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How To Measure What Size Curtains You Need – When it comes to custom curtains, size does matter. From eyelet curtains to pleated curtains, each style has its own nuances when it comes to measuring. Unless you know how to measure and specify accurate curtain sizes, your windows may look less than loved. To help our customers measure curtain sizes accurately to achieve the best possible look, our in-house stylists offer you a detailed guide on how to measure curtains. We hope the following tips help you provide us with accurate specifications for your new Spiffy Spools curtains. If you have any questions about sizing, please feel free to contact us at info@.
TOP TIP #1: For more accurate measurements of the length and width of your curtains, use a steel tape measure. A cloth or plastic tape can stretch over time and will not provide the accurate reading you need to get perfect specifications.
How To Measure What Size Curtains You Need
SPIFFY TIP #2: Most fabric pins come in standard 54-inch widths. This means that most no-pinch pleat curtain panels over 48 inches wide and pleated panels over 20 inches wide will have vertical binding hems to achieve the necessary width.
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SPIFFY TIP #3: We *do not* require measurements for your windows, frames, posts or rails. Instead, when you order from Spiffy Spools, enter the precise final sizes of the ready-made curtain panels you would like us to sew.
SPIFFY TIP #4: Prices on our site are per curtain panel, *NOT* per pair. To get a pair, buy 2 units.
SPIFFY TIP #5: The “length fraction” on our specification form on the order pages refers to “inch parts” measurements. For example, if you want to specify a curtain length of 86.50 inches, choose “86” in the “Length” specification and “1/2″ (0.50 inches)” in the “Length Fraction” drop-down menu.
SPIFFY TIP #6: If you are measuring more than one window, measure each one individually; Never assume your windows are the same size, even if they look similar.
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When it comes to hanging curtains, there is no room for error. Always check your measurements to make sure they are correct, especially if you are investing in custom curtains!
Length: For grommet curtains, measure from the *top* of the curtain rod/rod to the desired end point. Then add 1.5 inches to this measurement. This should be the final length you provided us in the specifications of your custom order. The extra 1.5 inches added at the end is to account for the “highlight” of eyelet curtains, the part of the fabric above the curtain rod. These steps will help you achieve the perfect measurement for the length of your curtains.
Smart Tip: The “length fraction” on our curtain ordering pages refers to “inch parts” measurements. For example, if you want to order curtains 86.50 inches long, please choose “86” in the “Length” specification and “1/2″ (0.50 inch)” in the “Length Fraction” drop-down menu.
Width: While width is a personal preference to some extent, our general guideline for eyelet curtains is to order panels that are twice the width of the curtain pole/rail. For example, if your curtain rod is 36 inches wide, we suggest two panels of 36 inches *each*, and not two panels of 18 inches each. This will give you a luxurious drop/collection. If your curtain rod measures 36 inches wide and you order curtain panels that also measure 36 inches wide overall, they will hang absolutely flat, with no folds or gathers.
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For a high level of fullness, order up to three times the width of the pole. If you’re looking for less than average fullness and/or to save budget, 1.5 times should also be acceptable.
Up to three times the width is also recommended for curtains and lightweight fabrics like our bedding. These fabrics have less body volume and therefore need more width to achieve the same full look as fabrics like cotton and polyester. Greater width also helps improve privacy where curtains are used.
Smart tip: Most fabric pins come in standard 54-inch widths. This means that all eyelet top panels over 48 inches wide will have vertical binding hems to achieve the specified additional width. These necessary seams are industry standard and tend to be “hidden” in folds. However, if you want to avoid them, consider ordering several narrow panels instead of a couple of extra wide panels. READ MORE .
Length: For rod pocket top (no ruffle on header), back tab top, and tab top style curtains, measure the length from the *top* of the curtain rod/pole to the desired end point. This should be the final length you provided us in the specifications of your custom order.
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Smart Tip: The “length fraction” on our curtain ordering pages refers to “inch parts” measurements. For example, if you want to order curtains 86.50 inches long, please choose “86” in the “Length” specification and “1/2″ (0.50 inch)” in the “Length Fraction” drop-down menu.
Width – While width is a personal preference to some extent, our general guideline for tab top, back tab top, and rod pocket curtains is to order panels that are twice the width of the pole/rail. curtain. For example, if your curtain rod is 36 inches wide, we suggest two panels of 36 inches *each*, and not two panels of 18 inches each. This will give you a rich drop/collection. If your curtain rod measures 36 inches wide and you order curtain panels that also measure 36 inches wide overall, they will hang absolutely flat, with no folds or gathers.
If you’re looking for less than average fullness and/or to save budget, 1.5 times should also be acceptable.
While we recommend 3x the volume for an opulent rod pocket style look, we do not recommend more than 2x the volume for the top and back lashes as the lashes somewhat restrict the “pilling” of the fabric at the top and therefore the panels do not come together as well with too much width.
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Smart tip: Most fabric pins come in standard 54-inch widths. This means that all curtain panels in these styles, if larger than 48 inches wide, will have vertical binding hems to achieve the additional specified width. These necessary seams are industry standard and tend to be “hidden” in folds. However, if you want to avoid them, consider ordering several narrow panels instead of a couple of extra wide panels. READ MORE .
Length: For rod pocket tops with header ruffle, measure the length from the *top* of the curtain rod/rod to the desired end point. Add 1.5 inches to this number to account for a 1.5-inch header ruffle on top. This should be the final length you provided us in the specifications of your custom order.
Width – While width is a personal preference to some extent, our general guideline for rod pocket curtains is to order panels that are twice as wide as the curtain pole/rail. For example, if your curtain rod is 36 inches wide, we suggest two panels of 36 inches *each*, and not two panels of 18 inches each. This will give you a luxurious drop/collection. If your curtain rod measures 36 inches wide and you order curtain panels that also measure 36 inches wide overall, they will hang absolutely flat, with no folds or gathers.
For a high level of fullness, order up to three times the width of the pole. If you’re looking for less than average fullness and/or to save budget, 1.5 times should also be acceptable.
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Up to three times the width is also recommended for curtains and lightweight fabrics like our bedding. These fabrics have less body volume and therefore need more width to achieve the same full look as fabrics like cotton and polyester. Greater width also helps improve privacy where curtains are used.
Smart tip: Most fabric pins come in standard 54-inch widths. This means that all rod pocket panels over 48 inches wide will have vertical binding hems to achieve the specified additional width. These necessary seams are industry standard and tend to be “hidden” in folds. However, if you want to avoid them, consider ordering several narrow panels instead of a couple of extra wide panels. READ MORE .
Length: Flat panel curtains are hung using curtain pins that insert into the header tape at the back or with curtain clips that tighten at the top hem.
For flat panels to be mounted with curtain pin and hook mechanism on a track, the length must be measured from the top of the track to the desired end point. This will allow the length to cover and hide the track itself. If you want your course to be visible, measure from the bottom of the course to the desired end point. If hanging from a pole, the length should be measured from the bottom of the pole.
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To hang panels with curtain clips, measure the length from the *bottom* of the curtain clip to the desired end point. This should be the final length you provided us in the specifications of your custom order.
In short, to some extent, the final length of curtains for a flat panel countertop is determined by personal preference. Customers measure lengths based on whether they want the fabric to be visible or hide the hardware.
The header tape we sewed to the back of the flat panel covers is 4 inches wide. He
