How to Measure for Curtains
<?xml encoding="utf-8" ?><p>Choosing the right curtains can add privacy and style to a room. Proper measurement of your ready-made or custom window treatments is crucial so they hang correctly and let the light in and keep the privacy from being invaded. A quick tutorial on measuring for curtains.</p><h2>1. Curtain Width measure for fullness</h2><p><img alt="How To Hang Curtains Properly | Geranium Blog" src="https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-4/KiV-d8JV5gu_60mDv7VXBxvMXRA9XevGXUgVBkvfekrEkyt-fu89YmSWxdykqIX9NQkmhsGliah7wcvAt-tYU2Nrr0VID-3o5vvTboe6ahCW4ovv__C_YhyFrSSkpdRPhpRjlLXuIb9iefI6da1IEf960TxJKSuoj2Y1KMx79puPosKj4yIzVgFaP2Zfcf3w?purpose=fullsize" style="height:509px; width:600px"></p><p>Start the curtains from the rod. If a rod has not been hung then it is a good idea to have your rod come past the left and right window panes by a little so that it is easy to draw back the panels to let the most light in the room.</p><p> Measure the width of the rod from one end to the other of the rod with a measuring tape ( not to include the finials of the rod width). Two panels to a window should typically be at least one and one half to three times the width of the rod so two panels are the least per window based on how "gathered" you want your curtains. Sheers will be more gathered while drapes might not. If two curtains are to be used on the window than take the total width of the curtains, divided by two, and then that is the measure for each curtain. By correctly measuring you can eliminate having "skinny" curtains that will offer nothing but insulation and privacy in addition to having a "finished" look.</p><h2>2. Curtain Length measure</h2><p><img alt="Mary O'Loughlin - Eden House Designs on Instagram: "Want to make your windows look taller, wider, and more polished? Here’s how to hang curtains like a pro: 1️⃣… | Long curtains living room, Living room design decor, House design" src="https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-4/I1O2JsJexwigA2KQeNmIjEPPOlZagXC7no_y-LJG_p2LTR4kc4HcNHGff7cv_fBw6eykOflX2LH_xJbyMIv3qos6X9M9EouPiVt7e3cEVy6zSBRvupUEBVrvQnyIu0tp5Gj2v2qYJbqAjV892TUCHg8OVTe3g1EX27SO-381Ggkl5uk_X9RUwa3BrMLqTLh6?purpose=fullsize" style="height:600px; width:600px"></p><p> The length will depend on the window treatment you choose for the window. You should always measure the length from the very top of the rod or the rings on the rod (depending on what style the curtain header is) down to the desired finish.</p><p> There are many lengths a window treatment could be, but Floating is hanging a half an inch off of the floor (they are the best way to go if they can be tracked through easily). Touching the floor window treatments just touch the top of the floor, while Puddled window treatments spill inches onto the floor to offer a richer look. Apron or Sill length window treatments work well for bathrooms and kitchens and are hung just to the window sill or the bottom of the window casing.</p><p>You should always use a metal measuring tape for all of your measurements and to measure again. If you miss one little measurement you might not be able to have a good hanging window treatment. Adding height to a room, a ceiling is possible by correct curtain length measure.</p><h2>3. Measuring curtain hardware, style, and final tips</h2><p><img alt="Creative Ways To Make Your Small Bedroom Look Bigger" src="https://images.openai.com/static-rsc-4/7Eg-vgQTOFC9xDVpqqC-3fmxbEnim4dPs9MLRzy_ATTGb7QYxquPcq4ckR5sZxdWgnjiIZD2EsZ2Jm_8QqMRWAAycVbT5_K7_uFy8YfH2kAE0HPpCnha5cStPiu2E0FXz6V-DW4AYk3gni9zDVgdL1v-YQF0aWVnGv-gsT7Ng0FG_gnWaOFZJJ9W0WHKVPAE?purpose=fullsize"></p><p>The mounting hardware as well as method you use for hanging the curtains is varied by how you measure the curtain. Mounting your rod a few inches above the window frame will create the illusion of height and many interior designers recommend placing the rod at the ceiling level.</p><p>Keep in mind the style of curtain header will affect your measurement since it too can change the way the curtains hang. Grommet headers for example are typically a little lower than rod pocket panels or pleated curtains on their ring. Keep this in mind as you measure the curtain length.</p><p>While picturing the way you want your curtains to look, take into account the way you want them to work. When curtains are designed as black outs then the size will have to compensate and be wide enough to block light from invading the room, while decorative window treatments are more about the style and look rather than covering the window. Sheers add texture and depth while layered to other curtains and you'll need to think about the size of the rod and placement for sheers as well. Measure each window individually even if they are the same size, due to differences in windows. When measuring your curtains to purchase your order then your customer will never have to deal with costly returns.</p>