Light, airy, and effortless, our custom cafe curtains strike the perfect balance of simplicity and style. These unlined beauties let in just enough light while still providing privacy, making them perfect for kitchens, dining rooms, and bathrooms. Follow along for a step-by-step guide to finding the perfect fit for your space.
Step 01: Choose Your Rod Height
Rod Placement:
Your rod height will determine your cafe curtain dimensions. Whether you're using an inside mount or outside mount, we recommend mounting your rod at the halfway point of your window.
Step 02: Pick Your Construction
Choose Your Style:
Choose from 6 construction options to find a look that best suits your style and windows. We offer rod pocket, rod pocket with header, double rod pocket, ring top, pinch pleat, and tailored pleat. Check out our Cafe Curtain Construction Guide for a breakdown of each look.
Step 03: Find Your Width
Width Guide:
Windows come in all shapes and sizes. We have you covered with four different panel widths—25”, 50”, 75" and 100”. We recommend the following per construction type:
Step 04: Measure Your Length
Length Guide:
Cafe curtains should land just above the windowsill. Keep in mind that hanging your panels with rings or rings with clips will change your measurements.
Depending on what curtain construction you select, you will need to gather one of three measurements: (1) from the top of the rod to the windowsill, (2) from the bottom of the rod to the windowsill, or (3) the distance between the rods.
Finding Your Panel Length:
- Rod Pocket with No Clips: Measure from the top of the rod to the windowsill and add 0.5". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Rod Pocket with Clips: Measure from the top of the rod to the windowsill and subtract 2". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Rod Pocket w/ Header: Measure from the top of the rod to the windowsill and add 2". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Double Rod w/ Header: Measure the distance between the two rods and add 5". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Ring Top + Tailored Pleat with Clips: Measure from the top of the rod to the windowsill and subtract 2". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Ring Top + Tailored Pleat with No Clips: Measure from the bottom of the rod to the windowsill and subtract 0.5". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Pinch Pleat with Clips: Measure from the top of the rod to the windowsill and subtract 2". Round down to the nearest inch.
- Pinch Pleat with No Clips: Measure from the bottom of the rod to the windowsill and subtract 0.5". Round down to the nearest inch.
*If you add trim to your panels, we recommend subtracting 1” from the length measurement.
Recommended details are based on the dimensions entered and are intended as a general guide only. Final fit and appearance may vary based on individual preferences, mounting style, hardware placement, and measurement accuracy. Customers are responsible for verifying all measurements prior to ordering.
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