Custom Pinch Pleat Drapes
What Makes It Special
Classic Style
Elegant pleated headers
Choose Your Control Type
Motorized
Remote, app, or voice control with smart home integration. Whisper-quiet motors.
Continuous Loop
Smooth chain operation for precise positioning. Clean, modern look.
Cordless
Child-safe operation with gentle push/pull. No cords or chains.
Why Choose Custom Pinch Pleat Drapes?
- Clean, modern aesthetic
- Privacy and light control
- Wide fabric selection
- Ideal for homes and commercial spaces
- Smart home integration available
Custom Pinch Pleat Drapes with a Tailored Heading
Pinch pleat drapery is gathered at the top into evenly spaced groups of pleats that are stitched in place. Below the heading, the fabric falls into full, structured folds. It is the classic tailored drapery style, as suited to a formal dining room as to a softly traditional bedroom.
Custom-made to your measurements, with consultation and installation throughout New York City. You choose the pleat style, fabric and hardware, and we build each panel to your exact width and drop.
What Sets Pinch Pleat Apart
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Tailored structure
Stitched pleats keep the heading crisp and the folds even.
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Classic, timeless look
A traditional style that suits both formal and relaxed rooms.
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Generous fullness
Full folds add warmth, softness and a sense of luxury.
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Flexible hardware
Hang from a hidden track or a decorative rod with finials.
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Works with linings
Pair with blackout-lined fabric for privacy and darker rooms.
Pleat & Hardware Options
Pleat styles
- 2-finger
- Two folds per pleat for a lighter, softer heading.
- 3-finger
- Three folds per pleat, the fuller traditional pinch pleat.
- Euro
- Pleats tacked at the top for a sleeker, more contemporary line.
Hardware
- Ceiling track
- A hidden track for a clean line and floor-to-ceiling height.
- Wall track
- A track mounted to the wall above the window.
- Decorative rod
- An exposed rod with finials for a classic finish.
Pinch Pleat Fabrics
Pinch pleat suits an extensive selection of drapery fabrics, from relaxed linen blends to rich velvets, silk blends and blackout-lined panels. Heavier fabrics give deeper, more formal folds; lighter fabrics feel softer and more casual.
Linen Blend
Natural linen texture with added durability.
Velvet
Rich, heavy drape with excellent light blocking.
Silk Blend
A silk-like drape with a subtle sheen.
Sheer Voile
Lightweight sheer for soft, diffused light.
Blackout Lined
Full blackout with thermal insulation.
Where Pinch Pleat Works Best
Formal living and dining rooms
A tailored heading that finishes a classic interior.
Bedrooms
Blackout-lined pleats for privacy and restful sleep.
Traditional and prewar homes
A style that complements moldings and period details.
Libraries and studies
Velvet or heavy linen for warmth and a quieter room.
Hotels and restaurants
A refined, residential feel in guest rooms and dining spaces.
Care & Maintenance
- Vacuum gently with a soft brush attachment, paying attention to the pleated heading.
- Spot-clean marks with a damp cloth after checking the fabric care label.
- Use professional drapery cleaning for lined or heavy panels.
- When opening, gather panels by the heading to keep the pleats aligned.
Measuring & Installation
Pinch pleat panels are made to finished widths and lengths, so the rod or track position, the return and the floor clearance all need to be measured exactly. Our team measures each window, plans the hardware and installs the drapery. Apollo is based in Brooklyn and installs throughout New York City.