What is the width of a curtain?

Width: When we list or write curtain measurements, the width always comes before the drop. Ready-made curtains are available in three standard widths: 112 cm (44 inches), 167 cm (66 inches) or 228 cm (90 inches). You should choose the width that most closely matches the size of your track or pole.

Also question is, how do I measure curtain width?

Measure the width of the rod from left to right. A common rule for displaying curtains properly says the curtains finished width should be at least 2 times the width of your window (if not more - sheers can be 3 times the window width) to achieve a look of proper fullness.

Also, are curtain measurements for one curtain or both? All of our ready made curtain sizes are labelled with 'width by drop' sizing, so the first number is always the measurement across, and the second is always the measurement down. Our ready made curtains are sold in pairs, and the size refers to each individual curtain.

Then, what do curtain measurements mean?

It is advisable to use a metal tape measure were possible when measuring for curtains. The width is always the first measurement given, for example 46”x 54” (117cm x 137cm) means that each curtain is 46 inches (117cm) wide by 54 inches (137cm) drop. All curtains are sold as a pair unless stated otherwise.

Do eyelet curtains need to be double width?

You need to allow for both flat panels to be a minimum of one and a half times the curtain pole width. I personally think they look much better at double the pole width. Give or take a couple of inches. This allows the curtains to have enough fabric to allow the pleats to look right when hanging over your window.

How wide of a curtain do I need?

How Wide Should Curtains Be? To ensure that panels look ample and drapey when closed, they should have a combined width that is 2 to 2½ times the width of the window. Exceptions: If you're hanging curtains just to frame a window and don't intend to shut them, you can round down to 1½ times the width.

How wide should curtains be for 100 inch window?

For example, if the window is 100 inches wide, the curtains should be made to 125 inches wide in order for them to hang off the window when in the open position. For an inside-mount curtain, measure from one edge inside the frame to the inside edge on the opposite side.

What widths do ready made curtains come in?

Ready-made curtains are available in three standard widths: 112 cm (44 inches), 167 cm (66 inches) or 228 cm (90 inches).

How do you read curtain sizes?

Understand Measurements Curtain measurements are always written with the width first and then the length. For example, a panel that is 46″ x 54″ is 46 inches wide and 54 inches long. Don't buy your curtains just so they're big enough to cover a window.

Do curtains need to touch the floor?

As a general decorating rule, drapes should be long enough to touch the floor. The amount of drapery material reaching the floor depends on the desired look of the curtains once they are hanging around the windows.

How do I measure a window for curtains?

Place the measuring tape at the top of the window frame or in the top inside corner and measure down to your desired length. For a higher curtain placement, measure up from the top window frame 20 inches to achieve an elongated appearance.

How wide is a standard window?

For example, all windows are first fit by the horizontal width, then their height. Standard sliding window widths are 36, 48, 60, 72 and 84 inches wide; the windows themselves are actually 36 1/2, 47 1/2, 59 1/2, 71 1/2 and 83 1/2 inches wide to allow for installation.

How do you measure curtains in inches?

It is advisable to use a metal tape measure were possible when measuring for curtains. The width is always the first measurement given, for example 46”x 54” (117cm x 137cm) means that each curtain is 46 inches (117cm) wide by 54 inches (137cm) drop. All curtains are sold as a pair unless stated otherwise.

How wide should curtains be for 60 inch window?

Example: For a 60-inch window with two curtain panels, add 24 inches to 60 inches (window width) and divide by 2 (number of panels) to get 42 inches. The two panels ordered each need to be at least 42 inches wide.

When buying ready made curtains is the width per Curtain?

To calculate the size of curtain you require, the total width of the curtains should be no less than one and a half the width of your window.

Track/Pole Width	Recommended curtain width (each curtains)
66"-90" (168-220cm)	88" (224cm) or 90" (228cm)
90"-132" (220-335cm)	132" (335cm)

What curtains do I need for track?

Pencil pleat curtains can be hung from a track or a pole. Tab top and Eyelet curtains must be hung from a pole. Pinch and Goblet pleat curtains can be hung from a track or pole but as they hang underneath either, to enable the curtains to concertina back properly, the track or pole will be in full view.

How long should a curtain rod be?

The standard distance from the window casing to the end of the curtain rod (excluding finials) on each side of the window should be four to 10 inches. As a general rule, drapes will be open during the day, so make sure the curtain rod extends at least four inches on each side of the window's inside frame.

Do you double the width for curtains?

To achieve the pleated effect you notice at the top of most curtains, the curtains need to be wider than the track. The actual amount of gather depends on heading styles and personal preference, but as a general rule the width of your curtains should amount to double the width of your track.

Do eyelet curtains look cheap?

One the reasons eyelets are cheaper (and look cheaper) is because they don't use as much fabric, so you lose the cosy fullness of pencil-pleat curtains.

How wide are eyelet curtains?

For normal eyelet curtains we need to multiply this by 2. So we would need curtains that are 140 x 2 = 280cm wide. If we wanted an extra thick look we would multiply our width by 2.5 times, 140 x 2.5 = 350cm. When you buy ready-made curtains the packet normally states the width of one of a pair.

How do you measure eyelet size?

Eyelet curtains should be hung from curtain poles. Simply measure between the finials (the decorative ends) to obtain the width. Drop: The inner edge of the eyelet is set down 3cm from the top of the curtain so you need to allow for this when measuring or your curtains will be 3 cm too short!

What does double width curtains mean?

These double 2x panels on a standard window are hung “wide” so that as much window as possible is showing. They would fully cover the window when closed and retain a lovely fullness when closed. These double 2x panels on a double window are hung “wide” so that as much window as possible is showing.