CURTARRA curtain header style CURTARRA curtain header style

Guidance on Curtain Header Style

Curtain header styles define the space. Before picking out a curtain header, walk through the details of different styles.

Check out the stylish Curtarra header style options in our Measurement Tool to get a visual insight into the look and size.

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CURTARRA curtain header style grommet eyelet

Grommet

Overview

  • Classy & crisp look. Hottest for contemporary settings.

Specification

  • Grommet Size: I/D: 1.6"; O/D: 2.2". Fitting rods less than 1.5".
  • Colors: Silver, black, bronze, and gold.
  • Even number of grommets for uniform folds.

Measurement

  • Fold depth: 6 1/2"; panel projection from wall: 3 1/4"; fabric height above grommets: 1.2". Remember to add 1.2" when measuring the total length.

Additional Notes

  • No clips or rings needed.
  • Smallest stack back (about 1/8).
  • Recommended fullness: 1.5-2.5x.
  • Works with curtain rods, not tracks.

CURTARRA curtain header style pocket

Rod Pocket

Overview

  • Perfect fit for a tailored look. Lined on top.

Specification

  • Pocket Size: 2.8 "H; Ruffled Top: 1.2" H; Overall: 4" H. Fitting rods less than 1.78" in diameter.

Measurement

  • Add a 1.2" ruffled top in length. If you prefer no top, specify while checking out: 4" pocket only, no top. 

Custom Options

  • Bigger pockets are available. Double pocket for a French door available. Please specify what you want while checking out.

Additional Notes

  • Compatible with curtain rods while not with tracks. 
  • Designed for a flat/pleated look. Can be hung flat (1x fullness) or pleated(1.5-2.5x fullness).
  • Not recommended for heavy or long curtains that open frequently.
CURTARRA curtain header style pinch pleat

Pinch Pleat

Overview

  • A statement-making piece for a formal and elegant look. 

Specification

  • Pinch Pleat-Double: 2 folds, 2x inbuilt fullness; Pinch Pleat-Triple: 3 folds, 2.5x inbuilt fullness.
  • Pleat Spacing: 5"; Return/Overlap: 2.5"; Gathered Pleats: 4" below top.

Measurement

  • To determine the number of pleats you'll need, divide the panel width by the 5" spacing plus 1.
  • The ring is approximately 2 inches in diameter, so measure from 2 inches below the rod top for the panel length.

Custom Options

  • Need single pleat or other pleat spacing? Start a live chat or email support@curtarra.com.

Additional Notes

  • FREE white adjustable hooks included.
  • Fit for rods and tracks. Pair them with clips or rings.
  • Rod, track, ring, and clip should be ordered separately.
  • Stack back width roughly accounts for 1/5 of drapery width. 
CURTARRA curtain header style euro pleat

Euro Pleat

Overview

  • Apparently, elegant option. A marriage of both vintage and contemporary take.

Specification

  • Euro Pleat-Double: 2 folds, 2x inbuilt fullness; Euro Pleat-Triple: 3 folds, 2.5x inbuilt fullness.
  • Gathered Pleats: 1/4" below the top; Pleat Spacing: 5".

Measurement

  • To figure out how many pleats will be, divide the panel width by the 5" spacing and add an extra 1.

Custom Options

  • If you have a pleat space preference, speak with us via LiveChat for an adjusted quote.

Additional Notes

  • Fit for rods and tracks. Pair them with clips or rings.
  • The stack back width will be 1/5 of the drapery width.
  • Rod, track, ring, and clip should be ordered separately.
  • Come along with adjustable hooks, wrapped around already.

curtarra custom made pencil pleat curtains

Pencil Pleat

Overview

  • The traditional style comes from tightly gathered, semi-formal folds.

Specification

  • Pencil Pleat: 2x inbuilt fullness.
  • Pleat Height: 3 1/2".

Measurement

  • To figure out how many hooks will be, divide the panel width by the 3" spacing and add an extra 1.
  • Measure from the ring hole to the floor. About 2" from the rod top.

Custom Options

  • If you have a fullness preference, speak with us via LiveChat for an adjusted quote.

Additional Notes

  • Fit for rods and tracks. Pair them with rings or runners.
  • The stack back width will be 1/5 of the drapery width.
  • Rod, track, and ring should be ordered separately.
  • Come along with hooks.

curtain header style back tab

Back Tab

Overview

  • Hidden tabs at the back. Softening instantly.

Specification

  • Tab Size: 4 " H * 1.5 " W
  • Tabbed Per 6" Width.
  • The 4" tab fits rods less than 2" in diameter. For rods thicker than 2.5, you may not be able to slide smoothly.

Measurement

  • The panel length is measured from the top of the rod to the floor.

Designer Tips

  • Style with rods or go with clips and rings to attach to rods.

Additional Notes

  • Not easy to open and close. Ideal for lightweight curtains.
  • To add fullness, multiply by 1-2x width for folds.

This blog goes into detail about the back tab top, you can read it here.

CURTARRA curtain header style falt panle

Flat Panel

Overview

  • Functional design for versatile uses. Modern flair.

Specification

Made of 4-in-1 tape on the back, creating 4 hanging looks:            

  • Flat Hooks - hooks go through the tape to attach to the rod/track (Hooks included. A hook placed per 5" space.)
  • Flat Panel- clip the panel top with clips (rings & clips NOT included)
  • Back Tab - rod going through the tape
  • Pencil Pleat - tension the cords, allowing hooks to thread (hooks included)

Measurement

  • Measure as per how you hang them. Mainly the coverage area for each panel.

Designer Tips

  • Working with rods alone or rods with clip rings, rings, and hooks. Tracks with carriers for hooks also fit.

Additional Notes

  • Please multiply by 1.5-2.5x width to add extra fullness for a fold look.
  • FREE metal hooks are included. Rings or clips are NOT.
  • Rings and clips should be ordered separately.

This blog goes into detail about the 4 hanging options, you can read it here.

curtain header style tab top

Tab Top

Overview

  • Character for casual charm. Meant for both rustic & transitional styles.

Specification

  • Size: 4" H * 1.57" W
  • Tabbed Per 6" Width.
  • The 4" tab fits rods less than 2" in diameter. For rods thicker than 2.5, you may not be able to slide smoothly.

Measurement

  • Measure the panel length from the rod top to the floor.

Designer Tips

  • Well suited for sheer curtains. Be sure to pair it with rods. 
  • Designed to style with curtains that don't open or close often.

Additional Notes

  • The 4" height tab is included in the panel length.
  • To add fullness, multiply by 1.5-2 width for folds.
CURTARRA curtain header style ripple fold

Ripple Fold

Overview

  • The most wavy look ever. The S-curves will stay in shape, always.

Specification

  • Available in 3 different snap spaces: 4 1/4", 5", and 5 7/10". The 5" space tape is the hottest pick.
  • Runner Spacing: 2.36".
  • Fullness: snap space/runner space. Check the details below:

Snap space of tape: 4 1/4 inches(107mm), Fullness: 1.8X for about 80% , Depth: 3.5 inches
Snap space of tape: 5 inches(125mm), Fullness: 2.1X for about 110%*, Depth: 4.5 inches
Snap space of tape: 5 7/10 inches(145mm), Fullness: 2.4X for about 140%, Depth: 5.5 inches

*:Mostly used

Measurement

  • We use the 2.36-inch runner and 5-inch tape by default, creating 2.1x fullness, and fit 80% of tracks that are 3/4" in diameter.
  • The panel width should equal the track width/panel quantity. (flat panel width is about 2.1 times the panel width)
  • The panel length is measured from the track bottom to the floor.

Additional Notes

  • If you have your track and runner system already, please get in touch with us via support@curtarra.com to make sure that our tape matches your system. Images will be a big help to understand your hardware system. So do the runner numbers. (aka carriers).
  • Buckle tape matches buckle runner (aka carrier).
  • Button tape matches button runner (aka carrier).

Special Header Style Needs

If you need other header styles like Goblet Pleat, Inverted Box Pleat, Single Pleat, or special needs like bed canopy and valance, contact us via support@curtarra.com, and we will speak with you ASAP.

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Header Style Match Rod or Track Guide

Various types of curtain rods and tracks
Header Style Rod Rod & Ring Rod & Ring & Clip Traverse Rod Motorized Track Track Traverse Track Curve Track Divider Track Ripple Fold Traverse Rod Ripple Fold Track
Grommet
Flat Panel
Top Tab
Ripple Fold
Pinch Pleat-Double
Pinch Pleat-Triple
Euro Pleat-Double
Euro Pleat-Triple
Pencil Pleat