How to choose curtain headers
| Pencil Pleat» | Double Pinch Pleat» |
| Double Tailored Pleat» | Triple Pinch Pleat» |
| Triple Tailored Pleat» | Inverted/Box Pleat» |
| Eyelet/Grommet» | Tab Top» |
| Back Tab» | Rod Pocket/Slot Top» |
| Wave Ripple Fold Curtain» |
Header is the way the top of the curtain attaches to the poles or track. There are different headers you can choose for your curtains and all depend on your preference or the type of pole or track you are using. The type of header you choose can sometimes effect the curtain’s look (to achieve a contemporary or a traditional style) and cost (some headers require more fabric and complicate processes than others).
Pencil Pleat Curtain A pencil pleat header creates a simple and tidy feel. It can be hung onto both curtain track and pole system. Tips: This curtain style is perfect for a room with large glass windows or doors. To keep a neat and luxury look, you may hold the curtain stacks with the curtain tiebacks. If you prefer the neat slim folds, please don’t choose very heavy fabrics. Our pencil pleat curtains are 2.0X gather. You can adjust your desired gather by yourself. Check more detail for 1.5X Gather, 3.0X Gather, 4.0X Gather pencil pleat curtains. Important: How to Measure |
Double Pinch Pleat Curtain
Double pinch pleat curtain offers a very formal and elegant header. The pleat is in a "V" shape. Tips: It is very similar to triple pinch pleat header, but requires less fabric. It's suitable for both curtain track and pole system. Important: How to Measure |
Double Tailored Pleat Curtain Double tailored pleat curtain, also known as euro pleat or French pleat curtains. They have the similar functionality and characteristics as double pinch pleat curtains, with the distinction that the pleats are secured at the very top of the header. Tips: It is very similar to triple tailored pleat header, but requires less fabric. It is suitable for both curtain tracks and pole systems, making it an ideal choice for contemporary and traditional interiors. Important: How to Measure |
Triple Pinch Pleat Curtain
Triple pinch pleat curtain creates a quite formal dressing. The triple pleat is in a fan shape. Tips: Important: How to Measure |
Triple Tailored Pleat Curtain
Triple tailored pleat curtain creates a simple yet stunning look with its triple pleat folds resembling a beautiful waterfall. Tips: Important: How to Measure |
| Eyelet Curtain Inverted / Box Pleat Curtain
Box pleat curtains add a classic and elegant style to your interior. These curtains feature evenly spaced pleats that create a neat and crisp appearance, making them an ideal choice for formal spaces such as living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms. Tips: Box pleat curtains can be hung from both a curtain track and a pole system. The curtain is 2.0x Gather. They offer a more tailored and structured look that complements both modern and traditional interior designs. Important: How to Measure |
Eyelet/Grommet Curtain
Eyelet curtain creates a contemporary look with large, even and naturally soft folds. Tips: Pole system only. It's suitable for both lighter and heavier weight fabrics. 1.5x Gather Eyelet Curtain doesn’t require fabric too much. The curtain style is great for showing off prints or patterns. Important: How to Measure |
Tab Top Curtain
Tap Top curtain gives a modern, informal and romantic feel. Tips: Pole system only. It is suitable a sheer, billowy fabric or voile. Important: How to Measure |
Back Tab Curtain
Back Tab curtains create a neat and seamless look from top to bottom. They are perfect for both modern and traditional interiors. Tips: Pole system only. Please notice that opening and closing tabbed curtains is a bit more difficult than with rings. Important: How to Measure |
Wave Curtain / S Fold
S Fold / Wave curtain creates fluid waves of the fabric. It is neat and stylish. It can be hung onto both wave curtain track or wave curtain pole system. Tips: Wave track only. It is works well with large windows and high ceiling with minimised curtain stack. It makes your windows feel taller and wider than they are. It moves effortlessly and quickly. It works in both contemporary and traditional interiors. Important: How to Measure |
Rod Pocket/Slot Top Curtain
Rod pocket curtains in Smarties Collection（Project Photo: 6X Fullness) Tips: With no visible rods and rails, the rod pocket sheer curtains create a glamorous effect and bring in natural light and colours. It's suitable for rod, rail, pole, curtain wire. Important: How to Measure |
Please choose a header style to match your fitting system.
| Standard Track/Pole With Rings Pencil pleat curtain Double pinch pleat Triple pinch pleat Inverted/Box pleat curtain Wave track/rail Wave curtain/S fold curtain/Ripple fold curtain |
Pole Eyelet/Grommet curtain Double pinch pleat Triple pinch pleat curtain Tab top/Slot top curtain (not open and close the curtain often) Rod Pocket curtain (not open and close the curtain often) |
| Extendable tension rod Lightweight curtains, e.g., rod pocket voile curtain, tab top voile curtain |
| Net curtain wire Rod pocket voile curtain. The window recess is too wide or can’t find a suitable tension rod. |
| For a Sash window Flat rod pocket panel (1.0 fullness) Please email your window size to info@voilavoile.com for a quote. |
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