Pinch Pleat Drapes

Posted by MichealH Alexander on January 18th, 2020

A popular and classic style for a casual and relaxed setting. A smarter alternative to other traditional styles such as the gathered pleat.

Each curtain has small folds at the top that are gathered closely together to resemble a row of pencils laid side by side. They are created by pulling the cords on the heading tape and winding them around a cord tidy to keep the pleats in place. Pencil pleats offer a highly adjustable option as cords can be pulled to achieve the desired gather and curtain width. Pinch Pleat Drapes

A simple and versatile curtain heading that can be gathered to suit a range of track widths. Best used for decorative drapes that are not shut often as these may not glide along the rod easily. Also called tailored curtains for their tailored straight look.

A pocket is sewn across the top of the curtain panel through which the curtain rod is inserted. A variation to the simple rod pocket style is rod pocket with a two inch 'header' on top. The header ruches above the pole giving the drapery a slighly more feminine and country look. Length of rod pocket and header (where applicable) is included in curtain length. Pinch Pleat Curtains

Probably the most minimalist drapery on offer, flat panel top curtains are simply drapery panels hemmed on all four sides with a heading tape sewn on top in the back. The 'interest' factor for this style lies not in how these are constructed but in how they are mounted on a track or pole. Flat panels can be either hung with drapery pins and rings, or with curtain clips and hooks. Both mechanisms allow for easy functionality and gentle round pleats. Fullness/pleat density is determined by how closely the pins or hooks are placed on the top edge. Smacking of chic minimalism, these are an extremely popular choice for modern, scandinavian-inspired decor - especially in apartments and smaller houses.