“A window unfurnished is a window unfinished.”
Curtains can completely transform an interior space, adding impact, privacy and comfort. It’s an age old saying that a window unfurnished is a window unfinished.
When designing custom made curtains there are a lot of decisions to be made throughout the process.
Once you have specified the fabric it is time to choose the heading.
Let’s look at the most popular headings.
Inverted / Reverse pleat or Box pleat.
Single reverse Pleat
A classic style that creates a tailored, elegant look. Flat uniformed folds make it suited to most fabrics except perhaps geometrics, as the pleating can disrupt the pattern match.
A great heading style when using a standard width fabric as joins can be hidden into the fold of the pleat.
Wave fold heading or S fold.
Modern and contemporary. Creates a simple clean line. The fabric is evenly distributed in a symmetrical Wave formation.
Structured fabrics particularly suit this heading by maintaining stable formation as opposed to some natural fibres that may fall in a more relaxed manner.
Single (pinch) pleat or New York pleat.
Single forward pleat
A modern aesthetic with an economical use of fabric. Ideal for small spaces and has a neat stack.
Suits for all fabrics particularly heavy, bulky fabrics.
Double (pinch) pleat or Dutch pleat.
Double pleat
A Versatile and more traditional look with a neat stack and fuller overall look.
Great draping qualities and soft structure.
Triple (pinch) pleat or French pleat.
This is the most traditional and formal of all the heading styles. Creates a sumptuous and full drape best suited to expansive rooms.
Requires more fabric than other styles and will have a full stack.
Pencil (pinch) pleat or Gathered heading.
Small pencil sized pleats that create a tightly gathered header. Can be gathered to a desired fullness.
It is recommended to avoid very heavy or bulky fabrics as these can disrupt the even distribution of the gathering.
Call into the Frazerhurst and Weathermaster® showroom at 146 Lower Dent Street for advice on completing your interiors.
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