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What are Pencil Pleat Curtains?

Pencil Pleat curtains are tightly gathered and are perfect for casual rooms.

"Pencil Pleat" is a type of heading for curtains. The fabric is tightly gathered to create a cylindrical heading that looks similar to a box of pencils. Pencil Pleat can be hung from both a pole or a track, and we offer them in a standard 3-inch or a deep 6-inch option.

Benefits of Pencil Pleat Curtains

• Pencil Pleat offers a casual yet stylish look - perfect for informal rooms and interiors
• Pencil Pleat comes in two different depths for different sized rooms and windows
• Pencil Pleat can be hung from both a track or a pole
• Pencil Pleat curtains can be matched with interlining, creating a full and luxurious look

You can match pencil pleat curtains with a blackout or thermal lining to help reduce heat loss in your home. Blackout lining will help to keep your room dark - perfect if you live next to street lights or if your rooms face east/west. Thermal lining will help to keep your room warm during the winter and cool in summer.