Window Treatment Fees
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Here is a guide to my make up fees for some of the hand-sewn curtain heading and made to measure blinds I offer. Please remember this is for guidance only, intended to give you an idea of my labour fees, it is not a formal quote. I’ll be happy to guide you through all options and provide a tailored quote after a home visit and discussion of your project.
| Heading | Details | Fullness Ratio* | Per Width of Fabric | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interlined | Lined Only | |||
| Triple Pleat | Also known as French Pleat, most popular choice, gives a very elegant look. Variations available. Recommended for use under pelmets. | 2.25 - 2.5 | £85 - £95 | £75 - £85 |
| Double Pleat | Also known as Dutch Pleat. More streamlined appearance than Triple Pleats, ideal for more modern interiors. Variations available. | 2 - 2.25 | £80 - £90 | £70 - £80 |
| Single Pleat | Also known as Tête de Versailles Pleat. Great for smaller windows or spaces where you want the curtains to pull back neatly. | 1.75 - 2.25 | £80 - £90 | £70 - £80 |
| Cartridge Pleat | Subtle variation of Single Pleat - padded to give a more rounded pleat. | 1.75 - 2.25 | £80 - £90 | £70 - £80 |
| Goblet Pleat | Works well for curtains hung from a pole. Not recommended for small windows or limited space. | 2 - 2.25 | £85 - £95 | £75 - £85 |
| Inverted Pleat | Reverse of Single Pleat, pleats stack at the back, making a 'flatter' heading. | 1.5 - 2 | £80 - £90 | £70 - £80 |
| Box Pleat | Tends to be used on fixed headed curtains as do not stack back well. | 2.25 - 3 | £85 - £95 | £75 - £85 |
| Pintuck Pleat | Pleats are minimal creating very shallow folds, resulting in a much 'flatter' finished curtain. | 1.3 - 1.6 | £80 - £90 | £70 - £80 |
| Hook Pleat | Light to medium weight curtains only, simple option. Not available for interlined curtains. | 1.5 - 2 | N/A | £65 - £70 |
Triple Pleat
Also known as French Pleat. Most popular choice, gives a very elegant look. Variations available. Recommended for use under pelmets.
Fullness Ratio*
2.25 – 2.5
Interlined
£85 – £95
Lined Only
£75 – £85
Double Pleat
Also known as Dutch Pleat, More streamlined appearance than Triple Pleats, ideal for more modern interiors. Variations available.
Fullness Ratio*
2 – 2.25
Interlined
£80 – £90
Lined Only
£70 – £80
Single Pleat
Also known as Tête de Versailles Pleat. Great for smaller windows or spaces where you want the curtains to pull back neatly.
Fullness Ratio*
1.75 – 2.25
Interlined
£80 – £90
Lined Only
£70 – £80
Cartridge Pleat
Subtle variation of Single Pleat — padded to give a more rounded pleat.
Fullness Ratio*
1.75 – 2.25
Interlined
£80 – £90
Lined Only
£70 – £80
Goblet Pleat
Works well for curtains hung from a pole. Not recommended for small windows or limited space.
Fullness Ratio*
2 – 2.25
Interlined
£85 – £95
Lined Only
£75 – £85
Inverted Pleat
Reverse of Single Pleat, pleats stack at the back, making a ‘flatter’ heading.
Fullness Ratio*
1.5 – 2
Interlined
£80 – £90
Lined Only
£70 – £80
Box Pleat
Tends to be used on fixed headed curtains as do not stack back well.
Fullness Ratio*
2.25 – 3
Interlined
£85 – £95
Lined Only
£75 – £85
Pintuck Pleat
Pleats are minimal creating very shallow folds, resulting in a much ‘flatter’ finished curtain.
Fullness Ratio*
1.3 – 1.6
Interlined
£80 – £90
Lined Only
£70 – £80
Hook Pleat
Light to medium weight curtains only, simple option. Not available for interlined curtains.
Fullness Ratio*
1.5 – 2
Interlined
N/A
Lined Only
£65 – £70
*Fullness ratios determine how much fabric is needed for each curtain heading in order to achieve the best drape.
E.g. to calculate make up fees for: Full length, triple pleat headed interlined curtains
- Decide the type of heading you would ideally prefer (if unsure, I recommend going by double pleat as standard), e.g. triple pleat
- Look at the table to find the ideal fullness ratio for your chosen heading, e.g. triple pleat = 2.25 ratio
- Measure the width of your window, adding 20cm to each side, if possible, to find pole length, e.g. 160cm + 20cm + 20cm = 2m pole length
- Multiply the pole length by the fullness ratio, e.g. 2m x 2.25 = 4.5m
- Divide this total by 137cm (a standard fabric width) and round up to nearest whole number, e.g. 4.5m/137cm = 3.28 = 4
- This gives you the number of drops required in order to achieve the desired look, e.g. 4 drops
- Look at corresponding prices per drop on the chart, e.g. 4 x £95 = £380 labour fees
In our example, this means we would need 4 drops of fabric = £380 curtain make up fees
See below for a guide to add-on fees
| Roman Blinds | Cascading, interlined (double lined) | Prices start from £115 |
| Cascading, interlined with sewn pelmet | Prices start from £125 | |
| Pelmets | Please contact for more details | POA |
| Cushions | Does not include cushion inner or fabric | Prices start from £25 |
| Lampshades | Card or hand sewn tailored - please contact for more details | POA |
| Hand Sewn Border | Applies to curtains, blinds & pelmets | Prices start from £15 per metre |
| Hand Sewn Trim |
Roman Blinds
Cascading, interlined (double lined)
Prices start from £115
Cascading, interlined with sewn pelmet
Prices start from £125
Pelmets
Please contact for more details
POA
Cushions
Does not include cushion inner or fabric
Prices start from £25
Lampshades
Card or hand sewn tailored — please contact for more details
POA
Hand Sewn Border
Applies to curtains, blinds & pelmets
Hand Sewn Trim
Applies to curtains, blinds & pelmets
Prices start from £15 per metre
Other costs to consider:
- Fabrics and trims
- Poles/tracks
- Travel costs
- fitting costs
- Linings, other fixings and materials
- Third party fees (hardware installations)
| Fabric Suggestions/Sourcing (Up to 10) |
• Includes swatches and RRP information • Can on occasion be fully or partially waived/refunded • Charged per room |
£127 |
|---|---|---|
| Illustration | • Illustration of window with suggested window treatment • Can on occasion be fully or partially waived/refunded • Available for one window only (for rooms with multiple) |
£127 |
| Sourcing/Illustration Package | • Includes all of the above | £237 |
| Surcharge | Applied to labour costs if I am unable to source fabric or you wish to use your own. Can on occasion be fully or partially waived | 25% |
Fabric Suggestions / Sourcing Up to 10
£127
- Includes swatches and RRP information
- Can on occasion be fully or partially waived/refunded
- Charged per room
Illustration
£127
- Illustration of window with suggested window treatment
- Can on occasion be fully or partially waived/refunded
- Available for one window only (for rooms with multiple)
Sourcing / Illustration Package
£237
- Includes all of the above
Surcharge
25%
- Applied to labour costs if I am unable to source fabric or you wish to use your own
- Can on occasion be fully or partially waived
Any further suggestions or illustrations incur an additional fee
Other costs to consider
- Fabrics & Trims
- Poles/Tracks
- Travel Costs
- Linings, other fixings & materials
- My fitting costs (often, but not always, included in labour price
- Third party fees (hardware installation)
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