- How do I measure for custom pinch pleat drapes?
- Measure the rod width and the drop from the rod to where you want the hem, then decide on fullness. Pinch pleat panels are usually ordered at about two to two and a half times the rod width. The Shade Store takes your measurements when you order.
- Double or triple pleat: which should I pick?
- Triple pleats give a fuller, more formal heading and suit tall windows and heavy rooms. Double pleats are lighter and less expensive-looking in a good way, and work well in smaller rooms.
- Do these drapes need a special rod?
- Yes. Pinch pleat panels hang from rings or a track with hooks, so you need a rod sturdy enough for the fabric weight. A basic pocket rod will not hold the pleats correctly.
- Can I use them in a bedroom?
- Yes, but choose a lining if you need room darkening or privacy. The faux silk face alone filters light rather than blocking it.
- How do they compare with ready-made curtains?
- They fit your window exactly and hold a sharper pleat than most ready-made panels. The trade-off is a made-to-order wait and no returns on custom sizes.
- What is included with a custom order?
- You get the sewn panels to your measurements; rods, rings and hooks are ordered separately. Confirm the heading and lining choices when you order.
- Where is the The Shade Store Custom Double or Triple Pinch Pleat Drapery cheapest?
- At The Shade Store, for $835.00, as of our latest check.
