Pinch pleated drapes can enhance the décor of any room and improve the energy efficiency of your windows!
Pinch pleated drapes are a particularly popular form of insulated drape that is highly energy efficient and very stylish. There are many styles of pinch pleated drapes to choose from so that you will have no trouble finding one that fits your taste and the décor of your home.
Pinch pleated drapes have a pinch pleated heading treatment. They have a crimp or pucker every 6-8 inches. You do not thread the curtain rod through a traditional rod pocket. Pinch pleated drapes are generally either hung from decorative dowell type rods with drapery rings or from traverse rods with drapery hooks. The pleats of the curtain are bottom-weighted and equidistant from each other, giving pinch pleated drapes an even hang.
The thermal qualities of pinch pleated drapes come from the insulated foam lining and heavy materials of the drapes. The pleating of pinch pleated drapes also tends to trap air, further enhancing the thermal qualities of the drapes.
Like energy efficient curtains, pinch pleated drapes provide excellent insulation. They help keep your home warm in the cold months and cool in the hot months. Invest in quality pinch pleated drapes and they will save you money on your energy bills year after year. By purchasing qualifying home improvements you may also be eligible for a federal tax credit, as well as credits and rebates from your local utility company.
The heavy lining of pinch pleated drapes also gives them excellent blackout qualities. They are great for childrens’ rooms or media rooms because they will allow for complete darkness in the middle of the day. They will also help prevent solar radiation damage to your floors and your furniture.
Pinch pleated drapes are also excellent for help noise insulation. Prevent street noise from flooding into your home through your windows by installing pinch pleated drapes.
Pair your pinch pleated drapes with a decorative valance to further enhance their appearance.