Guidelines for Curtain Placement

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Topic: Curtain Placement

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Primary source: https://www.softhome.sg/blog/how-to-place-curtains-in-a-room

Quick Info

Curtain rods should be installed 3-4 inches below the ceiling or crown molding.

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Key points

  • How should curtains fit in relation to the floor?: Curtains should either kiss the floor or hover slightly above it to avoid a dated look.
  • How wide should curtain rods extend?: Curtain rods should extend 6-12 inches wider than the window on each side.

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How low should curtain rods be installed?

Curtain rods should be installed 3-4 inches below the ceiling or crown molding.

How should curtains fit in relation to the floor?

Curtains should either kiss the floor or hover slightly above it to avoid a dated look.

How wide should curtain rods extend?

Curtain rods should extend 6-12 inches wider than the window on each side.

Sources

  1. https://www.softhome.sg/blog/how-to-place-curtains-in-a-room

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