Measuring instructions

How to Calculate Your Curtain Width

Your curtain width needs to cover the window and allow for waves if desired.

1. Measure the Base Width

Your base width is the total area you want the curtains to cover. This must be at least the width of your window.

  • Recommendation: Measure the width of your window, then add  to each side.
  • Alternatively, use the full width of your curtain rail. 

2. Add Extra for Waves/Fullness

If you want the curtains to have natural folds or “waves” when closed, you need extra fabric.

  • For a Wavy Look: Multiply your base width by (or add more).

Example Calculation

Let’s say your window is 140 cm wide.

  1. Calculate Base Width: 140 cm (window) + 20 cm (left side) + 20 cm (right side) = 180 cm

  2. Add for Waves: 180 cm (base width)×1.5=270 cm

    • The total required fabric width is .

  3. Order Your Curtains:

    • For one single curtain: Order 270 cm wide.

    • For two curtains (to meet in the middle): Divide the total width by two.  270 cm/2=135 cm. Order two curtains, each 135 cm wide.

How to Calculate Your Curtain Height

Here is a simple way to figure out the right length for your curtains, depending on the look you want.

1. Find the Total Height

Measure the entire distance from the very top of your curtain rail (or the rings/loops where the curtain will hang) straight down to the floor.

2. Choose Your Style and Adjust

Now, subtract or add a few centimeters based on how you want the curtains to hang:

StyleLookAdjustment
Just TouchingCurtains just graze the floor. (Classic, tailored look.)Subtract
Above the FloorCurtains hang slightly off the floor. (Clean, practical look.)Subtract
Puddled/On the FloorCurtains pool beautifully on the floor. (Luxurious, dramatic look.)Add to

Example Calculation

Let’s say your measurement from the rail to the floor is .

  • If you choose the “Above the Floor” style:
  • Your final required curtain height is .
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