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Curtain measuring, hanging & care
Measuring your curtains
Now you have fitted your curtain pole, it is time to measure and hang your curtains.
Tip: For better accuracy, use a metal tape measure, as plastic tape measures can stretch.
1) Measuring for width
Please note: for pencil pleat curtains we recommend double fullness, two times the width of the curtain track or pole. For Chrome Ring Top and Tab Top curtains we recommend one and a half to two times fullness.
That means...
If you were to purchase pencil pleat curtains for a 229cm pole we would advise buying 229cm curtains as the curtains are sold in pairs, with each measuring 229cm - which provides the recommended double fullness.
Remember: You're measuring the curtain pole or track NOT the window.
Remember: Always allow for overlap of 2.5 to 3cm allowing the curtains to close together helping prevent light leaks when closed.
Curtain Poles:
Curtain Tracks:
If you have a track with a centre overlap, measure for the track width and the overlap.
2) Measure the curtain heading
Now it's time to measure the overall curtain heading and measure the overall curtain length - from the top of the curtain to the finished length at the bottom.
Pencil Pleat Curtains: Pencil Pleat curtain tape has 3 rows for height setting. Please note the appropriate placement.
Curtain Poles:
Curtain Tracks:
Tab Top & Chrome Ring Curtains: Measure from the top of the pole to the desired length.
Measure from the top of the pole to desired length.
Measure from the top of the pole to desired length
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Need any further help or advice? Just call our dedicated curtain helpline team on 0800 389 0282.
Fitting and hanging your curtains
The best method for fitting and hanging your curtains depends on the type of curtain heading you've selected.
Tip: Make sure that when you are hanging your curtains, that one of the rings or tabs sits the other side of the curtain pole bracket. This ensures that when the curtains are pulled together, the curtains will stop at one end covering the whole of the widow space.
Fitting Pencil Pleat Curtains
Curtain tape is used to attach the pencil pleat curtain header to the track or pole. There are three different height settings on pencil pleat curtain tape.
If you're fitting to a Curtain track :
Make sure you insert the hooks into the lower rows so that the track isn't visible.
If you're fitting to a Curtain pole :
Insert the hooks into the top row so the curtain hangs below the pole.
Tab Top and Chrome Ring Top Curtains
Tab top and chrome ring top curtains can be fitted directly on to the pole. The final ring or tab should be placed between the bracket and the decorative knob on the end of the pole (also known as a finial), to ensure an even hang.
Caring for your curtains
- Remember to remove all curtain accessories such as holdbacks and hooks before cleaning your curtains.
- Avoid machine washing curtains at high temperatures or for longer than necessary.
- Lined curtains need to be dry cleaned.
- Voiles should be hand washed in lukewarm water and left to drip dry.
