Use and Care Manual

When preparing for window treatments, properly measuring your space is critical.

In this guide, we go over what tools you’ll need and provide step-by-step instructi

ons on how to correctly measure.

Before You Begin: Tools You'll Need

Before beginning, you'll need the following items:

Metal tape measure (a cloth measuring tape could give you inaccurate readings)

Pencil and paper

Hand saw

Level (to make sure everything is lined up properly)

Rod with mounting brackets and hardware

Drill with either a 3/32-inch bit (for wall studs) or a ¼-inch bit (for drywall)

A Guide to Curtain Measuring and Installation

Standard screwdriver

How to Measure and Install Drapery Rods and Curtains

Now that you have your tools available, it's time to measure and install your

drapery rod. We recommend that you fully read through these instructions before

starting. Be sure to double check measurements and go slow — there's no need

to rush.

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A Guide to Curtain Measuring and Installation When preparing for window treatments, properly measuring your space is critical. In this guide, we go over what tools you’ll need and provide step-by-step instructi ons on how to correctly measure.
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Step 1: Measure by Width and Length Window Curtain Measuring Diagram Window treatments are always measured width by length, and the width is always stated first. The length is always measured from the top of curtain panel to the floor. Measuring for an outside mount: Generally for an outside mount, window hardware is mounted one to three inches above the top edge of the window frame. Measure horizontally from the outside edge of one side of the window molding to the outside edge of the other side.
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Step 2: Drilling Holes Drilling curtain rod bracket holes Drill holes for the bracket screws: Use a 3/32-inch drill bit if the screws will be installed in wall studs; use a ¼-inch drill bit if the screws will be installed into drywall. If you are installing the screws in drywall, you should use plastic anchors. Once you have drilled the hole in the drywall, insert the plastic anchors all the way into the hole. The screws will then screw into the plastic anchors.