Rod Pocket Curtains
Quick answer Rod pocket curtains have a sewn channel across the top that the curtain rod slides through, so the fabric gathers into soft ruffles on the rod. They are simple, inexpensive to hang and look neat, but don't slide as easily as other headings, so they suit windows you rarely open. We make rod pocket curtains to your exact size, from 10″ to 3048 mm wide and up to 3658 mm long, in indoor, sheer and outdoor fabrics.
Rod pocket (also called pole pocket) is the most traditional curtain heading. It is a good choice for sheers that stay closed, for stationary side panels that frame a window, and for doors and sidelights where a curtain is fixed top and bottom.
Where rod pocket curtains work best
- Sheers that stay closed for daytime privacy
- Stationary side panels that frame a window and are never drawn
- French doors and sidelights
- Outdoor panels on a pergola or verandah that you tie back rather than slide
For curtains you open and close daily, choose back tab or pinch pleat instead.
How to measure for rod pocket curtains
- Rod diameter: the pocket fits standard curtain rods; tell us if your rod is unusually thick.
- Width: plan panels that together are 2–2.5× the rod width, since rod pocket curtains look best well gathered.
- Drop: measure from the top of the rod to where you want the hem, and add a little extra (about 1″) for the fabric that sits above the rod.
Our curtain size calculator and measuring guide help with the numbers.
Questions about rod pocket curtains
What is a rod pocket curtain?
A curtain with a stitched channel at the top. You slide the rod through the channel and the fabric gathers along it.
Are rod pocket curtains hard to open?
They slide less freely than back tab or ring-hung curtains, which is why they suit curtains that stay in one position.
Can I get blackout rod pocket curtains?
Yes. Add 100% blackout lining to any indoor or outdoor drapery fabric. It isn't offered on sheers.
How long do they take?
Most curtains are made in 2–3 weeks with free shipping in Australia. Warwick Outdoor fabric is pre-order, 6–8 weeks.
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