Before installing new draperies in your home, it pays to know the types that are available. At Kreative Kama’āina Enterprises, based in Honolulu, Hawaii, their professional drapery personnel love to share it's knowledge and experience in assisting with the drapery selection process. Offering custom drapes and window treatments to their clients throughout the Hawaiian Islands, they'll help you make the best choice for your home.

5 Popular Styles Of Draperies

1. French Pleat Style

A classic style, these custom drapes feature small sections towards the top where the fabric is pleated or "pinched" together, adding a subtle visual detail that can make a big difference in the appearance of a room. 

2. Accordion Pleat Style

The pleats are sharp and crisp compared to other pleated styles and is hung below the drapery rod.  The advantage to this style is that the drapery will take up less space when stacked to enhance your view.

3. Tab Top Pleat Style

Tab Top style draperies contain large loops at the top.  The curtain rod or pole is inserted through the loops and projects a more decorative and contemporary look. Tab top draperies do not traverse as easily as the French Pleat and would not be suited for larger windows or doors. 

4. Grommet Pleat Style

This popular drape style features metal grommets or rings at the top; the curtain rod is inserted into these rings to hang the fabric in a gentle, pleated pattern.  Operationally, the grommet style drapery functions similarly to the Tab Top Style.

5. Ripple or Wave Pleat Style

Ripple or wave pleat drapery creates a trendy and modern look with lots of depth, smooth curves, and a beautiful shape.  The headers of the drapery have an elegant curved appearance that creates a comforting ambiance to the room.

Although there are other styles available, these are very often the most popular styles of draperies for a home. To learn more about which is right for your goals, discuss your project with the experts at Kreative Kama'aina Enterprises, in Honolulu. Contact them online for more information, or call (808) 841-8731.