Tier curtains which are shorter and generally don t cover an entire window are usually either 24 inches or 36 inches long.
Curtain size guide next.
To ensure that curtain panels look ample when closed they should have a combined width that is 2 to 2 5 times the width of the window rod.
If your window measures 36 wide window width x 2 72 you need curtains that will give a minimum width of 72 or 2 panels for that window.
The sizes quoted in the book are for each curtain of the pair.
Common fullness multipliers multiply your measured width by.
Before you measure your window for width it s best to choose the length of your curtain rod.
Always round up to the next full number.
Before you buy decide how you plan to hang your curtains.
137cm 54 183cm 72 and 229cm 90.
This doesn t mean these are the only curtain lengths it s just what you re likely to find online and in stores ready made.
How to measure for curtains determine mounting technique.
Next ready made curtains come in three lengths.
Tier curtains also referred to as café curtains or kitchen tiers come in 24 inch and 36 inch lengths.
When you begin to measure for curtains it s important to decide whether you want to mount.
When measuring for curtains keep in mind that curtains usually come in only a few different lengths.
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Choose your curtain length.
The size of your windows and look you wish to achieve will greatly influence panel width and length but a general rule of thumb is that your curtains should be at least 1 5 times the width of the window to ensure proper coverage.
In this case 2 panels will give about 100 to 120 of width which will look nice and full.
Panel widths vary according to style and manufacturer but 54 inches is a standard width.