If you’ve been browsing interior design magazines lately, you’ve likely fallen in love with that perfectly uniform, flowing curtain style that hangs in a continuous “S” shape. But as soon as you start shopping, you run into two names: S-Fold and Wave Fold.
At HomeCurtains™, we believe in making custom window styling simple. Here is the "insider" truth about the S-Fold vs. Wave Fold debate.
The Short Answer: They Look Identical
From the front view, S-Fold and Wave Fold look virtually identical. Both systems are designed to create the same soft, architectural S-shaped wave. In the Australian design industry, these terms are often used interchangeably.
The Real Difference: It’s All in the Hooks
The difference isn't how the curtains look, but how they attach to the track.
| Feature | S-Fold | Wave Fold |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Soft S-Waves | Soft S-Waves |
| Attachment | Button tape snaps | Small hooks |
Strictly speaking, at HomeCurtains™, we supply a specialized Wave Fold track system. We choose the hook-and-tape system because it offers a more secure, adjustable attachment that achieves that perfect "Designer Wave" effect every single time.
🌊 The Science of the Perfect Wave
When learning how to measure curtains for modern tracks, we calculate width based on carriers (gliders) rather than just a simple multiplier.
S-Fold (Button Attachment)
Formula: Number of Carriers × 125mm
*Note: Count double carriers as 2 each.
Wave-Fold (Hook Attachment)
Standard Look: Number of Carriers × 100mm
Dramatic Look: Number of Carriers × 120mm
See it in Action
Want to see exactly how these curtains move and hang? Check out this quick video from our workroom:
▶ Watch: S-Fold Curtains in Action on TikTok
▶ Watch: Wave-Fold Curtain Tracks in Action on TikTok
The Expert Verdict
Traditional pleats are for traditional homes. If you have a modern Australian space, the Wave/S-Fold look is the gold standard for that "Hotel Luxury" finish.
Ready to upgrade? Start with our sheer curtains or pair your new look with our Extendable Wave Fold Track for a professional showroom result at a fraction of the cost.
