Before ordering your blinds, make sure your measurements are accurate. Use a steel measuring tape where possible and record all measurements in millimetres (mm).
WHAT YOU NEED
- A metal measuring tape
- A pen and paper
STEP 1: MEASURE THE WIDTH
- Measure the full length of your track or rod.
- No track yet? Measure across the window and add extra on both sides, usually 150-300 mm total so the curtains can stack neatly when open.
STEP 2: MEASURE THE DROP
- Place the end of your tape on the top of the track.
- Measure straight down to the floor.
- Do this on the left, middle and right, floors are often slightly uneven. Use the longest measurement.
Decide how you want them to hang:
- Just off the floor = subtract 10-20 mm
- Lightly touching the floor = use the exact measurements
- Slightly pudding = add a little extra
THAT'S IT!
You now have your width and drop. Bring them to us at Shadeworx and we will help you choose the perfect curtains.
Quick tips
- Always measure twice.
- Metal tape = accurate results
- When in doubt, measure a tiny bit longer rather than shorter.