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Curtain Size Chart: Standard Lengths & Widths

Quick answer

Standard curtain lengths are 63, 84, 95, 108 and 120 in. Buy a total width of 2 to 2.5 times the window width, and mount the rod 4-6 in above the frame.

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Standard curtain lengths

Standard curtain lengths
Length (in)Best for
63Windowsill or apron
84Standard 8 ft ceilings
959 ft ceilings, floor length
108Tall windows
12010 ft ceilings

Width guide

Per panel width is about 50-54 in.

Width guide
Window width (in)Panels needed
Up to 361-2
36-602
60-902-3
90-1203-4

How to measure

  1. Measure window width and add 8-12 in for the rod.
  2. Measure from rod height to the floor or sill.
  3. Subtract 0.5 in for floor clearance.

Frequently asked questions

What length for 8 ft ceilings?
84 in.
How full should curtains be?
2 to 2.5 times the window width.

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