what is pencil pleat curtains

Pencil pleat curtains are a type of curtain header style that features tightly gathered folds of fabric that resemble a line of pencils. The header tape used for pencil pleat curtains is 7.5 cm (3") and has three hook positions to suit all types of tracks and poles. The curtains are supplied un-pulled for you to gather to the required width. Pencil pleat curtains can be hung from either curtain poles or curtain tracks and come in two depths to suit different scale rooms. They are the traditional standard heading for curtains and valances. Pencil pleat curtains are lined as standard, and you can choose a thermal lining for added cosiness or a blackout lining for a darker room. They are ideal for creating a relaxed and easy finish at your window.