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Blinds and Curtains Measuring Guide

How to measure your windows

PLEASE GIVE EXACT MEASUREMENT - THE MAKERS ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS IN ORDERING

Just read the easy to follow instructions below. Then all you'll need is a steel tape measure, not cloth tape - they stretch. But take care, accurate sizes are essential.

We'll take it from there. In no time at all you'll receive a tailor-made blinds to fit your window perfectly.

If you have any other questions about measuring, please call us on 0845 4744 247

Blinds

The first decision to make is, do you want your blind to fit inside or outside the recess? (Note: If the recess is less than 60mm (2.5") deep, the window opens inwards or there are other obstructions the blind may have to be fitted outside the recess, please call us first if this is the case)

Inside Window Recess (Recess)
Just give the width and height of the recess. We will make minor deductions to these measurements as necessary for the blind to fit in a recess of this size. N.B. It is advisable to measure the width in several places and you should of course quote the minimum width. (When measuring for roller blinds, please take the width measurement from the top of the window to ensure best fit)

Outside Window Recess (Exact)
Decide how much you wish to overlap the recess at each side (suggested overlap is 60mm (2.5") each side) and at the top and bottom. Ideally, when raised, the blind should not obscure the window.

Additional information when measuring for roller blinds. Please note that the cloth width will be 30mm (1.25") narrower than the overall size.

 

 

 

 

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Curtains

Width (all headings)
Measure the entire width of your pole or track. If you don’t have one in place yet, measure the width of your window recess and add 30cm

Drop (pencil & pinch pleat)
Measure the distance from the top of the track or if you have a pole, the bottom of the ornamental ring to 1cm above the floor (2/3cm if you have not yet had carpet fitted but intend to) or 4cm below the window sill.

Drop (eyelet heading)
Measure the distance from the top of the pole to 1cm above the floor (2/3cm if you have not yet had carpet fitted but intend to) or 4cm below the window sill.