Interior Terms

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Valance
This is a pleated or shaped miniature curtain that is hung from the pelmet to cover the top of curtains or curtain tracks.

Vent Light
An opening part at the top or bottom of a window, hinged at either its top or bottom rail. If hinged at the top it opens out and if hinged at the bottom it usually opens in.


Vinyl
This is pure vinyl, which is laminated to a paper or linen backing. It can be used anywhere and is well suited to service areas as it is washable and easy to clean.


Vinyl Coated
Paper with a vinyl or acrylic coating to the face. Either type of finish is extremely hard wearing.

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