How to measure – Dressup Windows

How to measure for curtains in 5 minutes or less

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Measure Your Space — We’ll Take Care of the Rest

When you measure, you’re measuring the actual area, not the curtain itself.

Here’s what that means:

Measure from the cornice to the floor (or ceiling to floor), wall to wall, or the exact location where the curtains will be installed. The height you provide is where your brackets will sit.
Don’t worry about making deductions or adjustments — we handle all of that for you.
Simply follow the steps in this guide and enter the true measurements of your space.

Once we receive your measurements, we’ll custom-create your curtains to fit perfectly — with all professional allowances included, such as bracket height, track depth, fabric stacking, and floor clearance.

Your final product will be crafted to sit beautifully within the exact dimensions you provide.

1. Choose Your Curtains “Fit Type”

When designing your curtains, choosing the right fit is key to getting the perfect look for your home..
There are two different types of ‘fits’ for curtains. Find your fit before measuring your window.

The curtain track is attached to the studs in your wall. This option is recommended if you have cornices.

This is because cornices will cause a “top fix” curtain to be positioned too far out from the window, and will prevent you from having a wall to wall look.

Allows you to have a luxurious wall to wall look

The curtain track is attached to ceiling battens

Please note that if you install a “top fit” track only your ceiling plaster, it will not be properly secured.
Check to see what way the battens in your roof run.

This option is not recommended if you have cornices

Cornices will cause your curtain to sit further out from your window, and will prevent you from have a wall to wall look.

Perfect option if your home has a bulkhead

2. Measure your window

Tips for Accurate Measuring

Always record your measurements in millimetres (MM) for the best precision.
Make sure to double-check every measurement before sending it through.
Clearly label each value with “width” or “drop” to avoid any mix-ups.
Remember: width always comes first.
Don’t make any manual adjustments unless this guide or a DressUp Windows team member specifically advises you to.
When in doubt, it’s always safer to be 1mm shorter rather than 1mm longer.
If you need extra guidance, our team is here to help — feel free to contact us anytime.

Measure Your Width

For wall to wall curtains

Measure the exact width from one wall to the other

For curtains framing your window

Measure the exact width of your window
Add 30% to your measurement to provide space for your curtain to stack off the window.

Measure Your Drop

Mark the left, middle and right of where you would like the curtain track to sit. Ensure that they are all level.

• Measure the distance from the top to the floor on the left, center, and right sides.
• Use the smallest measurement as your final drop.
• If the floor varies by more than 20mm, please contact us on 0123 456 789 for assistance.

Measure Your Width

Measure the width you would like your curtains to be
Note: Measure inside of your cornices if you have them

Measure Your Drop

Measure from your ceiling down to the floor on the left, middle and right.
Take the shortest measurement, that’s your drop.
Note: If you have more than a 20mm difference due to an uneven floor or ceiling, call us on 0123 456 789 to discuss.