Curtain Width Size Guide

Panel widths vary according to style and manufacturer but 54 inches is a standard width.

Curtain width size guide. For example a panel that is 46 x 54 is 46 inches wide and 54 inches long. Curtain measurements are always written with the width first and then the length. Here are the standard shower curtain sizes. If not sure of the width of your tub just measure the length of the curtain rod or wall to wall and add the 10 to 12 inches to the measurement.

Fuller curtains lend a richer feel to your windows while curtains with a shorter width create a more tailored look. All curtains are measured width x length. The most popular length is 84. For example a pack of curtains labelled w 117cm x d 137cm will contain two.

All sizes are stated width left to right by length top to bottom curtain or valance sizes. To work out which one you need measure the length of the rail or pole between the finials not the. Curtains and drapery panels come in standard lengths of 63 inches 84 inches 95 inches 108 inches and 120 inches. When choosing a curtain rod look for a rod that is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm thick for good aesthetics and curtain support.

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. Curtain length is a matter of personal taste. Our curtains are 45 63 72 and 84 long plus 4 headings how to size your pole top curtains. For the width of the bathtub any of these curtains will work just fine.

72 x 72 inches. Choose a curtain rod with a diameter of at least 1 inch 2 5 cm. All of our ready made curtain sizes are labelled with width by drop sizing so the first number is always the measurement across and the second is always the measurement down. 70 x 72 inches.

The width of rod pocket curtains is stated as the flat out width. For fullness order curtain sizes 2 to 3 times the width of your window. Most ready made curtains come in these widths. However the fullness you choose will ultimately define the style you want to achieve.

70 x 70 inches. You would never use the curtain flat out so keep in mind that a 60 wide panel will not look good if you try to cover a 60 window with it. Before you buy decide how you plan to hang your curtains. Our ready made curtains are sold in pairs and the size refers to each individual curtain.

Don t buy your curtains just so they re big enough to cover a window. Thin curtain rods tend to look cheap and can bow under the weight of your drapes if they are heavy.