The
following simple instructions and diagrams cover everything from
beds to blinds. As fabric measuring tapes can stretch, always use
a steel rule. |
How
to Measure Curtains
Measuring for curtains us simple, with only two basic measurements required.
Referring to figures 1, 2 and 3, just follow these simple steps:
1. For curtain length, measure from the where the top will start to where the
bottom will finish. This measurement should include your chosen heading style.
2. For curtain width, measure the track on which the curtains will hang from
end to end. It's advisable to add 10" to 12" of track on either side
of the window, so that curtains can be pulled well back.
3. If you have overlapping tracks, measure both A and B and add these measurements
together to give the total track size, including overlap. You also need to
give C, the overlap size.
We
recommend at least 1.5 times the overall track size (including
overlaps and returns) for slot, tab, tie-tops and random gathered
headings, and twice the overall size for goblet, pencil, inverted
and pinch pleat headings. We're happy to make up to a greater
fullness where possible on request. |
How
to Measure Valances
As with curtains, check against the diagrams and supply us with
your measurements as follows:
1.
Measure the width (A) and return (B), Add A and B to give the
total track size. Please also state B, the return size.
2. State the maximum depth you'd like (A) and, for shaped valances,
both A and B. This measurement should include your chosen heading
style. |
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How
to Measure Pelmets
1. Measure the topboard length (A) plus returns (B). Please state
total length and size of returns (B).
2. State maximum depth (A) and minimum depth (B).
Please
supply sectional measurements for all angled or square bay windows,
with diagrams if possible. |
How
to Measure Swags & Tails
1. Measure the topboard width (A) and return (B). Add these together for the
total size. Please note that we'll need all three measurements. For informal
swags, you need only measure A, ie, between swag holders.
2. Indicate your preferred tail drop (A) and swag depth (B), or leave it up to
us to make up in proportion to your curtain drop and the tail allowance will
be made in proportion.
Please
supply sectional measurements for angled or square bay windows,
ideally illustrated with diagrams. |
How
to Measure Bedspreads
 Simply
supply us with the width (A), length (B), and depth (C) of your
bed, remembering to measure over the bedclothes, excluding pillows. |
How
to Measure Blinds
First
Decide whether you want your blinds to fit
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or outside the window recess. If inside, state the width and
drop of the window recess. If outside, your total width measurement
should include your chosen overlap on each side of the window
recess, plus your total drop measurement including allowance
for your chosen overlap at the top and bottom of the recess.
Then decide if the width measurement |
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your fabric width or pin size (pin size being 1 1/4"/32mm wider
than fabric, ie the most extreme blind width including mechanism. |
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