What is Fabric and GSM?

Polyester, cotton, linen blends, velvet; weight in GSM.

Short answer

Under 150 GSM polyester ripples in the fan breeze and fades within one summer.

Fabric and GSM when buying a curtains & blinds

Polyester, cotton, linen blends, velvet; weight in GSM.

Why it matters: Heavier fabric drapes better, insulates against heat and muffles sound. Cotton and linen breathe but crease.

Look for: Under 150 GSM polyester ripples in the fan breeze and fades within one summer.

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