Curtain Width Size Guide

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.

Curtain width size guide.

The most popular length is 84. Before you buy decide how you plan to hang your curtains. To work out which one you need measure the length of the rail or pole between the finials not the. Fuller curtains lend a richer feel to your windows while curtains with a shorter width create a more tailored look.

Curtain widths should typically be about 1 1 2 to 3 times the final width measurement of your window. You would never use the curtain flat out so keep in mind that a 60 wide panel will not look good if you try to cover a 60 window with it. The width of rod pocket curtains is stated as the flat out width. Our curtains are 45 63 72 and 84 long plus 4 headings how to size your pole top curtains.

Don t buy your curtains just so they re big enough to cover a window. For fullness order curtain sizes 2 to 3 times the width of your window. For example a pack of curtains labelled w 117cm x d 137cm will contain two. For example a panel that is 46 x 54 is 46 inches wide and 54 inches long.

When choosing a curtain rod look for a rod that is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm thick for good aesthetics and curtain support. Tier curtains also referred to as café curtains or kitchen tiers come in 24 inch and 36 inch lengths. Our ready made curtains are sold in pairs and the size refers to each individual curtain. Curtain measurements are always written with the width first and then the length.

The size of your windows and look you wish to achieve will greatly influence panel width and length but a general rule of thumb is that your curtains should be at least 1 5 times the width of the window to ensure proper coverage. 72 x 72 inches. 117cm 46 168cm 66 or 228cm 90. 70 x 72 inches.

For the width of the bathtub any of these curtains will work just fine. Thin curtain rods tend to look cheap and can bow under the weight of your drapes if they are heavy. Here are the standard shower curtain sizes. All sizes are stated width left to right by length top to bottom curtain or valance sizes.

All curtains are measured width x length. Curtain length is a matter of personal taste. Most ready made curtains come in these widths. However the fullness you choose will ultimately define the style you want to achieve.

Curtains and drapery panels come in standard lengths of 63 inches 84 inches 95 inches 108 inches and 120 inches. Panel widths vary according to style and manufacturer but 54 inches is a standard width.