How to Measure for Curtains

Curtains look best when they are wider than the window and hang just above the floor. Use a steel tape measure and record measurements in millimetres.

Step 1: Measure the track or rod width

If you already have a track, measure its full length. If not, measure the window width including the architrave, then allow the track to extend past the frame on each side (often around 150–200 mm) so the curtains can stack clear of the glass when open.

Step 2: Measure the drop

Measure from the top of the track (or the underside of a rod's rings) down to where you want the curtain to finish. For floor-length curtains, the finished curtain usually sits about 10–15 mm above the floor so it doesn't drag.

Step 3: Measure the full height

Note the distance from the ceiling to the floor. This helps when deciding where to mount the track. Mounting higher can make a room feel taller.

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