How to Measure-Width

The width you enter when placing your order will be the total width of your track.

Width for Sheer Curtains

Decide where you would like to position your curtain track.
The stack width for S-Fold curtains is approx. 1/3 the width of the track. 
For a centre opening ensure you balance the sheer equally on either side of the window or door. Michael recommends approx. 100mm overlap on either side.
*If you wish to split your centre-open curtain unevenly, make a note on the order to this effect (ie. for a centre-open curtain 5000mm total width, make LH side 3000mm and RH side 2000mm).  

Width for Blockout & Room Darkening Curtains

Decide where you would like to position your curtain track.
The stack width for S-Fold curtains is approx. 1/3 the width of the track.
Consider your track placement and overall width to try and place as much of the stack as possible onto the wall. This will free up your glass and allow for more view and natural light.

Measuring Ceiling Mount - Cornices

If you are measuring wall to wall, you may need to consider the cornices. The width of the track will need to be measured between the cornices

Michael’s tip - When you are taking the measurement between cornices, just give yourself about 5-10mm clearance on either side.

HOW TO MEASURE FOR A "WALL" OF SHEERS (track lengths greater than 6000mm)

If you want to cover a large expanse of wall, windows and/or sliding doors with the curtains for a seamless, continuous appearance, then consider measuring for a "wall" of Sheers. You can order separate tracks and butt them together to create the finished width you require. This is a simple process if you get these steps right. 

• Determine the configuration you will need, taking into account where your windows, doors and any other obstructions may be. 
• Measure the total width you need to order (eg. 8000mm total finished width).

When placing your order, follow these steps:

• Order tracks in a configuration that suits your needs, totalling the finished width you need to cover (eg. 2 x tracks at 4000mm each)
• The opening type you need to order is "free floating", this provides great flexibility in positioning the curtain stacks around any obstacles.
• Working left-to-right, number your curtains and the total width you need each of them to be, and place this information in the "notes" section of your order. ie. Curtain #1 @ 1500mm, Curtain #2 @ 2500mm; Curtain #3 @ 2000mm and Curtain #4 @ 2000mm. These should total your finished width of 8000mm. 

How to Measure-Drop

The drop that your order is the final drop including the height of the track.
Consider your Drop Effects (see below) and don’t make any deductions.

Measuring for a Ceiling Mount

Select either Curved, Standard or Motorised Track.
The track is attached to the ceiling.
Measure from the ceiling down to where you would like the curtain to finish

Measuring for a Wall Mount

Select either Standard Track or Motorised Track .
The track is attached to the face of the wall.
Measure from the top of where the brackets are going to be placed (top of the track), to where you would like the curtain to finish.
Avoid placing your track directly above the window frame. By attaching the track higher up you will elongate your space, making your rooms appear taller.

Bracket Options - Wall Mount

For Wall mounts, you have an option to select from either a Standard Bracket or an Extension Bracket.

Standard brackets are adjustable up to 50mm clearance. These brackets will enable you to come over the top of an architrave and ensure your curtains hang without obstruction.

Extension brackets are adjustable up to 90mm clearance. These brackets will enable you to come over the top of a roller blind or plantation shutter ensuring full clearance for your curtain to hang

Michael’s tip - Make sure your floor coverings have been installed, or allow for the floor coverings when measuring the drop size.

Find out more about Track Style & Brackets

How to Measure-Drop Effects

Curtains can be hung in a number of different ways depending on the effect you are looking to create.

Hover

The curtain ‘hovers’ just above the floor. A couple of centimetres above the floor will make cleaning easier. It can also be practical if this curtain is positioned over an exit door or furniture is going to be placed in front of the window. Measure down to the floor.

Just Touching

The curtain just touches the floor for a completed look. Measure approx. 10 mm above the floor.

'Breaking' gently

To create a sense of luxury and grandeur, add additional length to your curtain so that it ‘breaks’ gently over the floor. Measure down to the floor and add another 30 - 50mm to your finished drop size.

*Dont take any deductions.