How To Calculate Triple Pleat Curtains: The Ultimate Guide.

The right curtains can make all the difference in a room. Curtains are available in many different styles, colors, and patterns to suit your home’s decor. The most popular types of curtains are floor-length curtains called “draperies.” They’re often made from silk, linen, cotton, velvet, or other fabrics.

Next to the material you select for your curtain panels is the style of curtain you want– whether it’s tab top curtains or roman blinds. But one of the most popular styles are triple pleat curtains.

Triple pleat curtains are typically made from 100% polyester fabric with a white liner that will never yellow over time because it’s not exposed to sunlight. The top three layers of fabric are tightly gathered together and then sewn down by hand for a soft feel that hangs beautifully when draperies are parted open. The bottom layer is made from 100% blackout lining which prevents light from coming in through the window during the day while also.

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What are triple pleat curtains?

Triple pleat curtains are the most common type of drapery. The top three layers of fabric are gathered and sewn down, one on top of the other. This style gives the curtains a soft feel and allows them to hang beautifully when they’re parted open. The bottom layer is made from blackout lining which prevents light from coming in through the window during the day while also giving them a sleek look.

Another benefit is that triple pleat curtains can be tied back, which means you don’t need any help opening and closing them– all you have to do is tie them back with a simple knot.

How to calculate the size of your curtain panels

When buying curtains, you’ll need to purchase two panels for each window. The size of the panels will depend on how much fabric you need to cover your window.

Measure your window (from the wall to the other wall) and multiply this by two to get the width of your curtains. Then measure from the floor to where you want your curtain rod. This is the length that you’ll need for your curtain panels.

To calculate how tall your curtains should be, measure from the ceiling to where you want them to hang and then subtract 1 inch.

If you would like a custom look, take all these measurements into account when purchasing fabric so that they match up with one another.

How to measure the length, width, and height of your window

Before you purchase the right size curtains, you’ll need to measure your window. You can use a tape measure or ruler to measure. First, you’ll need to find the depth of your window and then measure the height and width.

If you’re not sure how to find the depth– it’s measured from the top edge of the window sill to the bottom edge of the window sill. And for width and height, you’ll want to do an inside measurement because it will be less than outside measurements. A rule of thumb is that curtains should never touch the floor as they’re often considered as a floor-length curtain called “draperies.”

Choosing the right type of rod for your curtains

The type of rod you choose is determined by two factors: the type of curtain it’s holding up and the room’s decor. If you’re using trellis-style curtains, for instance, you’ll need to use a single rod; whereas if you’re using straight top curtains, you’ll need to use a double rod.

Curtains with two or more panels — like triple pleat curtains– will require a double rod. You can find rods in one-piece or two-piece varieties. For one piece rods, the fabric is stretched taut across both portions of the rod which are then screwed together at the ceiling or wall mount. Two piece rods are held together by an adjustable bracket that attaches to each end of the rod.

Many people who have high ceilings may prefer one piece rods because they allow for more fabric on either side of the window without having to stretch it taut at all times. This means more fabric can come down on either side of the window so there’s no need to pull material away from the window opening for a fuller look. On lower ceilings, two piece brackets will be needed to support longer lengths of fabric that are too heavy for just one bracket.

Choosing the right length for your curtains

The right length for your curtains depends on the height of your window. The most popular sizes are 69 inches or 84 inches. If you have a high window, choose 69 inches, otherwise choose 84-inch curtains.

If you have an average height window, the best choice would be 71 inches.

The width of your curtains should correspond to the width of your curtain rods on the inside of your window frame. The standard size for curtain rods is 1 inch wide, so if you have that size rod, then you should get 2-inch-wide curtains for an average sized room. For wider rods, get wider curtains.

Choosing the right width for your curtains

If you’re looking to buy curtains, there are a couple of things you’ll need to consider before finding the perfect set. First, you’ll need to measure your window for the appropriate width. If your window is wider than 90″, then it’s best to get custom made curtains that are made to fit your window exactly. If it’s between 50-90″, pick out curtains with a 3″ bottom hem allowance because this will allow them to be sewn onto any length pole or rod depending on where you’d like them hung. The next thing is determining the length of your curtains.

The standard width for draperies is 63″. Once again, if your window is wider than 63″ then custom made curtains may be necessary because it will allow for more fabric and give the appearance of being fuller.

Tips on how you can hang them up

You can hang up triple pleat curtains by tying them to the top of the rod with a cord or sash. They look nice when hung in pairs, but you can also hang them individually. You can also use curtain hooks to hang them. These are typically placed at the top corners of each panel and they attach to the curtain rod so you don’t have to tie anything.

Triple pleat curtains are an elegant way to dress up any window because they give your room a chic and modern finish.

Where should you hang the top edge of the curtain?

The top edge of the curtain should be in line with the upper window trim or if there’s a decorative window valance, it should be in line with the tab top.

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Conclusion

With a little bit of math and a lot of patience, you’ll be able to hang the perfect set of triple pleat curtains in no time!

To make sure that you have the perfect set of curtains for your windows, you’ll need to follow a few simple steps.

Start by measuring the width of your window, and make sure it includes the length from the top of the window to the bottom of the window. Then measure the height of your window from the top to the bottom. Once you’ve got those measurements, you can determine how many panels you’ll need and how long and wide each panel should be.

Once you’ve got those measurements figured out, it’s time to choose the right length and width for your curtains.

Finally, it’s time to hang those curtains up by following these tips:

– Place the top edge at eye level

– Hang one panel on each side of your window

– Hang one panel on each side of your window

– One panel should be hung higher than the other two.