Wave Curtains
What are wave curtains?
Wave curtains take their name from the header found at the top of the curtain which enables the curtains to fall in a regular, soft rippling wave effect. Wave curtains lend particularly well to modern interiors, adding contrasting softness against the strong lines of contemporary architecture to give an aspirational “boutique hotel” look to your home. That said, for those who prefer a traditional interior, this versatile heading provides beautiful relaxed folds for traditional style fabrics.
Our customers' favourite wave curtain colours
Wave curtains are extremely stylish, and with the regular waves in the fabric, they are perfect for a host of colours, patterns and finishes. These are some of our customers' favourite wave curtains.
Which fabrics work well with wave curtains
Wave headings enhance the look of light weight, floaty fabrics such as voiles and sheers. Voiles and sheer fabrics provide privacy whilst allowing fresh air and sunlight to enter your home. Select from sumptuous silks and elegant linens, decorated with delicate prints or metallic embroidery.
Wave curtains provide a soft drape so this style is not recommended for use with stiff, heavily patterned or embroidered fabrics. However; you can choose from a number of lightweight fabrics, and select a blackout or thermal lining to make it more substantial.
Wave curtains provide a soft drape so this style is not recommended for use with stiff, heavily patterned or embroidered fabrics. However; you can choose from a number of lightweight fabrics, and select a blackout or thermal lining to make it more substantial.
Where do wave curtains look best?
Wave curtains are the perfect window dressing for large open-plan living rooms and kitchen-diners; lending themselves beautifully to wide windows or doors, such as bi-fold or sliding doors.
However, if space is at a premium, wave curtains are also a practical solution for smaller rooms and windows. When fully open, wave curtains fold cleanly and neatly. This is particularly beneficial when there is only a small amount of wall space at either side of a window.
However, if space is at a premium, wave curtains are also a practical solution for smaller rooms and windows. When fully open, wave curtains fold cleanly and neatly. This is particularly beneficial when there is only a small amount of wall space at either side of a window.
How to select a wave heading to curtains
Adding a wave heading to your high quality curtains is very easy. Once you've found the perfect colour and style for your home, click on it, and input the dimensions which you require. Once entered, you can simply select “wave pleat” from the heading menu - it's as easy as that!
You can also select options from the lining, tieback, and configuration drop downs. To ensure you find the perfect material for your interior design, you can order up to eight free samples from the website.
You can also select options from the lining, tieback, and configuration drop downs. To ensure you find the perfect material for your interior design, you can order up to eight free samples from the website.
How to fit wave curtains
You've found and ordered your wave curtains; they've been handmade to the highest standards and arrived at your door and now it's time to fit them. Wave pleat headings from Blinds Direct are designed and lovingly crafted for a sleek waved look. To enjoy it however, your new wave curtain needs to be paired with a surge curtain track, which manoeuvres the fabric into its distinctive wave pleats.
For fitting the curtain, all you need to do is place your hooks into the curtain fabric to achieve the size of wave you require. Once in place, you can easily hook your curtain onto the track. Each wave curtain arrives with all the requisite fitting instructions and components.
For fitting the curtain, all you need to do is place your hooks into the curtain fabric to achieve the size of wave you require. Once in place, you can easily hook your curtain onto the track. Each wave curtain arrives with all the requisite fitting instructions and components.
Lining options for wave curtains
A wave heading can be added to any of the luxurious curtains available from Blinds Direct. Since each of our stunning curtains are handmade here in Yorkshire, we have the flexibility to tailor your curtains to your exact dimensions, ensuring a perfect fit. Moreover, this flexibility allows you to add a range of linings to any wave curtain. At Blinds Direct, you can add any one of these linings to your new wave curtain for free:
Premium lining for wave curtains
A premium lining comes as standard with any curtain. It is made from a high-quality cotton blend in a light ivory colour and by adding one to your curtain, you will benefit from extra thickness and body. These linings will also improve the curtain's insulation and durability.
Blackout lining for wave curtains
Blackout linings give your curtains a blackout quality. This functionality prevents external light from entering your room, helping you to enjoy improved sleep quality. For living rooms, blackout linings are equally great for helping to unwind with a movie when it's bright outside.Thermal lining for wave curtains
Thermal linings are the ideal choice if you're keen to improve your home's thermal efficiency. With thermal wave curtains, you can keep the heat inside during the winter and avoid cranking up the thermostat. In the summer, the same lining will keep the room cool helping you to chill out when it's hot outside.
Quality made to measure wave curtains
Every wave curtain from Blinds Direct is made to your exact specification, by hand, here in the heart of Yorkshire. Once you've found the best curtain for enriching your home's style simply enter the measurements for your window and pick the wave pleat heading option.
Measuring for your new curtains couldn't be simpler. Enjoy our easy to follow Expert Guide: How To Measure For Curtains and rest assured your new wave curtains will fit seamlessly into your space.
Measuring for your new curtains couldn't be simpler. Enjoy our easy to follow Expert Guide: How To Measure For Curtains and rest assured your new wave curtains will fit seamlessly into your space.
Faqs for wave curtains
How to make wave curtains?
The folds unique to wave curtains are made by the header found at the top of the material. The special design of the header enables the curtains to fall in a regular, soft rippling wave effect which is supremely stylish.
How do you hang a wave curtain?
For hanging a wave curtain, all you need to do is place your hooks into the fabric to achieve the size of wave you desire. Once in place, you can easily hook your curtain onto the track.
Can I hang wave curtains on a pole?
Wave curtains require a specialist track and therefore cannot be fitted to a curtain pole.
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