How to Measure Width (Curtains)

How to Measure Width for Curtains

1. Measuring the Window:

Measure the width from outside the trim. Add extra room on each side for fabric stack (we recommend 6" per side, or 12" total). Add more if you want a full window view.

2. Measuring the Rod:

Measure the length of the installed curtain rod, excluding the finials.


Header Considerations:

  • Casual headers: The fabric lies flat when fully extended. Choose curtains 2x to 2.5x the measured width for proper fullness.
  • Pleated headers: Fabric fullness is pre-sewn, so select curtains based on the actual measured width.

Opening Considerations

  • One-way open: Purchase the full measured width. 
  • Center open (pair of panels): Divide the width by 2 for each panel. 

 Example:

Window from Outside Trim Extra Room on Each Side Width to Purchase (Pleated Headers) Width to Purchase (Casual Headers)
36"

 6" 

(12" total)

48" one-way open or two 24" panels center open 96" one-way open or two 48" panels center open