How to Measure Windows for Curtains

Steps

Decide the track position: ceiling fix or face fix above the frame.
Measure the track length, including stack-back each side.
Measure the drop from the track to the finish point at the left, centre and right. Record the shortest for a floor-length curtain.
Note the finish: floor, puddle, or sill.
Note obstructions: air conditioners, cornices, power points, skirting.
Photograph and mark up the wall.

Measure Genie photo markup with a dimension line drawn across a window

Measure Genie voice confirm card with item, width and height filled from a spoken size

Finish options

Finish	Measure to	Note
Just above floor	Floor, then deduct your clearance	Most common, easy to clean
Sill length	Sill	Suits windows above benches or heaters
Below sill	Past the sill	Covers the frame fully

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Frequently asked
questions

How wide should a curtain track be?

Wider than the window so the stacked curtain clears the glass. Agree stack-back with the customer and your workroom.

Do I measure from the rod or the ceiling?

From the track or rod position, since that is where the curtain hangs.

Can I measure for curtains and blinds in one visit?

Yes. Record both under the same room so the report shows them together. Type a label such as "Track" on the confirm card to tell them apart.