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How to measure your windows to get the correct size curtains

Curtina
The Curtina range of ready-made curtains are made with expertly selected woven fabrics for extra luxury.

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Our essentials collection of curtains and cushions. All designed in the UK and will brighten up any room.

In order for you to choose the correct size for your window then please use the following guide.

Eyelet Curtain Guide

Step 1: Fit the curtain track or pole before taking measurements

Our eyelet curtains can only be fitted onto a curtain pole (max 35mm diameter)


If there is no curtain currently in place, then one should be fitted first and positioned around the following dimensions.


• 15cm (6 inches) above the window top

• 15-20cm (6-8 inches) either side of the window edges


Step 2: Measure the total width of the track or pole

Note:

• Don’t measure between the window edges

• Exclude the decorative finials / ball ends (if using a pole)


Follow these steps to select the right panel size for your window.


Step 3: Use this guide to select which is the best width of curtain to buy

Our curtains come in pairs and are available in 3 pre-set individual panel width sizes


• Pole width 35” to 63” (90cm to 160cm) - Choose curtain size (46”) 117cms Width


• Pole width 55” to 87” (140cm to 220cm) - Choose curtain size (66”) 167cms Width


• Pole width 70” to 118” (180cm to 300cm) - Choose curtain size (90”) 229cms Width

Step 4: Select the correct drop (length) of curtain

Last step is to determine the length / drop of the curtain from the pole.


Please measure from the top of the pole to where the curtain should drop to:


1) Pole to window ledge - Measure to the bottom of the window ledge and add 2-4” (5 to 10cm)


2) Pole to radiator - Measure to the top of the radiator and add 2” (5cm)


3) Pole to floor - Measure to 1” (3cm) above the floor to allow for ease of cleaning the floor.

Select the drop length required from our pre-set sizes that is more or equal to your required drop

Note: Choose a drop size equal or longer than the measured required length as our ready-made curtains can be reduced in length at any local clothing alteration to fit your window more accurately if required.

Pencil Pleat Curtain Guide

Step 1: Fit the curtain track or pole before taking measurements

Pencil pleat curtains can be hung from a curtain track or curtain pole. If using a curtain pole then curtain rings are required


If there is no curtain pole or track currently in place, then one should be fitted first and positioned around the following dimensions.


• 15cm (6 inches) above the window top

• 15-20cm (6-8 inches) either side of the window edges

Step 2: Measure the total width of the track or pole

Note:

• Don’t measure between the window edges

• Exclude the decorative finials / ball ends (if using a pole)


Follow these steps to select the right panel size for your window.



Step 3: Use this guide to select which is the best width of curtain to buy

Our curtains come in pairs and are available in 3 pre-set individual panel width sizes


• Pole / track width 35” to 63” (90cm to 160cm) - Choose curtain size (46”) 117cms Width


• Pole / track width 55” to 87” (140cm to 220cm) - Choose curtain size (66”) 167cms Width


• Pole / track width 70” to 118” (180cm to 300cm) Choose curtain size (90”) 229cms Width


Step 4: Select the correct drop (length) of curtain

Last stage is to determine the length / drop required. This depends if you have a pole or track


A) Measuring from a curtain pole

Start the measurement from the bottom of the eye (the small metal ring at the bottom of each curtain ring) to where the curtain should drop to.


B) Measuring from a curtain track

Start the measurement from the top of the track to where the curtain should drop to.

Measure where you would like your curtain to drop to:


1) To window ledge – Measure to the bottom of the window ledge and add 2-4” (5 to 10cm)

2) To radiator - Measure to the top of the radiator and add 2” (5cm)

3) To floor – Measure to 1” (3cm) above the floor to allow for ease of cleaning the floor.


Note: Choose a drop size equal or longer than the measured required length as our ready-made curtains can be reduced in length at any local clothing alteration to fit your window more accurately if required.


Gathering the curtains

Pencil Pleat Header curtains need to be “gathered” before use to ensure the heading looks tidy, see instructions how to do this.

Features

CURTINA Ready Made Curtains

• Heavyweight woven main fabric

• Fully lined light filtering off-white back fabric

• Ready to hang

• Designed in the UK

• Matching cushions available to complete the look

FUSION Ready Made Curtains

• 3” Pencil Pleat Header

• Exceptional value & ready to hang

• Fully lined light filtering off-white back fabric

• Designed in the UK

• Matching cushions available to complete the look



FUSION Blackout Curtains

• Fully lined blackout & thermal coated lining

• Energy saving to keep heat out in summer and heat in for cold winters

• Blackout to keep light out, perfect for the nursery room

• 3” Pencil Pleat Header

• Designed in the UK & ready to hang

• Matching cushions & tie-backs available to complete the look

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