOM STACK SIDE VERTICAL ORIENTATIONS SLOPED ORIENTATION SKYLIGHT (0 ) ORIENTATION An Accurate Template in Five Easy Steps 1. Over the window opening: tape butcher paper or heavy wrapping paper, allowing plenty of overlap. A template can have no folds or creases: do not use paper that has ever been folded; 2. Draw an exact outline of the window opening by carefully tracing over the inside edge of the window frame. 3. Remove the paper from the window opening. Note: if the shade is an outside mount, add the desired amount of overlap to the window outline and draw a second outline around it to match the shape of the finished shade. 4. Write down/mark the shade dimensions on the template. Double Check: check that the template dimensions match your measurements of the actual window opening. 5. Properly label the template: identify the template and its orientation. Write the customerʼs name on the template, and mark the ROOM SIDE and TOP. Roll up the template and place it in a mailing tube to include with the order. Do not fold the template. SEPTEMBER 2010 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE 7
Measuring Instructions THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS: Firstly, the measurements are used to price the shade. Secondly, the measurements are used to custom fabricate your shade to the specified required size. Thirdly, the measured dimensions supplied on the order form must be correct for the shade to properly fit the window opening. Rectangular Shades Rectangular Shades Include: Standard Rectangular Top Down / Bottom Up Day/Night Two Shades on a Headrail Cord Loop Measuring procedures are the same for all of the above styles. Inside Mount or Outside Mount How you take your measurements will vary depending upon whether the shade fits within the window opening (inside mount or IB) or overlaps the window opening outside mount or OB). Specialty Shapes Arches and Circles Included in this category are arch, circle, and quarter circle. Similar rules for measuring rectangular shades apply to arches and circles, as well. For inside mounts, measure the exact width and height inside the window opening. For outside mounts, measure the desired width and height. Always measure the height at its tallest point. With perfect arches and circles, the height will either equal the width (circle and quarter circle) or equal one half the width (arch). With imperfect arches, these simple height/width relationships do not occur. Templates Required "Supplying" Your Measurements Dimensions on the order form should be rounded to the nearest 1/8". With inside mounts, always round down to the nearest 1/8". Rounding up could result in a shade that is too wide to fit within the window opening. Measuring for Inside Mounts Width - Measure exact window/door width (A & B) in three (3) places from the inside of the window frame to the centre of the mullion. Measure the windows from left to right. Use the narrowest dimension. Measure overall width of area to be covered. The factory will make the necessary 1/8" deduction from width for operating clearance. Height - Measure exact height (A & B) of the window/door in two (2) places. Measure the window from left to right. Use the shortest dimension. Measuring for Outside Mounts Width - Measure exact window/door width (A & B) from the window frame to the center of the mullion. Measure the windows from left to right. Add 1 1/2" minimum overlap to outside edges of both. Measure overall width of area to be covered. Height - Measure exact height from the top of the window frame to the floor. Add a minimum overlap of 1 1/2" to the top of the frame, if shade reaches floor or sill. Add 1/1/2" to bottom of all other windows. Skylight Shade With Side Channels The rules for measuring these types of window openings are identical to those for standard rectangular shades. For inside mounts, measure the width and height at three locations inside the window opening. Order the narrowest width and the shortest height. For outside mounts, measure the desired height and width, allowing for an appropriate amount of overlap. Whether an arch is perfect or imperfect, a template must be sent with the order. Templates are also required with angles and specialty shades. Guidelines for preparing templates are shown on page 6. Angles With angles, either the top or bottom of the shade is sloped, or angled. All four sides must be measured to ensure accurate fabrication. Measure the inside of the window opening for inside mounts. When measuring for outside mounts, remember to add the desired amount of overlap. In the diagram below, the vertical measurements are labeled "LH" for left height and "RH" for right height. The horizontal measurements are labeled "S" for slope and "W" for width. The "slope angle" is the angle between the slope and a horizontal line. The angle is measured in degrees using a protractor. Record all your measurements on the template you create for the shade. Use the tallest height measurement when pricing the shade. 8 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE SEPTEMBER 2010
Fabric Specifications Pattern Chart Fabric Content Pleat Size Opacity Level Fabric Width Stacking Chart (Based on 84 Height) Academy 2 100% Polyester 1" Semi-sheer 72 2 7/8 Branches 3 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 72 2 7/8 Broadway 6 100% Polyester 1" Semi-sheer FR 92 2 1/8 Classic Linen 2 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 72 3 Crepe 1 100% Polyester 1" Semi-sheer 72 2 1/8 Dakota 6 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque FR 92 2 7/8 Dundas A 100% Polyester 2" Semi-opaque 72 2 7/8 Europe 5 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 81 2 7/8 Erin B 100% Polyester 2" Translucent 72 2 1/8 Fields A 100% Polyester 2" Semi-sheer 72 5 1/4 Glacier 4 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 88 3 Godiva B 100% Polyester 2" Semi-opaque 72 2 7/8 Hudson B 100% Polyester 2" Semi-opaque 72 3 Jacquard B 100% Polyester 2" Semi-opaque 72 3 Metalica 4 100% Polyester 1" Opaque 72 3 3/4 Nightrain 5 100% Polyester 1" Opaque 92 2 7/8 Pasadena 1 100% Polyester 1" Opaque 72 5 1/4 Sandstone 3 100% Polyester 1" Opaque 72 3 Sari 6 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 92 1 7/8 Scribble 5 100% Polyester 1" Semi-sheer 72 2 7/8 Singapore 5 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 92 2 7/8 Seville 3 100% Polyester 1" Semi-opaque 72 3 3/4 Skyscape 2 100% Polyester 1" Semi-sheer 78 3 Slub A 100% Polyester 2" Semi-opaque 72 3 Waterdown 2 100% Polyester 1" Translucent 72 2 1/8 Notes: 1. Stacking heights are guidelines only and may vary slightly. 2. Stacking heights for all fabrics include standard head and bottom rail heights. (Does not apply to specialty blinds) 3. With Cord Loop System add 3/4" to all stacking heights. 4. For shades with liners add 5/8 to total stack height. EvenPleat Consistent Cording Shades EvenPleat Consistent Cording Shades use advanced technology with ladders at the back which keeps every pleat crisp and uniformly spaced from the top to the bottom of the shade. Unlike standard pleated shades, EvenPleat Consistent Cording Shades will hold their perfect shape for years, they will not droop or sag over time, their colours wonʼt appear washed out at the top while keeping their intensity at the bottom and their patterns stay consistent. EvenPleat Consistent Cording is standard on 2 Pleat Shades and a Chargeable Option on 1 Pleat Shades. Without EvenPleat Consistent Cording Feature With EvenPleat Consistent Cording Feature SEPTEMBER 2010 PLEATED SHADE COLLECTION REFERENCE GUIDE 9