How to Measure Curtains
Many customers are concerned about getting the right measurements for their curtains. Our team provide free onsite consultation that includes getting the right measurements for your custom curtains. However, if you are still looking to measure them yourself, this guide will be for you.
In this guide, we talk about measuring for curtains, curtain rod and tracks.
How to Measure Curtain Width with Existing Curtain Rod or Track
If you already have a set of curtains or blinds, you can follow the measurements for width here:
Curtain Rod or Poles
Measure the width of the pole that you have without the end caps and you will get the width that is required of your curtains.
Curtain Tracks
Measure the full track’s width and you will get the right width you need.
How To Get Better Curtain Width Coverage
Measurement for Width of Curtains
Add 2.5cm to the width of your curtains (left + right) so they can overlap and close fully.
For Pencil Pleat Curtains and Eyelet Curtains
Double the width of your curtain rod or track to get the correct sized curtain gathering.
How to Measure Curtain Drop With Existing Curtain Rod or Track Installed
This part will teach you how to find the curtain drop (length) with different kinds of curtain rods, track or curtain style.
Curtain Poles with Ring (Pencil Pleat or Pinch Pleat curtains)
Measure from the eye of the ring to the length/height you require.
Standard Pleat Tracks
Measure from the top of the track to the length/height you require.
Eyelet Curtain Rod
Measure from the top of the pole to the length/height you require.
How To Get Better Curtain Drop Coverage
Measurement for Length of Curtains
Above Sill: End 1cm above windowsill
Below sill: End 15cm above windowsill
Floor Length: End 1cm above the floor
Accuracy of Your Curtain Length
Measure different points (left, right, center) of the room as windowsills and floors might be uneven at time. Use the smallest measurement as your length.
How To Measure Window for Curtain Rod and Track
Before we begin, you should note that there are 2 scenarios when it comes to measurement:
Brand new home without any curtain rod or tracks; OR
Curtain rods or tracks already installed
How To Measure For Curtain Rods
If you don’t have any curtain rods or tracks installed, you can first measure your window’s width then add 15cm on the either sides of the window to get the width for your rod or track.
The extended measurement of 15cm on the left and right sides will allow for better and fuller light blockage in the room.
Your curtain rod or track should be installed 15cm above your window.
How to Measure Curtain Drop for Standard Windows
Measurement Type A: Standard Width x Floor Drop Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure from top of window to 6cm above the floor
By giving a 6cm difference off the floor, it will prevent your curtains from getting worn out when drawing open or close daily.
Measurement Type B: Standard Width x Below Sill Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure the height of your window (for length of curtain) + 20cm below windowsill
Tip: Adding the 20cm below windowsill allows light to be blocked out.
Measurement Type C: Standard Width x Above Windowsill Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure the height of your window (for length of curtain) – 1cm above windowsill
Tip: Removing 1cm from windowsill would prevent the hems of your curtain from being worn out.
How to Measure Curtain Drop for Tall Windows
Measurement Type D: Standard Width x Full Wall Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure from top of window to 1cm to 6cm above the floor
Tip: Removing 1cm to 6cm from floor would prevent the hems of your curtain from being worn out.
We hope that this guide will help you understand how to measure and help you get the home furnishings that you want.
Remember that if you don’t already have curtain rod or track, you can get the dimensions for it just by measuring your window.
In order to get the curtain drop, you will have to add 15cm in length so that you can get the right coverage.
By now, you should already know how to measure windows for curtain rods and tracks. We have also taught you how to measure for curtain drop according to the length you want. If you still have any questions, feel free to drop us a Whatsapp message or contact us for a free consultation!
Many customers are concerned about getting the right measurements for their curtains. Our team provide free onsite consultation that includes getting the right measurements for your custom curtains. However, if you are still looking to measure them yourself, this guide will be for you.
In this guide, we talk about measuring for curtains, curtain rod and tracks.
How to Measure Curtain Width with Existing Curtain Rod or Track
If you already have a set of curtains or blinds, you can follow the measurements for width here:
Curtain Rod or Poles
Measure the width of the pole that you have without the end caps and you will get the width that is required of your curtains.
Curtain Tracks
Measure the full track’s width and you will get the right width you need.
How To Get Better Curtain Width Coverage
Measurement for Width of Curtains
Add 2.5cm to the width of your curtains (left + right) so they can overlap and close fully.
For Pencil Pleat Curtains and Eyelet Curtains
Double the width of your curtain rod or track to get the correct sized curtain gathering.
How to Measure Curtain Drop With Existing Curtain Rod or Track Installed
This part will teach you how to find the curtain drop (length) with different kinds of curtain rods, track or curtain style.
Curtain Poles with Ring (Pencil Pleat or Pinch Pleat curtains)
Measure from the eye of the ring to the length/height you require.
Standard Pleat Tracks
Measure from the top of the track to the length/height you require.
Eyelet Curtain Rod
Measure from the top of the pole to the length/height you require.
How To Get Better Curtain Drop Coverage
Measurement for Length of Curtains
Above Sill: End 1cm above windowsill
Below sill: End 15cm above windowsill
Floor Length: End 1cm above the floor
Accuracy of Your Curtain Length
Measure different points (left, right, center) of the room as windowsills and floors might be uneven at time. Use the smallest measurement as your length.
How To Measure Window for Curtain Rod and Track
Before we begin, you should note that there are 2 scenarios when it comes to measurement:
Brand new home without any curtain rod or tracks; OR
Curtain rods or tracks already installed
How To Measure For Curtain Rods
If you don’t have any curtain rods or tracks installed, you can first measure your window’s width then add 15cm on the either sides of the window to get the width for your rod or track.
The extended measurement of 15cm on the left and right sides will allow for better and fuller light blockage in the room.
Your curtain rod or track should be installed 15cm above your window.
How to Measure Curtain Drop for Standard Windows
Measurement Type A: Standard Width x Floor Drop Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure from top of window to 6cm above the floor
By giving a 6cm difference off the floor, it will prevent your curtains from getting worn out when drawing open or close daily.
Measurement Type B: Standard Width x Below Sill Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure the height of your window (for length of curtain) + 20cm below windowsill
Tip: Adding the 20cm below windowsill allows light to be blocked out.
Measurement Type C: Standard Width x Above Windowsill Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure the height of your window (for length of curtain) – 1cm above windowsill
Tip: Removing 1cm from windowsill would prevent the hems of your curtain from being worn out.
How to Measure Curtain Drop for Tall Windows
Measurement Type D: Standard Width x Full Wall Height
Measure the width of your window + 15cm to left and right
Add 15cm to above window + Measure from top of window to 1cm to 6cm above the floor
Tip: Removing 1cm to 6cm from floor would prevent the hems of your curtain from being worn out.
We hope that this guide will help you understand how to measure and help you get the home furnishings that you want.
Remember that if you don’t already have curtain rod or track, you can get the dimensions for it just by measuring your window.
In order to get the curtain drop, you will have to add 15cm in length so that you can get the right coverage.
By now, you should already know how to measure windows for curtain rods and tracks. We have also taught you how to measure for curtain drop according to the length you want. If you still have any questions, feel free to drop us a Whatsapp message or contact us for a free consultation!
