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Our curtains are sold in pairs, and the measurements are WIDTH X DROP. These measurements are for each individual curtain, laid flat without any gather. However if your window mearues e.g. 54" x 72", you need a pair of curtains of 54" x 72" to allow for an attractive gather.
Width
To find your required width, measure your curtain track or pole, excluding any decorative ends. Please also bear in mind that to achieve an appealing look, the curtain pole should be positioned about 6" (15cm) above your window and extend 6" to either side, so if you are measuring only your window's width, add an additional 12" (30cm).
Drop
First of all, decide whether you want your curtains to reach the floor, window sill, or just below the window sill. It is recommended that the ideal length curtain should:
| Window sill |
Finish 1/2" above the sill |
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| Just below sill |
Finish 6" below the sill |
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| Floor |
Finsih 1/2" above the floor (remember to allow extra room if you plan to fit carpets) |
For pencil/pinch pleat curtains, measure from the 'eye' i.e. the small metal rings hanging from the larger curtain ring, to and for tab top/eyelet curtains, measure from the top of the curtain pole.
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