Please read this style guide for useful for information on heading choices for your curtains. You can go through our guide for choosing which heading style will work best in your room. They are in order of price with pencil pleat curtains being the lowest cost followed by eyelets, pinch pleats and finally goblet.
The Direct Fabrics' Curtain Heading Styles Guide serves as an invaluable resource for anyone looking to enhance their home with the perfect curtains. It meticulously outlines the different types of curtain headings available, providing insights into how each style can impact the overall look and feel of a room. From traditional pleats to modern eyelets, this guide equips you with the knowledge to make an informed decision based on your aesthetic preference, window type, and budget, ensuring that your curtains not only look great but function beautifully as well.
Pencil Pleat Heading
Pencil pleat is the traditional style of curtain heading that is a used in most windows and gives a lovely finish. You have the flexibility from the stitched in curtain tape which allows you to alter the height above your track and pole.
Eyelet Curtains Heading
A modern finish which the pole slots through the curtains, this means you can a lovely feature of your pole with a contrast of the metal against the curtain fabric.
2 Options Available
Pinch Pleat Curtain Heading
The Triple Pinch Pleat Heading is a classic, elegant curtain style characterized by three pinched pleats at the top of the curtain fabric, evenly spaced and sewn together to create a refined, decorative finish. This type of heading is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to any room, offering a tailored look that suits both traditional and modern interiors. It's suitable for a variety of fabrics and can be hung on curtain tracks or poles, providing versatility in design and installation.
Wave Curtain Heading
Modern and elegant curtain heading either in a 60mm deep pleat or 80mm. The Wave Curtain Heading is designed to create a smooth, continuous wave effect that offers a modern and minimalist aesthetic. This style uses a special track or pole to achieve uniform soft folds, providing a sleek and elegant look that is particularly well-suited for contemporary interiors. The wave heading ensures that curtains hang beautifully with a consistent finish, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a stylish and understated window dressing.
Stage Curtain Heading Options
These are for heavy duty curtains and are used with large tracks. The tietops are simple to put up and adjust if you are wanting some flexibility or using with Pipe and Drape Systems. Also available are Dog clips that can clip onto each glider and are strong and robust. Billet hooks which are a strong plastic self closing clip that clips through the glider
