How many hooks pinch pleat curtains?

You need 1 hook for each pleat, as well as one on each end. So if you have 6 pleats, you’ll need 8 hooks. Also, count the number of rings or gliders you have on your curtain pole or track.

Are metal curtain hooks better than plastic?

Metal Curtain Hooks Our metal hooks are brass or zinc plated and are much stronger than plastic hooks for hanging curtains. Metal hooks are very strong, can be used in direct sunlight and are suitable for hanging heavy weight curtains.

How do you keep curtain hooks from falling out?

First of all, you need to put a couple of strips of caulk around the edge of the curtain hooks, so that they don’t fall off. This is a good idea before you install the hooks but even after. The reason is because you can’t put hooks at any other point on the curtain rod, except the center back and the top back.

What hooks to use for pinch pleat curtains?

The hook for a sheer pleated curtain is called a pin hook. We use pin hooks in sheer curtains so you can get the height correct. This is a pin with a hook. The pin pushes into the seam at the back of the pleat at the desired height.

What is the difference between pencil pleat and pinch pleat curtains?

Pinch pleats use more fabric and are fuller than pencil pleats. The pleats are hand-sewn in and permanently fixed for more luxurious, tailored look. As pinch pleat is a fixed, sewn-in heading, it is important that you quote an accurate track/pole width when ordering pinch pleats.

How do you attach blackout lining to curtain hooks?

How To Add Blackout Lining To Existing Curtains

1. Remove the curtains from the pole and lay face down on a flat surface.
2. Insert the curtain hooks into the header tape pockets of the lining.
3. Hang the curtains, and adjust the placement of the curtain hooks on header tape for improved positioning and drape.

Why do my curtains not hang straight?

In order for curtains to hang straight, there has to be some heft to them. The weight of the curtains will work with gravity to pull your curtains to your floor and keep them from billowing out.