A portiere rod is a pole that fits to the door. On the hinge side of the door you install the hinge end of the portiere. The other portiere bracket fits to the door itself.
What is a rising portiere curtain rod?
As the door opens the portiere rod swings with it. A rising portiere is a very clever piece of engineering, the hinged door bracket causes the portiere to rise as it swings and lift the curtain out of the way. This means you can make your curtain a little more generous to sit on the floor for better draughtproofing.
What are lightweight portieres used for?
Lighter weight portieres would be used during the warmer months. Some actually incorporated the use of an elaborate cord and pulley system for opening and closing. The purpose of keeping out drafts during the winter soon became a lesser priority as the fashion of using portieres exploded.
How do you install a rising portiere?
On the hinge side of the door you install the hinge end of the portiere. The other portiere bracket fits to the door itself. As the door opens the portiere rod swings with it. A rising portiere is a very clever piece of engineering, the hinged door bracket causes the portiere to rise as it swings and lift the curtain out of the way.
