How to measure Curtains

Follow these simple step-by-step instructions to ensure that you measure for your new curtains correctly.

1. Use a metal tape and not a fabric tape measure as these can often give you an inaccurate figure.
2. Measure the width of your track or pole and not the window itself.
3. There is no such things as an average window size all windows are different.

Measuring the width.

1. Tracks are measured to their full width.
2. Poles are measured between the decorative ends.

Measuring the Length.
To measure the length of your curtains you must first decide where you want the finish drop to fall.
When positioning the tape at the top always measure from the bottom eye of the pole ring or the top edge of the track fitment. (see diagram above)

Measuring The Drop
1. To the Floor
2. To the sill
3. To sill
Always allow 1cm (1/2”) clearance above the radiator or the carpet. If the carpet has not been laid allow for 2.5cm (1”) clearance.

How to Measure for Standard Metal and Wood Blinds.

Inside Mount Installation

To find width: Measure exact distance to the nearest 1/8" between inside surfaces of window frame at the top, middle and bottom, and use the narrowest width. Do not make any width deductions.

To find length: Measure exact distance from inside surface at top of window to sill. If you prefer blind not to touch sill, deduct 1/4". If there is no sill, measure length to point where shade is to reach.

Outside Mount Installation

To find width: Measure exact distance to the nearest 1/8" between the outermost points where the blind is to be placed. For optimum light control, this measurement should extend 3/4" beyond the window opening on each side (or 1-1/2" for the entire width).

To find length: Measure exact distance from where top of shade will be located to top of sill. If there is no sill or if shade is to overlap window frame, measure to point blind is to reach