Measuring Guides For Curtains

Measuring The Width

We always advise that you measure the curtain track or poles width, not the window. If you are fitting a new track or poles this should extend 15cm to 20cm either side of the window. This will allow the curtains to be stacked either side of the window.

Curtain Poles

Measure the length of the poles between the finials (decorative ends).

Curtain Rails

Measure the length of the rail. If you have a rail with an overlap in the centre, measure the length of the rail and add the overlap to this measurement.

Measuring The Drop

The length of your curtains depends on your preference. Typical length measurements as follows.

A: Full length, which is approximately 1.5 to 3cm above the floor level

B: Above the radiator, typically 1 to 3cm above the radiator.

C: Below the window sill, typically around 15cm.

Tab Top & Eyelet Curtains

For Tab Top or eyelet curtains you should take your measurements from the very top of the curtain pole.

Pencil, Pinch & Wave Pleat

Measure from the top of the track or bottom of the curtain rings to the desired length of your curtains.

Fullness Or Gathering

Once you have entered your curtain pole or rail width, we will calculate the amount of fabric required for your curtains. Some headings require more fullness or gathering than others so these headings will require more fabric which is reflected in the price of the curtains.

All curtains are made in increments of 1/2 widths:

Pencil Pleat 1.17

Pinch Pleat 2.25

Wave Pleat 2.0

Tab Top 1.5

Eyelet 1.5

Eyelets

You will need an eyelet larger than your pole diameter, to ensure that the eyelets can move freely along your pole. The table below should help you in making this decision