Window Curtain Size Guide

Measure the width of the rod from left to right.

Window curtain size guide.

63 inches 84 inches 95 inches 108 inches and 120 inches. Before you measure your window for width it s best to choose the length of your curtain rod. However because rods can be installed either inside below or above trim mount determining where you install your rod affects the length. Valance style draperies can make a window appear taller and are recommended for outside mounts.

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. When measuring for curtains keep in mind that curtains usually come in only a few different lengths. For a sill style curtain order for a length that will end 3 8 inches above the window sill. For instance 100 curtains vary from 98 to 102 wide.

200 curtains may be 185 wide for fullness order curtain sizes 4 to 5 times the width of your window. Curtain rods are typically extended 3 to 6 inches past a window frame. All curtains are measured width x length. Tier curtains which are shorter and generally don t cover an entire window are usually either 24 inches or 36 inches long.