Measuring curtains is easy with our easy guide.
Simply choose the diagram below which best suits your window and take the measurements shown for each of your windows.

Please state clearly whether you are measuring in centimetres or inches. Always use a steel tape when measuring, as fabric tapes can stretch.

Measuring a Window with a Pole

Width A is the length of pole required.
Measure the width of the window recess from wall to wall and add 30cm .

Drop B is the curtain drop.
Measure the distance from the bottom of rings to floor or below window sill.

Measuring a Window with a Rail

Width A is the length of rail required.
Measure the width of the window recess from wall to wall and add 30cm .

Drop B is the curtain drop.
Measure the distance from the top of rail to floor or below window sill.

Measuring a Window for an Inside Roman Blind

Width A is the width of roman blind required.
Measure the width of the window recess from wall to wall.

Drop B is the roman blind drop.
Measure the drop from the top of the recess to the window sill.

Measuring a Window for an Outside Roman Blind

Width A is the width of roman blind required.
Measure the width of the window recess from wall to wall and add 40cm .

Drop B is the roman blind drop.
Measure the drop from the top of the recess to the window sill and add 20cm .