But it is also advisable to have some extra width, wider than the actual width of your door frame. With traverse rods, which open and close with draw string, you might want the drapery panel to pull completely off to the side of the door in order to allow using that door without the drape interfering with its function. You may add several extra inches for the drape to reach beyond your door width for better insulation and look.
If you want the drape to be completely out of the way when it is open you want extra inches to do the job. So, if your patio door is 74" wide, the minimal width of the drape you want is inches wide. If you want to use a traverse rod, then you will want the drape to cover the end of the rod wrap around its corner. This will require at least inches of extra width depending on the distance your rod is positioned away from the wall. If the rod is 3 inches away from the wall, then you will need to add extra 3 inches to your measurement.
If your traverse rod is positioned 6 inches away from the wall, then you will need to add extra 6 inches on each side of the rod to wrap around rod's corner, which will make total extra width 6 inches. So, if your patio door is 86" wide, the minimal width of the drape you need is inches wide. If a traverse rod has been already installed on your windows or patio door, measure its length from one inch above the rod. It will give you the approximate length you need. If you have a decorative round rod, you want to use rings with clips, which could be 2" - 4" in size.
You will need include their size to the measurement. For example, if your round rod is positioned 87" from the floor, and the rings with clips are 3 inches, you will need length of the drape 84" long to touch the floor, or a little shorter to be above the floor.
Grommet Insulated Curtains have elegant look, slide easily and take small space on the rod when open. You may use multiple grommet panels without having slots in between. If you do not plan to open and close your drapery panels often, tab top curtains are the rigth choice.
They are very easy to hang. Thermal Pleated drapes have the highest insulating value when used on traverse rod and with panels overlapping in the middle and wrapping around the corners.
Rod Pocket Panels provide privacy, insulation and light control. Great for just decorative purposes. Pinch Pleated. Grommet Tops. Patio Door Panels. Foam Backed. Made in the USA. Shipping to Canada. New Styles and Updates. Tie Up Panels. Cordless Roman Shade. There is also a great option with these kinds of curtains to layer a sheer curtain layer with a blackout curtain layer for a gorgeous look but practical use.
A tier curtain will typically cover the bottom half of a window, which works wonderfully on windows above a kitchen sink. These curtains come in two different lengths, 24 and 36 inches, and the most common width is 45 inches for ready-made tier curtains.
As discussed with standard curtain panels, you can have them made to your specific measurements if you choose to have these custom made. A valance is a style of curtain that covers the upper portion of the window. The standard size for a valance is 50 inches wide and about 3 to 5 inches deep, depending on the style and design. It is popular when a full curtain set up is unnecessary, such as in a bay window or a window with other privacy coverings. Since the object of a bay window is often to create a bit of an outward, additional space to display a bay window, sometimes full curtains will take away from this prominent feature.
A great alternative is to use a valance. This can be added for design and to hide privacy screens, shades, or blinds. You should also check out our article on the best type of curtains to use for bay windows. Click here to see this window valance on Amazon!
There are three main ways to classify proper curtain length. Which one you decide to go with is up to your personal style. This is when the curtains flare out at the bottom onto the floor. This is often used for heavy and formal curtains. This is when the curtains will barely kiss the floor. It can be terribly tempting to quickly measure a window and order something just large enough to cover it.
If you are strapped for time or dealing with a short-time rental, this can provide a quick solution to keep nosy neighbors away. Nevertheless, choosing the right curtains can pay off immensely. Neat, well-lined, and carefully placed curtains will make a room look bigger and fresher. They can add to the symmetry of the room or help you hide an awkwardly-placed window. On the other hand, the effect of using the wrong curtain size is harder to define.
Many times, it will be a matter of looking at a window and just feeling something off — whether the fabric is too tense or the rod too hard to reach. If curtains are too short, you can also end up with a room that feels more like a college dorm than a proper home. Unless you are moving somewhere with existing curtain rods, deciding where to place your curtains or how long they should be may require some preparation. Before deciding on a certain size, make sure to locate the exact points where the rods will be installed and supported.
Try to make sure the rod is at least 4 inches above the top edge of the window. This will ensure complete coverage and will prevent the rod from being visible through the window — unless you are dealing with tier curtains, a visible rod is a huge no-no!
If you would like extra soundproofing or insulation, consider placing the rod just two inches below the ceiling. Then, use a thick or blackout fabric to create an extra layer of protection around your personal space.
Ensure each rod has at least three support points to attach itself to the wall. If you are installing blackout curtains, it would be a good idea to add another point. This will improve its structural integrity. When deciding on the total width or the number of panels you will be lining up for each window of your curtains, make sure you have enough fabric left to flare them up a bit.
Always round up to the next full number. Standard fullness multiply by 2. Measure the length of the window or area you want to cover from top to bottom. Overall curtain length, anywhere from the sill to the apron or to the floor is a personal preference and need not be exact. By moving your rod up or down a little you can adjust the position of the curtain at your window.
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