Curtains
Wave header curtains, made to measure
A continuous S-curve from a track, for large modern windows. Every pair is cut and sewn to your window, hand-finished in Britain, then hung and dressed by the fitter who brought them.
Buying guide: Wave curtains: the contemporary S-fold · 9 min read
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Start with the heading
Four ways a curtain can hang
The heading changes how much wall the curtains stack back onto, how deep the folds sit and, quite often, the price. Pick a style to filter the ranges below.
Eyelet
Metal rings run straight onto the pole, so the fabric falls in deep, even waves and draws with one pull.
Pencil pleat
A gathered tape you can tighten to suit the window. The one heading that works on a pole or a track.
Pinch pleat
Pleats hand-formed in groups and stitched to hold. The most tailored option, and the one that stacks tightest.
Wave
A continuous S-fold on a corded track. Clean and contemporary, and it needs a proper wall run to stack back onto.
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Wave header curtains, explained
Wave header curtains hang from a track and fall in a continuous S-shaped fold, so the fabric sits in smooth, even curves when open or closed. They have a cleaner, more contemporary line than gathered headings, and they stack back neatly too. In this filter you’ll mainly see plain weaves, textured neutrals, velvets and some bolder prints that are available in a wave heading. Poles and tracks can be supplied and fitted, and your advisor can hold fabrics against your windows at home so you can see how the folds and colours sit in your own light.
Wave header curtains suit modern schemes, simple joinery and uncluttered rooms, but they can also soften sharper interiors when used in textured plains or muted patterns.
Best for
- Contemporary rooms where you want a calm, tailored line
- Wide windows or doors where an even, uniform fold looks tidy
- Plain and textured fabrics that benefit from a clean header
- Homes where you want curtains on a track rather than rings or tabs
Worth knowing
- Wave headings need a track rather than an eyelet pole
- The folds look more structured, so very busy patterns can read differently once hung
- Stack-back still needs wall space at the sides; your advisor will confirm what suits the window
How to choose
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Start with the fabric
Wave headings suit lots of cloths, but they are especially good with plain weaves, subtle textures and velvets where the repeated fold shows the fabric’s surface clearly. Large prints can work too, though the S-fold will break up the pattern more than a flatter heading.
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Think about the window use
For patio doors, French doors and broad openings, wave curtains give a neat run that draws across smoothly on a track. If the curtains will be opened often, this heading is worth considering because the folds return to a regular shape when dressed properly.
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Choose the finish around the heading
Wave is a track-based heading with a more modern look than pencil pleat and less formality than pinch pleat. If you want a softer, more relaxed line, compare fabrics in person. Your advisor can also talk through lining options, including blackout or thermal where available.
Wave header curtains: questions people ask
Are wave header curtains only for modern rooms?
No. They do have a cleaner, more contemporary line, but the final look depends a lot on the fabric. A plain textured weave gives a quiet modern finish, while a softer print or velvet can make wave curtains feel warmer and less minimal.
Do wave curtains work for patio doors and wide openings?
Yes, they are often a good choice for doors and wider spans because the folds run in a regular line across the track. They also stack back neatly. Your advisor will confirm on the day how much space is needed at the sides when the curtains are open.
Can I have blackout or thermal lining with a wave heading?
Wave is a curtain heading rather than a fabric type, so the lining depends on the range you choose. Some fabrics in this filter are also shown as blackout or thermal curtains. Your advisor can talk you through the lining choices available for the fabric you like.
What is the difference between wave and pencil pleat curtains?
Pencil pleat has a gathered, traditional look with tighter bunching at the top. Wave hangs in broader, even S-shaped folds on a track, so the finish is simpler and more architectural. If you want less visual fuss across the heading, wave is usually the cleaner option.
Can wave header curtains be fitted in a bay window?
Sometimes, but it depends on the shape of the bay and the track arrangement needed. Some curtain ranges here are also tagged for bay windows, but suitability is always window-specific. Your advisor measures each opening themselves and will confirm what works on the day.
How it's made
How wave curtains work
Tap a number to see what each part does, and what you'll be choosing at your appointment.
1. Track and carriers
A track fixed to the wall or, where the ceiling is suitable, to the ceiling itself.
Your advisor brings samples of every option to your window, so you can see and feel them before you choose.
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What reviewers mention most
- Outstanding service and quality consistently praised by customers.
- Quick installation and friendly, respectful staff enhance the customer experience.
- Wide range of materials available at competitive prices.
An automated summary of our Google reviews.
Why our curtains service is right for you
01
Sewn to your drop, not a size chart
Shop-bought curtains come in fixed widths and drops. Ours are cut to the pole or track you actually have, so the hem lands where you want it — at the sill, below it, or just breaking on the floor.
02
Enough fabric to hang properly
A curtain that looks thin is nearly always a curtain that was not given enough width. We work to a proper fullness for the heading you choose, so the folds stay deep even when the curtains are drawn.
03
The lining does the hard work
Standard lining for body and drape, blackout for a bedroom, thermal for a cold north wall or a single-glazed bay. The lining decides how the room feels far more than the face fabric does.
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Poles, tracks and dressing included
We measure the wall rather than just the window, fit the pole or track level, then hang and dress the curtains so the pleats set in from the first day.
Finance options available. We offer flexible ways to pay so a whole-house refresh doesn't have to land in one go. Your advisor will talk you through what's available at your appointment.
Ask an advisorHow our service works
Three steps, and we handle all of them
01Book an appointment
Pick a day that suits you. It takes a minute, costs nothing, and there's never any pressure to buy.
02We come to you
Your advisor brings the full range, helps you choose for each window, measures precisely and quotes on the spot.
03We fit it for you
Once your order is made, our own fitter installs it, squares it up and takes the packaging away.
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What people hang behind them
Plenty of rooms end up with a blind as well as a curtain — for blackout, for daytime privacy, or simply because a radiator or window seat rules out a full drop.
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Curtains: your questions answered
Headings, linings, poles and pairing curtains with a blind on the same window.
Which curtain heading should I choose?
Eyelet curtains run straight onto a pole and fall in deep, even waves — the simplest to draw. Pencil pleat is a gathered tape that works on a pole or a track. Pinch pleat is hand-formed in groups and stitched, which is the most tailored look and stacks tightest. Wave hangs from a track in a continuous S-curve and suits large modern windows.
What difference does the lining make?
A standard lining protects the fabric and improves how it hangs. Thermal lining measurably helps a cold or draughty room. Blackout lining is what you want in a bedroom. Interlining adds weight and body for a heavier, more expensive drape.
Do you supply the poles and tracks?
Yes, and your fitter puts them up. Getting the pole height and width right is part of the job — curtains that clear the sill and stack off the glass need the pole set beyond the opening.
Can I have curtains and a blind on the same window?
Very common. A slim roller or roman inside the reveal gives you blackout and privacy, with curtains face-fitted outside it for warmth and dressing. Your advisor will check the reveal is deep enough for both to work.
Is fitting included in the price?
Yes. The quote you are given covers the product, the fitting and the guarantee. Your fitter hangs everything, checks the operation with you and takes the packaging away.
How is a quote worked out?
By the size of each opening, the product and fabric you choose, the heading or mechanism, and any motorisation. Because everything is made to your measurements there is no single list price — you get a written figure on the day, itemised per window, with the fitting and guarantee included.
What guarantee do I get?
A 1-year guarantee on every blind, shutter and motor we supply and fit. If something goes wrong inside that period, ring the office and we come back out.
More answers in our full FAQ, or book a free measure and ask an advisor.
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Measuring and fitting are included everywhere we visit. Each county page lists its towns and the days our advisors are in the area.
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