HOW TO MEASURE FOR YOUR CURTAINS
Bring colour and pattern to any room with the Orla Kiely Made to Measure Curtains. We have four curtain types available: pencil pleat, eyelet, pinch pleat and wave. In this guide we will show you the differences between each of the types, and the available linings to go with them.
CURTAIN STYLES
EYELETS
Suitable for most curtain poles. Check the pole fitting will not prevent the curtain from moving along the length. Every curtain will have an even amount of eyelets.
PENCIL PLEAT
Available as 3 inch or 6 inch. Can be hung on either a track or a curtain pole. When you pull the curtain cords, even pleats are created. Hooks not provided.
DOUBLE PINCH PLEAT
Available as 4 inch or 6 inch. Can be hung on either a track or a curtain pole. A smart header with permanently stitched pleats. Curtain hooks included.
TRIPLE PINCH PLEAT
Available as 4 inch or 6 inch. Can be hung on either a track or a curtain pole. A smart header with permanently stitched pleats. Curtain hooks included.
WAVE
Simple folds create a timeless heading finish. Compatible wave track can be supplied. Gold curtain hooks supplied.
MEASURING FOR YOUR CURTAINS
1. If no track or pole is in position, you must fit this prior to measuring for your curtains.
2. Only use a metal measuring tape and record your measurements in mm.
3. Measurements must be exact for an accurate result.
4. Always measure the width first (across the window) and then the drop (top to bottom).
5. Record your measurements in the same order.
6. Check for any obstructions your curtains need to go around or over (e.g. a window handle). This may change where you fit your track or pole.
7. If you are ordering curtains to the floor, we ask that you take off 1cm from your drop measurement, as your curtains will drop slightly over time.
8. Finally, double check your width and drop measurements to ensure accuracy.
Measuring for your width
For: CURTAIN TRACK
Measure from end to end, and record this as your width (e.g. 1000mm), as shown in the first image.
For: CURTAIN TRACKS WITH AN OVERLAP
Measure the width track (second image) and add the track overlap dimension to the overall track measurement to give a final measurement (e.g. 1000mm + 100mm + 100mm = 1200mm).
For: CURTAIN POLES
Measure between the two finials and record this as your width measurement, as shown in the last image (e.g. 800mm).
For: WAVE CURTAINS
We provide a track with all wave heading curtains. Measure where you want the track to be fitted. The track width will be the curtain width measurement we need.
Measuring for your drop
EYELET HEADING CURTAINS
Measure from the top of the pole to the desired length and record as your drop measurement*. Measure in three places (left, middle and right) and record the shortest measurement. (e.g. left hand image, your measurement will be 1500mm).
PENCIL/PINCH PLEAT HEADING CURTAINS
First decide whether you want to cover the track/pole with the curtains, or if you want the curtains to sit under the track/pole (on the ring).
Cover Track/Pole: Measure from the top of the track/pole to where you want the curtains to finish. Measure in three places and provide the shortest measurement. (e.g. PIC 1 your measurement will be 1500mm)
Under Track: Measure from the ring or hook down to where you want the curtains to finish. Measure in three places and provide the shortest measurement (e.g. PIC 2 your measurement will be 1500mm)
WAVE CURTAINS
A wave header needs a special track to create the wave effect, and we therefore supply the track with wave curtain orders. The track will be visible when fitted. Measure from where the top of the track will be fitted down to your desired drop. Measure in three places and provide the shortest measurement.
*If you are ordering curtains to the floor, we ask that you take off 1cm from your drop measurement, as your curtains will drop slightly over time. If ordering for a window, provide the exact measurement.
Measuring for your pole or track
Always follow the measuring and fitting instructions provided with the pole or track. If there is space around the window, we recommend an overlap of 200mm-300mm at each side and above the window (e.g. A, B, C measurements).
MEASURING FOR YOUR BAY WINDOW
Without a track or pole in position:
If a pole or track needs to be fitted, follow the manufacturers recommendations on how to measure and fit. Each manufacturer will have slightly different instructions on measuring and fitting the track or pole.
Once the track or pole is fitted, or if you already have one in position, follow the instructions below:
FOR A CURTAIN TRACK
Measure from end to end (PIC 1) and record this as your width measurement (Please record your measurements in mm).
FOR A CURTAIN POLE
Measure between the two finials (PIC 2) and record this as your width measurement (Please record your measurements in mm).