Measuring Guide for Curtains
IMPORTANT: Where possible we recommend that custom made curtains are measured and hung by a professional fitter.
Measuring Curtain Width
Measuring Curtain Width
Measure the track or pole (a) and not the window. The track or pole should extend beyond each side of your window to enable your curtains to be pulled well back during the day. The usual allowance is at least 15.2cm (6″) of track either side of the window, you may need to add more for very wide windows. If a curtain overlap is required add (b) plus (c) for the final track width.
Length of Curtain
Measuring Curtain Length
The length is a matter of personal preference but there are three basic lengths to choose from.
Sill Length (d), Below Sill (c), and Floor Length (b). Curtains should ideally finish 1.3cm (1/2″) above the sill, 15.2cm (6″) below the sill or 2.5cm (1″) from the floor.
Measure from the top of the curtain to the appropriate point.
Length measurements given, must cover total curtain length including chosen heading type;
Tab Top Heading
Tab Top headings have 10cm long taps which is included in the drop, you will need to measure from the top of the pole.
Eyelet Heading
Add 3cm to height of the curtains measuring from the top of the pole to allow for the eyelets.
Pencil Pleat and Pinch Pleat Headings
If you are using a pole you will need to measure from the underside of the curtain ring, if you are using a curtain track then measure from the top of the track.
You can download this Measuring Guide for Curtains fact sheet Here:
