Adding new curtains to your space is a quick way to change up your home’s style, and pinch pleat curtains bring a classic elegance that never goes out of fashion. If you’ve chosen pinch pleat curtains from The Sewing House, they come ready to hang with adjustable metal hooks. Here’s a simple guide on how to get them up and looking fantastic in no time.

Getting Ready to Hang Your Curtains

Our pinch pleat curtains are delivered ready to hang, which means less fuss for you. The adjustable hooks are already attached, so you can easily modify the length to fit your windows perfectly.

1. Adjusting the Hooks: Before you hang the curtains, you might need to adjust the hooks to get the right length. To do this:

• Use a tape measure to mark where the hooks should go. You’ll want to place them behind each pinch pleat and on the flat piece of fabric at each end of the curtain.
• Gently push the straight part of the hook through the fabric and the buckram (a stiffened lining) behind the pleat. Be careful not to push the hook through to the front of the curtain.

2. Setting Up the Curtain Pole or Track:
Ensure there’s a corresponding number of rings or glider hooks on your pole or track for each hook on the curtain. Don’t forget to include the fixed end stop if you’re using a track.

• To prevent your curtains from sliding into the middle when drawn, place the first ring at the outside edge of the curtain at the end of the pole.

Dressing Your Curtains for a Polished Look

Once your curtains are up, they’ll need a little bit of time to settle into their new home. You might notice some creasing initially, but this should smooth out over a few weeks, and the folds will start to fall more naturally. To speed up this process and achieve a sharp, professional look:

• Take a strip of fabric, ribbon, or cord and loosely tie it around each curtain to keep the pleats in place.
• Leave the curtains tied like this for at least 48 hours. This helps the fabric to memorise the pleats, ensuring they hang beautifully and evenly.

Caring for Your Pinch Pleat Curtains

To keep your curtains looking their best:

• Follow fabric instructions: Always follow the specific instructions on the care label provided with your curtains. Some of our curtains are dry-clean only, whereas others can be cleaned with a gentle hand wash. Get more fabric cleaning tips here.
• Avoid Ironing and Steaming: We recommend against ironing or steaming these curtains to avoid potential damage. Let any creases fall out naturally over time.

Just Remember

Pinch pleat hooks are sharp, so handle them with care to avoid injuries or damage to the curtains.

By following these steps, you’ll have your pinch pleat curtains from The Sewing House hanging beautifully and enhancing your space in no time.