Our Decorator's Steps for Measuring

Measuring tips:

  • Measure with a steel tape measure as cloth tapes can stretch
  • Measure every window you intend to dress, even if some appear to be the same size
  • Avoid costly errors; write down all measurements as you take them.

Length:

  • First choose your drapery rod and consider where you would position it.
  • Decorative rods have finials, so be sure you have enough wall space.
  • For draperies that will be hung directly on the rod, measure from the top of the rod. 
  • For draperies that will be hung from rings, measure from the bottom of the ring. 
  • The hem should generally be 1" above the rug or floor.  
Puddling: Exact length is less critical but you should add at least 12" to the above length if you like the relaxed puddled look.  This look is recommended for our softer jacquard fabrics.

 Width: 
  • When mounting your rod, be sure to consider the "stackback", the space on either side of the window needed to hold the width of gathered drape when 
  • Set the drapery brackets from 6-12 inches on either side of the windowng.  If you don't intend to close your drapes, width is not critical.

Our Decorator's Suggestions on Choosing the Right Treatment

IF YOUR WINDOW IS TOO LONG AND THIN

drawing1Extend the rods at the sides to give a full and luxurious effect.

TOO MUCH WALL, NOT ENOUGH WINDOW ?
drawing 2Proportion window to rest of wall by the correct drapery planning.
WINDOW TOO CLOSE TO CEILING ?
drawing 3  Raise rod to ceiling - extend rod at the sides.
If desired, bring the draperies to the floor

A SERIES OF WINDOWS

drawing 4     Treat as a single window

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