pelmet
Sign in to savethumb|right|Formal interior with timber pelmets from which the curtains and swags are hung thumb|right|External decorative pelmets fitted within a brick and stone window opening thumb|right|A pelmet in Toulouse A pelmet (also called a "cornice board") is a framework placed above a window, used to conceal curtain fixtures. These can be used decoratively (to hide the curtain rod) and help insulate the window by preventing convection currents. It is similar in appearance to a valance, which performs the same function but is made of fabric. A pelmet can be made of plywood, and may be painted, or f
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It is catalogued under the topic Architectural elements.
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thumb|right|Formal interior with timber pelmets from which the curtains and swags are hung thumb|right|External decorative pelmets fitted within a brick and stone window opening thumb|right|A pelmet in Toulouse A pelmet (also called a "cornice board") is a framework placed above a window, used to conceal curtain fixtures. These can be used decoratively (to hide the curtain rod) and help insulate the window by preventing convection currents. It is similar in appearance to a valance, which performs the same function but is made of fabric. A pelmet can be made of plywood, and may be painted, or fabric covered.
In kitchen design, a "light pelmet" or "light rail" is placed under cabinets to hide lighting.
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