Curtain Heading Styles Brisbane Complete Guide

Pinch Pleat Heading

Pinch pleat is the traditional choice. Groups of fabric are pinched together creating regular pleats. The pleats create controlled fullness and elegant folds. Double pinch uses two folds per pleat. Triple pinch uses three for more fullness.

This style suits formal and traditional interiors. Works on tracks or decorative rods. Can be motorised. Cost is moderate to high due to hand-finishing.

S-Fold or Wave Heading

S-fold creates smooth, continuous waves along the entire curtain. Modern and minimalist appearance. The waves are uniform and elegant. Requires a specific track system that cannot be used with rods.

Perfect for contemporary Brisbane homes. Stacks very compactly when open. Integrates seamlessly with motorisation. Higher cost due to specialised track and precise manufacturing.

Eyelet Heading

Metal rings are set into the fabric. The rod passes through the rings. Creates bold, even folds. Simple to operate by hand. Cannot be motorised easily.

Suits casual and contemporary spaces. The rings are a visible design feature. Choose finishes that match your decor. Moderate cost. Works only with rods, not tracks.

Pencil Pleat Heading

Many small pleats gathered with a drawstring. Creates soft, full gathers. Traditional style that suits most interiors. Works on tracks or rods. Lower cost option.

Good for sheer curtains and lightweight fabrics. Less structured than pinch pleat. Easy to adjust fullness with the drawstring.

Tab Top Heading

Fabric loops along the top thread onto a rod. Creates a relaxed, casual look. The tabs are visible features. The curtain hangs in soft folds between tabs.

Suits coastal and country style Brisbane homes. Easy to slide by hand. Cannot be motorised. Lower cost. Works only with rods.

Common Questions

Which heading style is best?

No single best option. Choose based on your interior style and budget. S-fold suits modern homes. Pinch pleat suits traditional. Eyelet suits casual contemporary. Consider appearance, operation, and cost.

Can I change heading style later?

Not easily. The heading is built into the curtain construction. Changing means new curtains. Choose carefully initially.

When to Call a Professional

Professional curtain makers explain heading options with samples. They recommend styles suited to your home and help you choose confidently.

Atlas Blind & Curtain offers all heading styles including Pinch Pleat Curtains across Brisbane, Ipswich, and Logan.