A gathered, structured line
Pencil pleat curtains gather the heading tightly, giving a neat, structured look that reads differently to the open wave of S Fold.
A classic tailored heading
Pencil Pleat Curtains, Neatly Gathered
Pencil pleat curtains gather the heading into a neat, structured line, a different tailored finish to the regular wave of S Fold. Choose the fabric and track, then plan the mount and stack around your actual window.
400+ 5 Star Reviews 
Why pencil pleat
A structured, tailored heading
Pencil Pleat is one of the pleated headings available alongside S Fold, giving the fabric a more structured, gathered line rather than a continuous wave.
A different tailored finish
Pencil, pinch and inverted pleats each give their own tailored finish, so compare them against the room before deciding.
Affects track and stack
The heading you choose changes the track, the projection and how the fabric stacks, so confirm it before you measure.
Compare headings
Compare pencil pleat with other headings
Pencil Pleat suits a classic, gathered look, but it is not the only heading available. See how it compares with the alternatives below.
Compare S Fold
S Fold creates a run of regular, even waves and is marked as the most popular heading in the configurator.
See S Fold curtains →
Compare pinch pleat
Double Pinch Pleat and Triple Pinch Pleat give a fuller, more structured finish than pencil pleat.
See pinch pleat curtains →
Pair with a sheer
Pencil pleat is also available on our sheer fabric ranges, for a softer, daytime layer that still holds the same gathered heading.
See sheer curtains →The details
What to check before ordering
Pencil Pleat works alongside a chosen fabric, track and mount. Review each choice below so the finished heading suits the room and the opening.
Fabric choice
Pencil Pleat is available across our Sheers and Blockout fabric types, so start with the room's light and privacy needs.
Track type
A Designer or Motorised track sets how you will open and close the curtain once it is installed.
Mount and fit
Decide on Ceiling / Top Fit or Face Fit first, since it changes where the track width and drop are measured from.
Opening and stack
The opening you choose, left, right or centre, decides where the pencil pleat heading stacks when open.
Factory-direct value
Better specified without the showroom mark-up.
More of your budget goes into the furnishing. You measure and install; we deliver the product, practical guidance and support.
Automatic Spend & Save
Save up to $2,200 on eligible roller-blind orders, or $1,330 on curtains and plantation shutters. Savings apply within each category at the eligible spend tiers, without a coupon.
Price Beat Guarantee
Find a lower final delivered price from an eligible Australian competitor on a like-for-like product and we’ll beat it.
Australia-wide shipping
One flat delivery fee for blinds, curtains and pelmets—not per item. Regional and oversized exceptions may apply.
Before you order
Measure first. Then build with confidence.
The measuring guide walks you through widths, drops and fit step by step. If a window has an obstruction or an odd shape, ask us before you order.
How to measureFitting it yourself
The installation guide shows the brackets, fixings and each step in order, so you know what the job involves before you start.
Installation guide →Compare in your own light
Screen colours and photos are a guide. Free samples show the real colour and texture next to your walls and floor.
Order free samples →Common questions
Pencil Pleat Curtains: your questions answered.
What does pencil pleat mean for curtains?＋
Pencil pleat curtains gather the heading tape into a tight, structured line, giving a classic finish that differs from the open wave of S Fold or the deeper folds of pinch pleat.
How is pencil pleat different from pinch pleat?＋
Pencil pleat gathers evenly along the heading tape, while Double Pinch Pleat and Triple Pinch Pleat create distinct, structured folds. Both are pleated options with their own tailored finish.
Which fabric works with pencil pleat curtains?＋
Pencil Pleat is available with our Sheers and Blockout fabric ranges, so choose the fabric first based on the room’s light and privacy needs, then confirm the heading.
Can pencil pleat curtains be motorised?＋
Yes. Choose a Designer or Motorised track when configuring pencil pleat curtains, depending on whether you want manual or motorised operation for the finished curtain and who will use it day to day.
Should I measure the fabric width or the track width?＋
Check which figure the product guide is asking for, since it depends on the track and heading you have chosen. Adding your own fullness percentage on top of that measurement is not required unless the guide says so.
Can I order samples before choosing a pencil pleat fabric?＋
Yes. Start a sample order with the colours you want to compare, then check them in your own window light before you commit to the pencil pleat configuration.
Configure pencil pleat curtains
Choose your fabric, then select Pencil Pleat, your mount and a Designer or Motorised track. Compare colour and texture at home with a free sample order first.
Build & Order
