More Information Draperies & Valances - Carmine Bedding By Dan River
Lengths:
- Window treatments are measured from the top of the rod pocket to the bottom
of the panel.
- The lengths of curtains and draperies are a matter of individual taste. The
three most common lengths are: to the top of the windowsill, to just below the
windowsill, or to the floor. However, you may decide to choose another length
for either aesthetic or functional reasons. For example, for an elegant formal
look, you may want to have some fabric “puddling” on the floor; or, as a
practical concern, you may want your window treatments to be above heating
vents.
How To Measure Window Treatments:
- Window treatments are always measured width by length, and the width
is always stated first. For example, a 42-by-84 inch panel measures 42 inches
wide by 84 inches long. Standard panels are 84 inches in length, but 63- and
95-inch lengths also are commonly available. The length is always measured from
the top of the rod pocket to the bottom of the panel (the “header” fabric above
the rod pocket is not included in the length.)
- Standard window size is approximately 36 to 45 inches wide. Valances are
designed to fit a standard window. It is important to keep in mind that width is
a strait measure of window treatments. Most valances should be ruffled to
achieve the desired look. A valance measuring 72 inches in width will measure
less than 72 inches when ruffled. A general rule is to multiply the width of
your window by 1.5 to 2, in order to find the width of drapery or valance
needed.
