How wide should curtains be for Windows?

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.

What widths to 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). You should choose the width that most closely matches the size of your track or pole.

What curtain width is 168?

Measuring the width of your window

How wide should curtains be for a 60 inch window?

For 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.

What are narrow curtains called?

Sheers—a drapery panel made of a thin, translucent, diaphanous fabric, such as chiffon or voile. Sheers let in sunlight, they can be used alone or used underneath solid drapery panels. Sheer curtains can give windows a romantic, classy vintage look.

How do I measure my window for eyelet curtains?

you will need to hold the tape measure at the top edge of the curtain pole. Then measure down to where you want the eyelet curtains to finish. That will be either to just at the window sill or a few inches past the window sill. Alternatively down to the floor my personal favourite.

How much space should be between eyelets?

Space grommets that are up to 2 inches in diameter approximately 4.5 to 4.75 inches apart, measured from the center of one grommet to the center of the next.

How big should my curtains be for my Window?

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. Example: If your window measures 36″ wide (window width x 2 = 72″), you need curtains that will give a minimum width

What kind of curtains are 120 inch wide?

Adding style and elegance to a room is simple with extra wide width grommet top blackout curtains. The Solid Blackout Thermal Grommet Single Curtain Panel features innovative fabric weave construction. This curtain blocks out light and reduces noise while cutting back on window related energy loss.

What’s the minimum width for tab top curtains?

Let’s say your window is 50″ wide as an example. The minimum tab top / rod pocket curtains width you need is 75″ (window width x 1.5 = minimum width needed) and the maximum width you need is 150″ (window width x 3 = maximum width needed).

How to measure for curtains and window treatments?

On most curtains & window treatments, it takes two to three times more material/curtain to provide the proper fullness in appearance when installed/hanging on rod than the actual window width. Measure the width of the rod from left to right.