Fix the hook at about one-third of the curtain’s height from the floor, at the outer edge of the window. Wrap the tieback around the gathered curtain and hang both loops on the hook.
Measure the gathered curtain
Gather the curtain by hand to the fullness you want, then measure around it with a soft tape. Choose the tieback length closest to that measurement plus 5 to 10 cm, so the rope sits around the drape without cinching it.
A tieback should hold the drape, not squeeze it.
Adjusting the height
- For tall windows or heavy drapes, go a little lower so the curtain falls in a long, soft curve.
- For café-height windows, place the hook at the sill line.
- Keep both sides of a window at the same height; measure from the floor, not the sill.
Choosing a length
Our size guide lists each tieback length against typical curtain widths. If you are between sizes, choose the longer one.
Last updated November 6, 2026
