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Blinds made of bound wooden slats operated as the bamboo oneshave long been used for porches outdoor rooms and outdoor rooms. With beveled edges, narrow slats and decorative finishes, they may also be used indoors. These are available in widths up to 15 feet 8 inches, with slats % inch or % inch wide. Finishes include paint and weather-resistant wood stains.

As a rule, slipcovers should be made of the medium-weight fabrics, such as glazed and unglazed chintzes, plain and printed linens, cretonnes, plain and striped taffetas, satins, sateens, and silk and cotton reps. Other materials which are often suitable are mohairs, plain and striped poplins, ginghams, and linen crash. Patterned fabrics may be found in practically all of the above-mentioned weaves to harmonize with period or modern rooms. There are also many plain modern fabrics with interesting novelty weaves and textures that are restful and in excellent taste for slipcovers in either period or modern rooms. The majority of plain fabrics require contrasting colors in the piping or welting to give them additional interest. Where economy is to be considered and no particular style is to be adhered to, there are many varieties of inexpensive cretonnes with all-over flower patterns which are always in good taste. Checked ginghams and percales are smart and effective for covers for small boudoir chairs, and can be found in striking color combinations. For sun porches outdoor rooms and semi-outdoor rooms, striped awning material is very durable and makes striking and colorful slipcovers. There are also waterproof glazed chintzes and rubberized materials that are practical for such rooms. Slipcovers should be dry-cleaned to prevent shrinkage.

As a rule, slipcovers should be made of the medium-weight fabrics, such as glazed and unglazed chintzes, plain and printed linens, cretonnes, plain and striped taffetas, satins, sateens, and silk and cotton reps. Other materials which are often suitable are mohairs, plain and striped poplins, ginghams, and linen crash. Patterned fabrics may be found in practically all of the above-mentioned weaves to harmonize with period or modern rooms. There are also many plain modern fabrics with interesting novelty weaves and textures that are restful and in excellent taste for slipcovers in either period or modern rooms. The majority of plain fabrics require contrasting colors in the piping or welting to give them additional interest. Where economy is to be considered and no particular style is to be adhered to, there are many varieties of inexpensive cretonnes with all-over flower patterns which are always in good taste. Checked ginghams and percales are smart and effective for covers for small boudoir chairs, and can be found in striking color combinations. For sun porches outdoor rooms and semi-outdoor rooms, striped awning material is very durable and makes striking and colorful slipcovers. There are also waterproof glazed chintzes and rubberized materials that are practical for such rooms. Slipcovers should be dry-cleaned to prevent shrinkage.