Floor to ceiling curtains extend from the floor to the ceiling (lol no surprise), or very close to it. They are a great way to create a dramatic and luxurious look for your room, as well as make your ceilings appear taller and your windows larger.
Measuring floor to ceiling curtains is not difficult, but it does require some accuracy and attention to detail. You need to consider the height of your ceiling, the type of heading you choose for your curtains, and the placement of your curtain pole or track.
In this post, I’ll show you how to measure floor to ceiling curtains with 4 simple steps. You’ll need some basic tools like a steel tape measure, a pencil and paper, and a curtain pole or track. Let’s get started!
The first step is to choose how long you want your curtains to be. There are two main options when it comes to floor to ceiling curtains:
The next step is to install your curtain pole or track. This should be done before you measure anything else, as it will affect the length of your curtains.
The curtain pole or track should be hung as close to the ceiling as possible, or even on the ceiling if you can. This will create the illusion of height and make your windows look bigger.
The curtain pole or track should also be wider than your window by about 15-20cm on each side. This will allow enough space for your curtains to hang properly and cover the window fully.
Now that you have installed your pole or track, you can measure the length of your curtains. The length will vary depending on the type of heading you choose for your curtains.
If you choose eyelet or tab top headings, which are threaded directly onto the pole, you need to measure from the top of the pole. This will allow for some fabric above the pole.
If you choose pencil pleat, pinch pleat, or wave headings, which hang from either a track or rings on a pole, you need to measure from either the top of the track or the bottom of the rings. This will depend on how much of the pole or track you want to show.
To measure the length, use a steel tape measure and start from either the top of the pole or track or the bottom of the rings. Measure down to where you want your curtain to end, according to your chosen length.
For example, if you want just above the floor curtains with eyelet headings, measure from the top of the pole to 1cm above the floor. If you want puddle on the floor curtains with pencil pleat headings, measure from the bottom of the rings to 2-8cm below the floor, depending on how much puddle you want.
Write down this measurement on a piece of paper and label it as “length”. Repeat this for both sides of your window, as they may not be exactly level.
Now that you have measured your curtain length, you can compare it with ready-made sizes and see if there is a match. Ready-made curtains tend to come in these lengths:
If your measurement is close to one of these sizes, you can choose that size and adjust it slightly if needed. For example, if your length is 140cm, you can choose the 137cm size and hem it up a bit.
If your measurement is not close to any of these sizes, you may need to order custom-made curtains or make them yourself. This will ensure you get the perfect fit and look for your window.
Q: How do I measure floor to ceiling curtains for bay windows?
A: Bay windows are tricky to measure, as they have different angles and curves. You will need to measure each section of the window separately and use a flexible tape measure or a string to follow the shape of the window. You will also need to use a curtain pole or track that is specially designed for bay windows.
Q: How do I measure floor to ceiling curtains for arched windows?
A: Arched windows are also difficult to measure, as they have a curved top. You will need to measure the length from the highest point of the arch to where you want your curtain to end. You will also need to use a curtain pole or track that can bend to fit the arch.
Q: How do I measure floor to ceiling curtains for French doors?
A: French doors are easy to measure, as they are usually rectangular. You will need to measure the length from the top of the door frame to where you want your curtain to end. You will also need to use a curtain pole or track that is mounted above the door frame and extends beyond it on both sides.
I hope you found this tutorial on how to measure floor to ceiling curtains helpful and informative. Measuring floor to ceiling curtains is not hard, but it does require some precision and care. By following these steps, you can ensure you get the right length for your curtains and make your room look more spacious and elegant
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