Measuring Door Panel Curtains

Select a panel that is 1 times to double the width of the area to be covered.

Measuring door panel curtains.

For instance if you re looking to cover your front door sidelight panels these door panels are 72 inches. The next step is to measure the width of the window. Don t buy your curtains just so they re big enough to cover a window. By moving your rod up or down a little you can adjust the position of the curtain at your window.

Add 12 inches to each side 24 inches total. Overall curtain length anywhere from the sill to the apron or to the floor is a personal preference and need not be exact. Our door panel curtains have a rod pocket on both the top and bottom panels which can be used with a sash rod or tension rod pair. Shop for door panel curtains at bed bath beyond.

Door panels and sidelights are measured from the top rod pocket to the bottom rod pocket. Buy top selling products like madura batiste rod pocket door window curtain panel and paradise rod pocket door curtain panel. While there is no hard and fast rule it s suggested you add four to eight inches to the width of the window when measuring to ensure complete coverage. Take the total number width plus the number you added to each side and divide that number by how many drapery panels you want in the window.

Calculating the width of the curtains requires a bit of planning but with your calculator and a tape measure you can determine the correct width for your grommet curtains either pre made or. Before you decide what size curtains you need you have to consider where you re going to mount the curtain rod. For example a panel that is 46 x 54 is 46 inches wide and 54 inches long. The headings at the top and bottom are not included in the length.

Measure the width of your window. For a higher curtain placement measure up from the top window frame 20 inches to achieve an elongated appearance. Most people choose to mount the rod 1 to 3 inches above the top of the window. The length you choose for your curtains will ultimately depend on your hanging method and desired look.

Measure the length of the window or area you want to cover from top to bottom. When outfitting your door with curtains we suggest starting by deciphering the size of your door so you can narrow down your options to the panel size you ll need. Door panels and sidelights require two rods one at each end of the panel. If you want your draperies to cover the entire window you will need enough panel width to hang across the full opening.

Double width sliding door panels are available in 108 inch or 120 inch. Whether you re looking to dress a single door or a door with matching side windows our large range of styles and sizes ensures you ll find the perfect fit for your space.