Eyelet curtains
A contemporary heading that provides large, even curtain pleats
Pinch pleat curtains are a highly decorative heading, drawing together lots of fabric into a tightly gathered and stitched bunch at the top. They look great in all kinds of interiors, from chic or formal environments to relaxed settings. Because of the depth of the folds, pinch pleat curtains bring out the best of a bold pattern or a rich material.
Consider pinch pleat curtains for living rooms, dining rooms and bedrooms. The most important thing is to make sure they suit the whole of your décor.
'Pinch pleat' refers to the header of the curtain. The permanently sewn-in pleats make for a smart finish, with elegant folds flowing from top to bottom. You can have pinch pleat curtains with either a pole or a track.
Double pleat curtains have a double fold at the top to create a double pleat, and triple pleat curtains have a triple fold. Double pleats are a good choice for patterned fabrics as less of the pattern is gathered into the fold.
Windows are responsible for up to 20% of a home's heat loss, but you can cosy up and reduce this heat loss with our curtains. They are lined as standard, which helps to improve the energy efficiency of your home and provide an insulating barrier that stops heat escaping for a warmer environment.
Go a step further and choose a thermal or blackout lining for added cosiness - you'll reduce heat loss through your windows by 14%. For even more warmth, pair thermal linings with naturally thicker curtain fabrics like velvet and improve the thermal qualities of your curtains even further.
Opt for a blackout lining to help to reduce light coming into your room, and increase the chances that you’ll get a better night's sleep.
Blackout linings have thermal properties, so can help your room feel snug and cosy. For daytime privacy, that still allows plenty of light into a room, layer blackout curtains over sheer blinds or voile curtains.
Don’t worry about this surprisingly tricky job - your local advisor will do it all for you. And if you choose one of our curtain tracks and poles, they will fit that for you too for a perfect finish, first time.
You can choose a curtain pole in a wooden, metallic and painted finish to coordinate with your décor. In this case pinch pleat Huxley Dove curtains are hung from a white pole. As the curtains are made-to-measure every curtain ring will precisely coincide with each pleat for a stunning finish. Alternatively, select a discreet curtain track so that all eyes will be on your gorgeous curtain fabric.
Explore our other curtain header types and find the style that's best for you.