How to Measure for Curtain Holdbacks

Holdbacks that are hung at the wrong height can cause curtains to pucker or droop when they are pulled back. This defeats the look of the window treatments and can block the view from the window when the curtains are pulled back. Measure properly before you install holdbacks for a look that is smooth and neat. Hold the curtains at the desired location before you install the holdback to ensure you have the right look.

Things You'll Need

• Yardstick

Instructions

1. Measure 2 to 4 inches from the edge of the window.

2. Calculate 40 inches from the floor to the measurement you took in Step 1 for long, floor-length curtains.

3. Install the holdback 1 foot up from the bottom of the curtain if you are using short curtains that aren't floor-length.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not drill less than 1 inch from the window recess, or you may damage the plaster.

References

• Poles and Blinds: How to Fit Curtain Accessories