What are the different types of curtains for your home? Here are the seven most popular curtain styles:

Pinch pleat (or tailored pleat) curtains
Box pleat curtains
Goblet pleat curtains
Pencil pleat curtains
Eyelet (grommet) curtains
Rod-pocket curtains
Tab-top curtains
Curtains vary in length, fabric and color. It’s also important to compare curtain styles and curtain pleat styles when shopping for your window treatments.

The structure of the pleats affects how the curtains hang on a rod, or how they fall or drape across your windows. Different curtain styles also serve unique functions. Some curtains help with blocking out sunlight while others are just for decoration. You’ll want to assess your household and décor needs beforehand to make sure you’re buying the right curtains.

Different Types of Curtains
Top row, L to R: pinch pleat (source), box pleat (source), goblet pleat (source)
Bottom row, L to R: pencil pleat (source), eyelet (source), rod-pocket (source), tab-top (source)
Let’s take a deep dive into each of these curtain types.

Pleated Curtains
If you’re going for a style that’s traditional or formal, pleated curtains are your best bet. These curtains are typically made with thicker and heavier fabrics.

You should select the type of pleat based on the look you want to achieve for your room. Here’s a rundown of the most common pleated curtain styles:

Pinch Pleat (Tailored Pleat)
Pinch Pleat Curtains (Tailored Pleat)
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Pinch pleat curtains are the most popular kind of pleated curtains. The pleats are stitched and pinched at the top, allowing the folds of the fabric to flow below and create an elegant, formal look.

Pinch pleat curtains range from two-finger pleats to five-finger pleats. Having more pleats will give the curtains a fuller appearance. Three-finger pleats (pictured above) are the most common type of pinch pleat curtains.

Use these curtains in master bedrooms, sitting rooms or entertaining rooms.

Box Pleat
Box Pleat Curtains
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Box pleat curtains are suitable for dining rooms, lounges or bedrooms. The folds run deep and uninterrupted across the entire length of fabric, providing full coverage with a tailored appearance.

Goblet Pleat
Goblet Pleat Curtains
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Goblet pleat curtains are ideal for large, formal rooms with high ceilings. They get their name from the resemblance to goblet or a wine glass.

Due to the delicate structure of the pleats, this curtain style should remain stationary and can only be used to frame and decorate the window. They’re not a good option for curtains that get a lot of use.

Pencil Pleat
Pencil Pleat Curtains
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Pencil pleat curtains have thinner, single pleats that make it easier to work with various curtain hooks or rods.

Pencil pleat curtains are more casual than goblet or box pleat curtains. They’re perfect for bedrooms or living rooms that don’t require as much formality.

Eyelet (Grommet) Curtains
Eyelet (Grommet) Curtains
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Eyelet or grommet curtains are a contemporary, modern style. Open rings (or grommets) are used to support the panels. The rings allow you to open or close the curtains with ease, which is why these panels are an excellent choice for bedrooms.

It’s important to note that your curtain hardware will be visible through the grommets, so be sure to use curtain rods and finials that are aesthetically pleasing to your eye.

As Curtain rods can be customized to the manufacturer, we welcome you to your come and purchase!