Tips for Getting Started:
- Use a steel tape measure. Measure to the nearest 1⁄8" (0.4 cm).
- Take measurements at the top of window, as not all windows are perfectly square.
- If ordering top treatments for multiple windows, make sure to measure each window individually.
Mounting Options
Inside Mount:
- Measure the exact width of the window opening at the very top of the casing(see figure 4).
- Measure the exact width of the window opening down from the top, depending on the desired length of top treatments being ordered.
Outside Mount:
- Measure window width including molding (see figure 1).
- Add any additional width desired,especially if hanging curtain panels or sheers under cornice (see figure 2).Round up to the nearest full inch.
- Recommended 2" (5.1 cm) minimum clearance on face and sides when mounting over a drapery (see figure 3).
- Recommended 1" (2.6 cm) when mounting over inside mount treatments.
ROD AND DRAPERY WIDTH
Consider the look you want to create when determining the type of drapery hardware and its placement. Rod type and placement determine the width and length of the draperies needed. General guidelines follow.
Width There are only two measurements you need to determine the width of the drapery: the face width of the rod and the projection of the rod. |
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Figuring Rod Face Width Always give the measurement from outside to outside of brackets.Face width does not include finials. |
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Width Considerations Additional wall coverage may be needed for Stack Back. The general rule is that the total Stack Back needed for the drapery to clear the glass is approximately 1/3 the width of the window. Additional width may be needed for heavy or bulky fabrics.Note: Face width = Glass width + total stack back |
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DRAPERY LENGTH OPTIONS
Determine which of the following looks you want to achieve with the length of your drapery panels. Based on your drapery style, hardware, and length option, use the Drapery Styles and Hardware Summary chart to determine the starting location for your length measurement. Special Length Considerations |
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DRAPERY STYLES AND HARDWARE SUMMARY
Type of Rod | Drapery Style | Width (including Stack Back) | Length | Projection/Return | Recommended Rod Placement | Other Considerations |
![]() Curtain Rod |
Pleated or Decorative Panels, with Valance over them Rod Pocket | Face Width | Top of Rod to Desired Length |
Wall to front of rod |
4″ to 5″ above the Glass |
When ordering a Rod Pocket Drapery, the header is NOT included in the Finished Length |
![]() Decorative Pole 1 3/8“, 2″ & 3″ Diameters |
Grommet Top Rod Pocket Tab styles | Face Width | Top of Rod to Desired Length | Not Applicable | 6½” to 7″ above the Glass | When ordering a Rod Pocket Drapery, the header is NOT included in the Finished Length |
![]() Decorative Traverse |
Pleated | Face Width | With Slides: Bottom of Rod to Desired Length With Rings: Bottom of Ring to Desired Length |
Wall to front of rod | 6½” to 7″ above the Glass | Returns – Strongly Recommended to prevent light seepage |
![]() Pole with Rings |
Pleated Soft Top Rod Pocket | Face Width | Using Eyelet: Bottom of Ring to Desired Length Using Clip: Hinge of Clip to Desired Length |
Wall to front of rod | 6½” to 7″ above the Glass | |
![]() Sash or Tension |
Rod Pocket Top and Bottom | Face Width | Top of Top Sash Rod to Bottom of Bottom Sash Rod | Not Applicable | Sash Rod – 1″ to 2″ above and below the Glass Tension Rod – Desired Height |
When ordering a Rod Pocket Drapery, the header is NOT included in the Finished Length |
![]() Traverse |
Pleated | Face Width | Top of Rod to Desired Length | Wall to front of rod |
4″ to 5″ above the Glass | Typical Projections – Single Traverse Rod-3½” Double Traverse Rod-5 ½” Returns Offered- 0, 2″, 4″, 6″ |
Pleated draperies mounted on a pole with rings may “spring back” slightly from their closed position. To allow for this, manufacturing will add 10% to the width of your drapery to allow for privacy and prevent light gap when the drapery is closed. An additional surcharge applies. Drapery hardware is not included with draperies.