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Measuring Guides

The correct measurement method for your curtains varies depending upon the heading type that you choose. Please select the heading type below and this will direct you to the appropriate measuring advice:

Note: Please be aware that when ordering multiple pairs of curtains, that patterned fabrics are matched from the bottom. Please bear this in mind when ordering curtains of differing lengths as patterns may not match at the top of the curtains.

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Note: For eyelet curtains you will need to hang your curtains on a pole.

Rail Width

Measure the full width of the pole between, but not including, the finials and add 2.5-3 cm to the measurement for ease and overlap.

Curtain Drop

You should measure from the top of the pole to the required finished length, we will then allow a small amount on the top of this length to account for the fabric that sits over the top of the pole.

Drop Recommendations

- For Sill Length - 1.5cm above the sill
- Below Sill Length - 15-25cm below the sill
- For Sill Length - 1.5cm from the floor

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Rail Width

Curtain Poles - Measure the full width of the pole between, but not including, the finials and add 2.5-3 cm to the measurement for ease and overlap.

Curtain Tracks - Measure the full width of the track from end to end. If the track is in two overlapping pieces; measure both tracks separately and add the two measurements together.

Curtain Drop

If being hung on a pole measure from the bottom of the curtain rings, to the required finished length.

On a track measure from the top of the track to the required finished length.

Drop Recommendations

- For Sill Length - 1.5cm above the sill
- Below Sill Length - 15-25cm below the sill
- For Sill Length - 1.5cm from the floor

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Note: For pinch pleat curtains you will need to hang your curtains on a pole.

Rail Width

Measure the full width of the pole between, but not including, the finials and add 2.5-3 cm to the measurement for ease and overlap.

Curtain Drop

On a pole they will hang beneath the pole, so measure from the bottom of the curtain rings to the required finished length.

Drop Recommendations

- For Sill Length - 1.5cm above the sill
- Below Sill Length - 15-25cm below the sill
- For Sill Length - 1.5cm from the floor

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Eyelet Curtain Video

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Curtain Pole Video

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Curtain Track Video

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Pinch Pleat Video

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Pencil Pleat

3 inch pencil pleat is the classic heading used on curtains and is compatible with both tracks and poles. This heading gives a fullness of approximately double the rail width.

Based on the rail size you have entered we would recommend ((Widths per curtain)) widths of fabric in each curtain giving you a fullness of ((Widths per curtain)) times rail width.

Please note that all curtains over one width per curtain will contain one or more fabric joins.

The finished width of the curtain is adjustable rather than exact and each curtain is drawn to the correct width before hanging.

For tracks the curtain hooks will need to be inserted in the middle or bottom row of pockets on the curtain tape and for poles in the top row of pockets on the curtain tape.

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Eyelet

Curtains with an eyelet heading are only suitable for use on poles and preferably metal ones to avoid wear and tear by the eyelets.

We require the finished length to be supplied from the top of the pole, and the curtain will be made slightly longer then this to accommodate the additional 4cm (approx.) which sits above the pole.

Based on the length of the pole you have provided, we would recommend ((Widths per curtain)) widths of fabric in each curtain giving you a fullness of ((Widths per curtain)) times rail width.

Please note that all curtains over one width per curtain will contain one or more fabric joins.

The eyelets are approximately 40mm in diameter, and are suitable for curtain poles up to 30mm in diameter. Please be aware that you require at least 5cm clearance above your pole to allow for the upstand of the heading above the pole.

This eyelet heading is constructed by punched metal eyelets into a lightly stiffened curtain heading. They are placed at regular intervals and in an even number, across the top edge of the curtain. They create wide folds of fabric which fall into soft columns, rather than tight gathered or a hand tailored heading. Eyelets are particularly good as a curtain that “stacks back”, meaning when open each curtain will fold back tightly either side of the window. This is a good feature if you are limited by space or simply like lots of light in the room.

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Double Pinch Pleat

3 inch double pinch pleat heading is hand-tailored to an exact finished width which is not adjustable and which only fits the window it has been customised for. This heading gives a fullness of approximately 2.2 times the rail width.

Based on the rail size you have given, we would recommend ((Widths per curtain)) widths per curtain giving you a fullness of ((Widths per curtain)) times rail width.

Please note that all curtains over one width per curtain will contain one or more fabric joins.

This type of heading works best on a curtain pole and is not suitable for use with curtain tracks.

The curtain heading contains robust stiffening which is used to crisp folds, grouped in pairs, which are pinched together at the base of the stiffening to form fan shaped pleats.

Special hooks called stab hooks are inserted into the back of each pleat to facilitate hanging (these are supplied with your curtains). These are usually adjustable and offer a small degree of adjustment on the finished length, but it is important to measure the pole width accurately for this kind of heading.

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Triple Pinch Pleat

This sophisticated heading, provides a more formal pleat. The curtain will fold back in it’s defined pleats providing a more precise stack back and when opened the curtain will have structured equal pleats when closed.

Triple pinch pleat is a heading that is tailored to an exact finished width. It is not adjustable and fits the pole or track it has been customised for. This heading gives a fullness of approximately 2 times the width of a track or the pole excluding finials.

Based on the rail size you have given, we would recommend ((Widths per curtain)) widths per curtain giving you a fullness of ((Widths per curtain)) times rail width.

The curtain should hang from the bottom eye of the ring that is connected to the pole. For a track the curtain will sit below the track, with the top of the curtain slightly below (not touching) this provide a nice finish.

The curtain heading contains buckram which is used to create a flat section when closed and even folded pleats.

The curtains come with hooks attached, making the whole experience that much easier. The hooks are adjustable and offer a small degree of adjustment on the finished length, but it is important to measure the pole width or track accurately for this kind of heading.

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Eyelet Colour

If you have choosen eyelet as your heading type then you can also select the eyelet colour. Most curtains come with a number of different options.

Please note eyelet curtain rings can only be used on a curtain pole with a maximum diameter of 30mm - we would recommend a 28mm metal pole.

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Lining Options

Standard - This lightweight polyester and cotton blend is predominantly used to line lightweight cotton, polycotton and voile curtains. It gives structure and a nice drape to curtains, provides some protection from sun damage and provides a degree of privacy to sheer fabrics.

Premium - This medium weight polycotton-sateen lining has a soft-sheen twill finish, is more crease-resistant and is usually used to line medium to heavyweight curtains. It gives good structure and drape to curtains without adding too much weight; and provides better protection from sun damage.

Blackout Thermal - This is a thicker, heavier, tightly woven lining. The reverse is coated with a thin layer of foam that fills the fabric weave, preventing light penetration. Blackout Thermal lining's primary function is to block light, but it also offers effective thermal/insulating properties to help to keep rooms either warm or cool. It is usually cream or white and is ideal for bedrooms.

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Curtain Length

Eyelet curtains - Measure from the top of the pole to the required finished length. We will then allow a small amount on the top of this length to account for the fabric that sits over the top of the pole (upstand).

Pencil pleat on a pole - When hung on a pole measuring from the bottom of the curtain ring to the fininshed length position, either sil length, below sil, or floor length.

Pencil pleat on a track - When hung on a track measure from the top of the track to the fininshed length position, either sil length, below sil, or floor length.