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]] A Curtain (also known as a '''drape''' or '''drapery''') is a piece of Cloth intended to block or obscure Light . Curtains are often hung on the inside of a Building 's Window to block the travel of light, for instance at Night to aid Sleep ing, or to stop light from escaping outside the building (stopping people outside from being able to see inside, often for privacy reasons). In this application they are also known as "draperies." Curtains come in a variety of shapes, materials, sizes, colours and patterns, and they often have their own sections within Department Store s, whilst some shops are completely dedicated to selling curtains. An adaptation of the curtain may be a blind or, in warmer countries, such as Spain, wooden shutters that are fixed to the outside of the building to provide privacy and still keep the building cool inside. Curtains also provide visual separation in other situations such as on a Performance Art Stages where the actors make final preparations for the show behind the curtain while the audience waits in front of the curtain. If used for a particular performance, the curtain typically opens when the show begins and closes for substantial pauses in the performance. The First drape store in America was founded in 1892. Before that there were only fabric stores and you had to make your own drapes. RELIGIOUS SIGNIFICANCE The curtain played a special role in , as Jesus died, "the curtain of the temple was torn in two," symbolizing humanity's connection to God through the death of Jesus ( Luke 23:45). COMMERCIAL CURTAINS With the increase in single family homes during the last century, the curtains and drapery industries have witnessed simultaneous growth in the demand for their products. Commercial interests also grew during that time as many companies tried to supply institutions, hotels, and so on. During the second half of the 20th century, many companies profited while others went bankrupt. Offering good customer service and adapting to change such as purchasing raw materials from overseas has kept companies afloat, even during rougher times. CARE AND CLEANING Curtains can be very difficult to clean and maintain. Often times they will shrink or tear easily. Also, while Dry Cleaning curtains, all pins must be removed, then put back in once the process is complete. SEE ALSO |
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