Abstract: Curtain draping hardware and a method for draping a curtain using a curtain rod and a curtain holder. The curtain covers the curtain rod and can be made to form one or two vertical tails and/or one or more arcs or swags by placement of the curtain in one or more curtain holders. A decorative accent piece can also be attached to the front of the curtain rod above the curtain holder.

Abstract: An assembly for decorating the top of a window. Generally, the assembly includes a pair of linear members with side panels attached at each end. The side panels have integral mounting posts being received by slots in the linear members. Optionally, the linear members are attached to the side panels with discrete couplings that are received by both the side panels and the linear members. A fabric covering is applied over the assembly and attached to the rear of the assembly by use of glue. Optionally, the fabric covering is attached via a mechanical fastening system located on the rear of the assembly. Mounting brackets are used to secure the window top decorating assembly directly to the wall surrounding the window or, if a window covering unit is in place, to the headrail of the window covering unit.

Abstract: A fascia assembly for folding doors particularly for bifold doors, uses an elongated fascia element spanning the doorway in which the doors are installed, the element being freely suspended by a hinge from a support mounted to the top of the doorway adjacent a track, which guides the door during its folding movement, for swinging movement about an axis parallel to the track so that it may pass above the tops of the doors. The fascia element has sufficient vertical extent to span from the top of the doorway to and beyond the tops of the doors, and is mounted to that side of the doors facing the direction in which they open. As the doors open, the fascia element can swing upwards out of the way of the doors. Conveniently, both the fascia element and the support are elongated elements of constant cross-section and the hinge is formed by interlocking edge portions of these two elements.

Abstract: A foam cornice window treatment which is mountable on a curtain rod assembly including one or more flat, slat-like members. The foam cornice is formed of resilient foam material and includes a front non-planar surface which meets a rear, planar surface. One or more channels are formed on the rear face of the cornice for engagement with the slot(s) of the curtain rod assembly. The cornice includes a pair of rear slots formed on the rear face into which edges of a fabric covering may be tucked. Because of the resiliency of the foam body, the slots will open to receive the fabric edges, but will resiliently spring back to grip the fabric edges and hold them in place. A slot may also be formed on the front face of the cornice so that an intermediate portion of the fabric covering may be tucked thereinto to create a puffy, decorative effect.

Abstract: A window valance kit assembled from paperboard stock configured for attaching a decorative material thereto to decorate a window. The window valance kit includes a valance body, decorative coverings and attachment tabs. The valance body is preferably constructed of a lightweight corrugated paperboard stock and includes multiple panels hingedly connected by fold lines. The multiple panels are folded along the fold lines to form the valance body. Decorative window coverings such as fabric, wallpaper, paint or lace are applied to the valance body to provide decoration, and the decorated valance is secured to a window or wall by paperboard securement tabs.

Abstract: A cornice box assembly (10) for forming a cornice box (66) of a desired shape that hangs on a wall (74) is provided. The assembly (10) includes a face member (12) of a lightweight rigid material and first (14) and second (16) side members of the lightweight rigid material. Additionally, the assembly includes a top member (18) of the lightweight rigid material. A back member (20) is also provided of the lightweight rigid material having a first side tab member (50) at a first end and a second side tab member (52) at a second end. Each tab member (50 & 52) may be placed in a position generally perpendicular to the back member (20) at an interface between each tab member (50 & 52) and the back member (20). The assembly (10) also includes an adhesive (22) for joining the members such that a hingeable joint is formed between any two adhesive joined members.

Abstract: A door curtain assembly (10) for temporarily closing the door opening of a loading dock doorway for a warehouse, or similar industrial building, including a framework (20) mounted within the door jamb of the doorway. A door curtain (42) is movably mounted to the framework (20) and is formed from a durable, porous material that enables light and air to readily pass therethrough, but which retards the passage of insects, etc. through the open door of a warehouse. The door curtain (42) is slidably mounted on a curtain rod (66) and is movable across the width of the door opening to open and close the door opening. A locking handle (96) is provided along one side edge (49) of the door curtain (42) for locking the door curtain (42) in its closed position for enclosing the door opening.

Abstract: A mounting system and method for mounting a decorative window treatment, such as a valance or lambrequin comprising a first complementary member having a resilient spline portion extending along the length of the member, a second complementary member which is adapted to interlock with the first member and the decorative window treatment, and an adhesive strip for attaching one of the complementary members to a headrail of the window treatment. The spline of the first complementary member has a pair of opposing spaced apart arcuate half portions separated by a gap and an adjoining channel portion for flexing the arcuate half portions towards each other during the interlocking of the first member with the second member and the window treatment.

Abstract: A valance structure employing interchangeable facades or placards of a predetermined size utilizing a top portion which is mounted on a surface. The top portion possesses a flange and a groove on the flange of a certain depth. A bottom portion is also employed with the top portion. The bottom portion includes a second flange having a groove of a depth which is smaller than the depth of the groove of the top portion first flange. A spacer is employed for positioning the top and bottom portions apart. The floors of the grooves are separated a certain distance to permit interchangeable placards replaced in the top and bottom portion grooves.

Abstract: An universal window treatment support device and method for supporting various lengths, sizes and types of curtain and/or drapery material in a wide variety of different decorative treatment arrangements. The holder is an elongated, relatively thin, flat rigid element containing a number of openings of different sizes and shapes along its length and having an elongated rod of small cross-section extending across the lower portion thereof. The device is vertically mounted in front of an area to be decorated and looped sections of material is passed from the back of the holder to its front through one or more of the openings or looped over the elongated rod after which the looped sections are fluffed out or draped in front of the holder to provide individualized decorative treatments. The elongated rod is adaptable for passing through hemmed openings of flat panels of sheer material to provide a light filtering function.

Abstract: An universal window treatment support device or holder for supporting various lengths, sizes and types of curtain and/or drapery material in a wide variety of different decorative treatment arrangements. The holder is an elongated, relatively thin, flat rigid element containing a number of openings of different sizes and shapes along its length. The device is vertically mounted in front of an area to be decorated and looped sections of material is passed from the back of the holder to its front through one or more of the openings after which the looped sections are fluffed out or draped in front of the holder to provide individualized decorative treatments.

Abstract: A decorative wall hanging form having a fabric attached thereto for decorative appearance. The article is of a soft and flexible material having a rigid member abutting the from along a region adjacent the perimeter of the rigid member and secured to the form along points interior to said region of abutment. There are curved shapes separated by slits into which the fabric is tucked. The fabric is also tucked into the region between the of abutment.

Abstract: An universal window treatment support device or holder for supporting various lengths, sizes and types of curtain and/or drapery material in a wide variety of different decorative treatment arrangements. The holder is an elongated, relatively thin, flat rigid element containing a number of openings of different sizes and shapes along its length. The device is vertically mounted in front of an area to be decorated and looped sections of material is passed from the back of the holder to its front through one or more of the openings after which the looped sections are fluffed out or draped in front of the holder to provide individualized decorative treatments.

Abstract: A modular valance assembly (10) is disclosed that is both easy to assemble and to disassemble. The assembly (10) includes a front valance member (20b) interconnected at each side (21) to a side valance member (20a) by a corner member (40) disposed therebetween. The valance members (20) include, near their top edge (23), a rearwardly-extending mounting flange (27) with a projecting rib (31) and, adjacent their bottom edge (24), a frontwardly-extending cantilevered portion (32). The corner member (40) includes means for connecting (43,44) the top part of each valance member (20) and means for being connected (55) to the bottom part of the each valance member (20). The corner member (40) is arcuate (41) so as to hold the interconnected valance members (20) at right angles to one another.

Abstract: The present invention provides a window dressing system which, according to one aspect of the invention, has a bracket for supporting a drapery on one side and a window treatment on the other side. The bracket is configured with tracks which cooperate with movable hardware assemblies attached to the top window treatment and the drapery in a manner that provides simple and efficient removal of the window treatment and the drapery for servicing. The drapery hardware assembly is also designed to facilitate pleating of the drapery in an easy to assemble and disassemble arrangement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a curtain retainer. The curtain retainer is comprised of a retainer element having a pair of parallel elongate members having a gap therebetween and having inside and outside faces. A support is provided to support the retaining element from a wall, ceiling, head rail of a window blind or curtain, or the like. A plug is provided for insertion into and retained within the gap in the retaining element. The plug clampingly engages fabric of a curtain between itself and corresponding inside faces of the members. The plug is retained in a partly recessed position within the gap and is capable, in this position, of retaining the fabric sufficiently loosely to allow for positioning of the fabric in pleats or the like.

Abstract: A cornice board constructed of a rigid material containing a plurality of openings located on a first side, front face, and second side. These openings may be selectively plugged, by various removable plugs. The rigid cornice board is adaptable to contain a decorative fabric interleaved through the selected plurality of openings in order to create the desired design effect.

Abstract: A venetian blind storage assembly for use in storing a venetian blind in a collapsible tent trailer is provided. The assembly includes a venetian blind mounted within a flexible pouch. The assembly is mounted to an interior of the collapsible tent trailer above a window formed in a collapsible side wall of the trailer. The pouch includes a bottom opening extending along the entire length of the venetian blind to allow slats of the venetian blind to be lowered and used as desired while the trailer is expanded. Prior to collapsing the trailer, the slats of the venetian blind are retracted and enclosed within the pouch. The opening of the pouch is shut tightly to completely isolate the venetian blind from the interior of the trailer. Thus, when the trailer is subsequently collapsed into a compact configuration, both the venetian blind and the interior of the trailer are protected from damage.

Abstract: A self-supporting curtain and valance assembly for direct mounting onto a single curtain rod or shower-bath support, installed in juxtaposition with a window, door, shower-bath area or the like, is disclosed. The assembly (10) includes a curtain subassembly (20), functional in various configurations. The curtain (20) has a number of first coupling subunits (30) secured to the inside surface (26) of the flap of the curtain. The flap has a number of second coupling subunits (32) secured to its inside surface. The flap can be engaged and looped around a curtain rod or support and attached to itself by the first and second coupling subunits for self-supporting the curtain subassembly on the rod without the need for separate, independently added hooks or the like. The curtain has a plurality of third coupling subunits (36) fixed to the outside surface (28) of the flap.

Abstract: A valance assembly for a mini blind and a mini blind which includes a valance, the apparatus including end brackets which support a mini blind by engagement with the head rail of the head rail assembly of the mini blind and in which the end brackets carry slots for the receipt of upper and lower lips on a valance which can be cut to any desired length, the valance, once engaged with the end brackets, providing a continuous, uninterrupted surface to the viewer. In addition, a clip engagable with the head rail and located behind the valance secures the valance to the head rail so as to form a unit whereby sag between the head rail and the valance is precluded.

Abstract: A decorative article for interior decorating purposes such as a cornice, lambrequin or valance for an opening forming a door or window in a wall of a building. The article includes a padded board and at least one opening extending therethrough in the shape of a particular object. The board includes a front layer of fabric overlying a compressible pad on the front face thereof. The edges of the board and the opening are covered with suitable decorative trim. An insert can be provided in the opening to simulate a part of the object represented by the opening. In particular, the opening in the board can represent a bow and the insert can represent a knot in the middle of the bow. Ribbons can also be provided extending downwardly from the lower edge of the insert.

Abstract: A fabric cover is described for curtain rods and curtain rings. The fabric cover provides a valance or top treatment for a curtain and a pleasing effect to a room while suspending the curtain. Another embodiment provides a one piece curtain and curtain rod and ring cover.

Abstract: The no-sew window treatment of the invention comprises a form of semi-soft foam which is covered by fabric through a wrap and tuck process. The form incorporates a straight slit cut into an exterior surface running along its entire length. The form additionally incorporates a cross-shaped slot running through its center, also along its entire length. The fabric employed is wrapped around the form, cut to the length desired, and its ends are then fitted into the straight slit; the sides of the fabric are then tucked into the cross-shaped slot. Because of the semi-soft characteristics of the foam, and the close-fit force exerted on the ends and sides of the fabric, the result is to provide a form which holds the fabric in place--yet, one which is easy to install, cover and assemble (even by the purchaser) and without the need for any sewing to give a customized look.

Abstract: A drapery fixture for use as a drapery swag holder or a drapery tie-back holder. The fixture includes a mounting bracket and rosette components for use with a piece of fabric for forming a fabric rosette. The rosette components include a shape retaining rosette body member having a front face and a central opening through the front face, and a plug member dimensioned for insertion into the central opening for retaining a fabric piece adjacent the center of the front face of the body member. A fabric receiving recess is provided at the rear side of the body member and a flexible strip can be pressed into the fabric receiving groove to retain the fabric at the rear side of the body member.

Abstract: A ready-made cascade and valance curtain set is installed by mounting a valance on a forward curtain rod, and mounting two cascades in spaced relationship on a rearward rod, the cascades being extended over the forward rod to hang in front of the marginal end portions of the valance. Two or more valances may be mounted side-by-side on the forward rod, with an ascot or cravat being draped thereover from the rearward rod so as to hide any gap therebetween.

Abstract: An above-window arch treatment has a series of rectangular slats glued to one another and to a valence so as to form a "peacock's tail". The arch treatment is fabricated by a method which fixes an odd-number of slats about a pivot bolt passing through front and rear valences. The slats are alternated to the right and left of the pivot bolt. The slat most rearward, i.e., immediately adjoining the back valence, is moved perpendicular to the valences. The slats on the right hand side of the perpendicualr slat are sequentially joined to the perpendicular slat and then to each other. Likewise, the slats on the left-hand side of the perpendicular slat are sequentially joined to the perpendicular slat and then to each other unitl the desired arch form is achieved. The assembled slats can then be joined to the front valence or a flower box in front of the arch treatment can be proviced by joining the assembled slats to the rear valence.

Abstract: An ornamental valence treatment for windows enables swags or festoons to be arranged in a variety of different arrangements to suit different window dimensions. The treatment uses standard components and enables them to be easily removed for washing or cleaning. At least two decorative swags are provided for draping from a support member, each swag has at least one attachment edge with a hook tape along one side of the edge and a loop-tape along the other side of the edge and a loop-tape along the other side of the edge, such that the two swags can be joined together by the hook-tape of one swag engaging with the loop-tape of the other swag.

Abstract: In order to enhance the aesthetics of the interior of a home or building, a fabric column kit and system is disclosed. The fabric column kit or system includes at least a pair and, preferably, a plurality of fabric supports which may advantageously be of different sizes and/or shapes wherein the supports are adapted for selected positioning in spaced apart relation in compatible pairs. The fabric supports are fixedly mounted to a rigid surface in selected positions. The fabric column kit or system also includes at least a pair and preferably a plurality of rings which may advantageously be of different sizes and/or shapes wherein the rings are adapted to releasably secure opposite ends of a fabric to the respective ones of the fabric supports. With the fabric column kit or system, a fabric column may be formed between the fabric supports to aesthetically enhance the interior space of any building structure.

Abstract: A window cornice assembly having a semi-circular front plate formed with an upper edge having an upper channel and a lower edge having a lower channel. A lower curtain rod is slidably disposed through the lower channel and an upper curtain rod is slidably disposed through the upper channel. A method for hanging curtains by sliding a fabric over the window cornice assembly, mounting the upper and lower curtain rods to a wall, and securing a middle curtain rod to the wall in between the upper and lower curtain rods. A curtain is hung from the middle curtain rod.

Abstract: A vertical blind with an arrangement for supporting a plurality of vanes comprised of an elongate blind head with a plurality of slidable vane carriers disposed therein, each adapted to rotate an individual vane about its vertical axis. Rotational movement of the vanes is effected by providing the blind head with a central rotatable tilt rod that engages a series of face gears disposed within each of the carriers. Each carrier also includes a pinion gear engaged by the face gear and mounted to a vane holder adapted to rotate within a clip provided on the carrier. The vertical blind may also include a plurality of slinding clips linking the carriers, the clips being readily removable from the carriers. The clips may include fastening arrangements which enable adjustment of the spacing between the carriers so as to provide a vertical blind capable of fitting within different dimensions. The vertical blind may also include a plurality of valence clips for attachment of a decorative valence.

Abstract: A window covering headrail cornice has a front panel; two end plates; two corner pieces joining the end plates to the front panel; and end covers all fitted together, and unitarily secured to the headrail via clips interrelating the cornice to the front panel.

Abstract: A valance spacing assembly. The valance spacing assembly comprises a spacer bar 22 having opposed ends, a first and second clip 24 and 25, the first clip 24 removably attached at one end of the spacer bar 22, and the second clip 25 removably attached at an opposite end of the spacer bar 22, the first and second clips 24 and 25 each removably attached to two parallel spaced valance rods 12 and 14, thereby rigidly interconnecting the valance rods 12 and 14.

Abstract: A valance clip for securing a valance to a vertical blind assembly. The vertical blind assembly comprising a track for supporting the vertical blinds, and track or ceiling clips for securing the track to a suitable surface, such as a ceiling. The valance clip including a base for securing the clip to the vertical blind assembly, and an elongated portion extending outwardly from the base, and preferably spring biased to urge the elongated portion of the clip against the ceiling. The valance is secured between the spring biased elongated portion of the valance clip and the ceiling.

Abstract: A window cornice assembly having a semi-circular front plate formed with an upper edge having an upper channel and a lower edge having a lower channel. A lower curtain rod is slidably disposed through the lower channel and an upper curtain rod is slidably disposed through the upper channel. A method for hanging curtains by sliding a fabric over the window cornice assembly, mounting the upper and lower curtain rods to a wall, and securing a middle curtain rod to the wall in between the upper and lower curtain rods. A curtain is hung from the middle curtain rods.

Abstract: A valance support bracket for mounting on the headrail of a venetian blind to enable mounting of a valance. The headrail has a pair of laterally spaced coplanar mounting flanges extending longitudinally along its upper surface. The valance support bracket includes a mounting plate from which depends a pair of locking arms adapted to be inserted downwardly between the mounting flanges on the headrail when the valance support bracket is disposed in a first orientation, the locking arms being further adapted for cooperative relation with the mounting flanges so as to cause the valance support bracket to undergo a snap-action movement as it is moved to a second orientation substantially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the headrail wherein the locking arms effect locking relation with the headrail.

Abstract: A foldable valance having plastic hinges attaching the return panels to the front panel of the valance, to allow folding of the return panels alongside the front panel for compact packaging. A tab is formed integrally with one of the plate portions of the plastic hinge and is movable to a position extending at an angle to the associated plate portion of the hinge, for retaining the return panel in erected condition when the valance is installed.

Abstract: An improved curtain rod assembly is disclosed which includes a track having a decorative fascia attached thereto. The track and fascia cooperate to permit the fascia to be easily attached thereto. A return plate is configured for attachment to the track and cooperates with a bracket assembly to support the track from a wall the appropriate distance. A side fascia is configured for attachment with the return plate and an elbow connects the fascia on the track and the return plate to provide an esthetically pleasing system.

Abstract: A decorative member is disclosed for attachment to a valance or a vertical slat of a blind structure. The decorative member includes a substrate which fits into the valance or blind slat and a cover member which is attached to the substrate and covers the exposed edges of the valance or blind slat to which the member is attached.

Abstract: A valance for concealing window blind headers or drapery fixtures. The valance includes a front panel and end panels, and each of the panels have an upper rail adjacent the upper edge defining a downwardly projecting lip, a lower rail adjacent the lower edge defining an upwardly projecting lower lip, and an intermediate rail defining an upwardly projecting intermediate lip and a downwardly projecting intermediate lip. Upper and lower valance face members are provided for each panel and each face member has a front wall, a reentrant channel extending lengthwise along one rear edge and an internal hook portion spaced inwardly from a second rear edge. The reentrant channels on the upper and lower valance face members are arranged to receive the respective upper and lower intermediate lips and the internal hook portions on the upper and lower face members are respectively arranged to receive the upper and lower lips on the associated panel.

Abstract: A window cornice assembly having a semi-circular front plate formed with an upper edge having an upper channel and a lower edge having a lower channel. A lower curtain rod is slidably disposed through the lower channel and an upper curtain rod is slidably disposed through the upper channel. A method for hanging curtains by sliding a fabric over the window cornice assembly, mounting the upper and lower curtain rods to a wall, and securing a middle curtain rod to the wall in between the upper and lower curtain rods. A curtain is hung from the middle curtain rod.

Abstract: A valance assembly is disclosed which allows the hook-in assembly of a valance support onto the head rail, and the snap-in mounting of the valance on the valance support. The valance support in one embodiment has the cross-section of an I-beam for strength with a minimum of material and in another embodiment provides for two parallel offset valances to provide a vehicle for contrasting colors over the blinds and head rail.

Abstract: A cornice for the headrail of a window covering has an elongated front panel with grooves on a front surface for receiving decorative slats and a pair of longitudinal slots on the back surface. Clips hanging on the headrail have parts received within the front panel. Adjustable length side plates are assembled to the front panel by end pieces.

Abstract: An exterior roll-up shutter consists of positioning strips that can be mounted on an outside wall on or next to the reveals and of a housing that rests against the strips. The housing is constituted of side walls, a floor, a rear and front wall, and a ceiling. The housing accommodates the shaft and panels of the shutter itself. It has a shutter exit extending along its floor in alignment with guide channels in the positioning strips. The shutter also consists of the paneled shutter itself, which is accommodated in the housing. To facilitate both installation of an exterior roll-up shutter of the same overall type and replacement of the paneled shutter itself, each positioning strip, which consists of a length of section with a shutter offset that is accessible from inside the window aperture, has an accommodation that extends along the whole strip. The accommodation is accessible from the weather side.

Abstract: An adjustable valance canopy bracket to be secured to a wall and support a valance canopy spaced therefrom. The bracket includes a wall engaging plate, a variable length elongate support member and a valance engaging plate. The support member is pivotally coupled to both the wall engaging plate and the valance engaging plate. By varying the angulation of the support member to each of the plates and by varying the length of the support member, the valance may be adjusted to a plurality of positions after the wall engaging plate has been affixed to the wall.

Abstract: A universal valance assembly is disclosed. In one embodiment, the valance assembly is mountable on headrails of inverted channel cross-section, such as is commonly used for hanging vertical blinds. In another embodiment, the valance assembly is mountable on a headrail of channel cross-section, such as is used for hanging horizontal blinds of varying width. In either case, the valance assembly comprises a groover face element for holding decorative material, and groover return elements which are mounted at opposite ends of the groover face elements by means of corners which join the groover elements at substantially right angles. In the case of headrails of inverted channel cross-section, the assembled groover elements, making up the valance assembly, are mounted on the headrail with one or more groover-receiving brackets, provided with rearwardly-extending arms and a clip mounted adjacent a remote end of the rearwardly-extending arm for engaging exterior grooves defined in the walls of the headrail.

Abstract: A window cornice assembly including two spaced cornice terminals, two shade retaining brackets, and a tapestry cover assembly including a replaceable spring-loaded cartridge and a tapestry cover. The tapestry cover is an elongated sheet of material having two ends. The first end is attached to the spring-loaded cartridge and can be rolled up around the cartridge. The second, or free, end includes a fastening member. One of the cornice terminals includes brackets for rotatably receiving the spring-loaded cartridge. The other cornice terminal includes a receiving member to which the fastening member can be attached. The cartridge is inserted in the brackets and the tapestry cover pulled around the terminals until the fastening member is attached to the receiving member. The cartridge is easily removable from the brackets so that different cartridges containing different designs can be substituted as desired. The shade retaining brackets are attached to each terminal.

Abstract: A structural assembly, more particularly for a shower partition, comprising a sectional rail having, in one of its outer surfaces, an undercut first channel of which the sides form two lateral grooves. Inserted into this channel, is a facing panel, a resilient connecting element being provided for retention and engagement in the grooves. In order to obtain a structural assembly of small depth, together with reliable and rapid attachment, the facing panel is provided with a longitudinal second channel extending in the direction of its longitudinal axis and undercut along the channel sides to form grooves. The connecting element is arranged at least partly in the second groove where it is held by the undercut second grooves. The connecting element has a lateral projection which extends into one of the first grooves of the sectional rail. Projecting into the other groove of the sectional rail is either a shoulder of the facing panel or a second lateral projection of the connecting element.

Abstract: A valance comprising a support for at least one elongated strip on the front side of an upwardly opening, channel-shaped headrail for a venetian blind. The support includes a U-shaped clip having downwardly extending front and rear arms and a generally horizontal flange projecting forwardly and upwardly from the front arm. A relatively flat strip holder has a horizontal slot in the rear side thereof, the flange on the clip being receivable into and releasably held within the slot. The strip holder has two or more hook elements extending from the front side thereof which engage the lateral edges of at least one elongated strip to support the strip. Cooperating means on the clip and holder oppose relative movement thereof in the horizontal direction parallel with the headrail.

Abstract: A holder or clip for supporting a valance in front or around a venetian blind head, with a flat sheet metal body having prongs for holding the valance and having tabs or an especially shaped body portion for connection to the blind head.

Abstract: A horizontal venetian blind and a valance bracket therefor, in which the bracket is formed as a unitary structure formed in one single piece, and including a main body dimensioned to bridge the gap between the rims at the top of the front and rear walls of the headrail of the blind, an end portion at one end of the body overlying one of the rims. One or more tongues are cantilevered from the body at a location spaced from the one end, the tongues being located below and extending away from the body at an acute angle thereto, either sideways or downwardly, and being resiliently engageable on the one rim of the blind. An abutment member extends downwardly from the body and has an inclined surface which lockingly engages under the other rim of the headrail and is urged thereagainst by the resilient interaction between the rim and the tongue or tongues. The valance support member is connected to the main body to depend in front of the headrail when the bracket is mounted thereon.