Size & Measuring Guide
How to choose a length, a projection or a quantity.
Curtain tiebacks
Gather the curtain to the fullness you want and measure around it. Choose the length closest to that measurement plus 5–10 cm.
| Tieback length | Gathered curtain | Typical panel width |
|---|---|---|
| 60 cm | up to 50 cm around | up to 140 cm |
| 65–70 cm | 50–60 cm around | 140–200 cm |
| 75–80 cm | 60–70 cm around | 200–280 cm |
Curtain holdbacks
Projection is the distance from the wall to the back of the rosette. Choose a projection at least 2 cm deeper than the stacked curtain.
| Projection | Suits |
|---|---|
| 8 cm | Sheers and unlined linen |
| 10–12 cm | Lined and interlined curtains |
Fringes, trims and cords
Measure the edge you are trimming and add 3 cm for each join. We cut in 0.5 m steps, from 1 m, as one continuous length.
| Project | How to measure | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lampshade | Circumference of rim + 3 cm | 40 cm shade → 1.5 m |
| Cushion (piping) | 4 × side + 6 cm | 45 cm cushion → 2 m |
| Sofa skirt | Front + both sides + 6 cm | 200 × 90 cm sofa → 4 m |
Upholstery tufts
Count the button points on your piece and add two spares. Packs of 10, 25 or 50.
Where to hang a tieback
Fix the hook at about one-third of the curtain’s height from the floor, at the edge of the window. Read the guide.