What is cartridge pleat drapery?

Cartridge pleat curtains create a simple style. They are made by shaping a single fold at the top of the curtain and filling it with a tight roll of interlining. This gives a rounded finish to the cartridge pleat. Unlike triple pleats or double pleats, they are not pinched at the bottom.

What is cartridge pleating?

: one of a series of small rounded standaway folds of cloth so stitched to a foundation cloth as to resemble the webbing for cartridges on a cartridge belt and used decoratively (as on clothes or curtains)

What is a Parisian pleat?

Parisian Pleat A Parisian Pleat also known as the Euro Pleat is quickly becoming a popular choice with our clients since it has a more modern sleek looking finish. Similar in style to the French, the Parisian is simply pinched at the very top. The Parisian pleated headers allow drapes to flow with elegant ease.

How are cartridge pleats measured?

A little experimentation on your part is necessary.

  1. Decide on your pleat depth.
  2. Multiply your pleat depth by 2.
  3. Multiply this number by the number of pleats per inch.
  4. Multiply this number by the measurement of whichever body part the garment is going to go around (waist, neck, etc.).
  5. Divide this number by 36.

What are Euro pleats?

A Euro pleat curtain has pleats that are pinched at the top, but open on the bottom. Like with a pinch pleat, you can have a double or triple Euro pleat (I wanted a triple Euro pleat).

What are the different types of pleated drapes?

What are The 15 Different Types of Drapery Pleats?

  • The Goblet Pleat.
  • The Pinch Pleat.
  • The Parisian Drapery Pleat.
  • The Ripple Fold Pleat.
  • The Cartridge Drapery Pleat.
  • The Pencil Pleat.
  • The Flemish Pleat.
  • The Box Pleat.

What does a Euro pleat look like?

When a pleat is made by making two folds at the top of the hem, it is called Euro double pinch pleats. The pleats appear like an inverted V. The controlled gather lends a more contemporary look making it a strong candidate for modern house designs.