What are the different types of pleated drapes?
Drapery Pleat Styles
- Flat Drapery Pleat. The Flat Drapery Pleat is the simplest pleat style.
- French Drapery Pleat (also Known as a “Pinch Pleat”)
- Parisian Drapery Pleat.
- Cartridge Drapery Pleat.
- Inverted Pleat.
- 8-Inch Inverted Drapery Pleat.
- Grommet Pleat.
- Rod-Pocket.
What is a Parisian pleat?
A Parisian Pleat also known as the Euro Pleat is quickly becoming a popular choice with our clients since it has a more modern sleek looking finish. Similar in style to the French, the Parisian is simply pinched at the very top. The Parisian pleated headers allow drapes to flow with elegant ease.
How far apart should French pleats be?
Standard spacing is 5 pleats per 54” fabric width, however can be adjusted to accommodate different fullness levels.
How do you space Pleateds on drapes?
Spaces between the pleats should be 3 1/2 to 4 inches (8.9 to 10.2 cm) and each pleat will use 4 1/2 to 6 inches (11.5 to 15.2 cm) of fabric.
How do you calculate French pleats?
Multiply the number of widths by the cutting length. In the example, the width of 188 inches divided by 54 inches equals approximately 3.5 widths. Multiply 3.5 by the cutting length to give you the amount of fabric in inches. Divide this value in inches by 36 inches to calculate the yardage.
Do people still puddle curtains?
Puddled drapes can add just as much grandeur and drama to your home today. Depending on what fabric and style you choose, puddled drapes can give make a space feel more formal or casual. Go with velvet, silk and heavy weight fabrics for a fancy look, and linen or other gauzy fabrics if you want a relaxed vibe.
What is a Europleat?
A Euro pleat curtain has pleats that are pinched at the top, but open on the bottom. Like with a pinch pleat, you can have a double or triple Euro pleat (I wanted a triple Euro pleat).