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A rule of thumb (from Architectural Digest) is that curtains should be hung between four to six inches above the window frame, so install your curtain rod accordingly. When you hang the curtain rod high, it will make the window appear taller.
How far should a curtain pole extend past window?
For a typical window without architraves, we recommend poles/tracks overhang the width of the window by not less than 15cm (6″) each side (excluding finials). Mark the pole/track and check your measurements again.
Can a curtain pole be too high?
Pole Position: The Height Whether you’ve decided on standard-length curtains or full-length, if your curtain pole is positioned too high it will create a gap between the bottom hem of the curtain and the top of the window-sill (or the floor if you’re going for full length).
How far up should a curtain pole be?
The norm is to leave a 1 – 1.5cm (or ½” – ¾”) gap between the bottom edge of the curtain hem and the floor. Add the ½” gap to the 88 ½” drop from the underside of the eyelets to the hem and this will be the distance that the top edge of the pole needs to be above the floor – i.e. 89″.
How high should a curtain rail be?
Assuming you’re outfitting a living room or bedroom with average ceiling height (8 feet high), an interior designer’s rule of thumb would be to mount the curtain rod about a half-foot above the top of the window frame—even higher if the total space between the top of the window and the ceiling line is less than 12 Feb 16, 2021.
Where should curtain poles sit?
Place all pole parts on the floor in front of the bay window to calculate the position of the brackets. We recommend that curtain poles should sit 10cm above the window. For standard brackets, align one at the centre point of the window and one at each end, placed 10cm from where you want the pole to finish.
How high should you hang curtains with 9 foot ceilings?
In Closing. For a 9-foot ceiling, 96-inch curtain panels are typically a good fit. This allows you to hang curtains that reach the floor, with the rod placed one foot from the ceiling. If you prefer curtains that pool on the floor or curtains that hang higher, just pick the next size up.
How high should you hang curtains with 8 foot ceiling?
How High to Hang Curtains 8 Foot Ceiling. An 8 foot ceiling is pretty standard for a residential home. With this standard height will be safe to put the rod about 6 inches above the top of the framing of the window. This avoids any extra framing and gives space between the frame and the rod.
How high should a curtain rod be for 84 inch curtains?
The length of the curtain dictates the height of the rod. If you buy 84-inch-long curtains, the rod must be mounted roughly 84 inches from the floor if the curtains hang from the rod without rings. This lets the hem of the curtains brush the floor.
How far should curtain rods stick out from wall?
General Installation Recommendations. When installing curtain rods, hang the rod so that it extends at least 3 or 4 inches beyond the window on each side. This allows your curtains to overlap both the window and the wall to prevent light from leaking in around the window’s edges.
How far apart should curtain rod brackets be?
Use a pencil to mark the drill holes for your brackets. Each bracket should be placed at the height you previously determined and about four to six inches from the side of the window frame. (This will allow you to open the curtains completely.)Jan 2, 2020.
What size pole do I need for eyelet curtains?
The diameter of the inside of an eyelet ring (or grommet) is normally 40mm. The ideal diameter of a metal curtain pole for eyelets is 28mm. So if your pole is 28mm diameter or slightly smaller then it will be fine for your eyelet curtains.
Do you need middle bracket on curtain rod?
A center bracket is needed in almost any length greater than 5 to 6 feet, if you want to avoid any sagging. However there are “C” rings that will go over the bracket so that the drapes/curtains can be pulled to one side (either side, in fact).
Do you need a wooden batten for a curtain pole?
Usually no need for battens if you have a skilled curtain fitter using the correct fittings and a quality pole, even with heavy weight fabric and interlining.
How high do you hang 108 inch curtains?
There are a few different options for hanging your curtains. All of these options should first start with the top being at least 4-6 inches above the window frame depending on your ceiling height. The top of most of our windows are 8ft, and we used 108″ panels almost everywhere.
Are curtains supposed to touch the floor?
Yes, curtains should be long enough to touch the floor. With a few exceptions, the longer the curtains are the more stylish and elegant it will look. This is why most standard ready-made curtains are lengthy. But the reality is that various decorating styles use different curtain lengths.
