The curtain guide
The detail that
shapes the finish.
From relaxed pencil pleats to tailored hand-sewn headings, the right choice changes how your curtains hang and how they feel in the room.
Choosing your heading
Made to suit
your window.
We will help you consider your chosen fabric, pole or track, the proportions of the window and whether you prefer a softer or more structured finish.
Heading styles
Find the look
that feels right.
Each heading creates a different rhythm, fullness and character. Explore the options below, then talk to us about what will work best in your home.
Cartridge tape heading
- Modern and simple
- Machined tape heading
- Can be used on tracks and poles
- Provides good ‘stack back’ for when space is limited
- Basic curtain making cost (£)
Eyelet heading
- Modern individual pleats
- Professionally stamped eyelets
- Can only be used on a pole
- Choice of eyelet colours available
- One of the more expensive heading types (£££)
Hand sewn cartridge heading
- Modern and simple
- Hand sewn individual pleats
- Can be used on tracks and poles
- Provides good ‘stack back’ for when space is limited
- More expensive than the taped version but a better solution for some fabrics and situations (££)
Hand sewn double pleat heading
- Traditional and classic
- Hand sewn double pinch pleat heading
- Can be used on tracks and poles
- Mid to higher range making costs (££)
Hand sewn triple pleat heading
- Traditional and classic
- Hand sewn triple pinch pleat
- Can be used on tracks and poles
- Mid to higher priced making costs (£££)
Pencil Pleat
- Classic and simple
- Machined tape heading
- Can be used on tracks and poles
- Basic curtain making cost (£)
Wave heading
- Modern continuous wave of pleats
- Machined tape heading
- Can only be used on specific wave tracks
- Mid to higher range making costs (££/£££)
A considered choice
Fabric, heading
and hardware.
The most successful curtains are designed as a complete composition. We consider the weight and pattern of your fabric alongside the heading, lining, pole or track so every element works together.
Our service includes advice, accurate measuring, making in our Honiton workshop, professional fitting and final dressing in your home.
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