Fullness is
the extra fabric used across the width or sometimes height of the drape
. Fullness provides a drape with a richer look. It increases the visual depth of field and provides more light and sound absorption. The use, look and budget can help determine how much fullness should be added to a drape.
How much fullness do you need for eyelet curtains?
Heading Styles and Curtain Fullness
– An eyelet curtain will usually have
2 x fullness = 100% of the track width
. – A pinch pleat curtain requires more fabric to sew in the pleats as it gathers up tighter. As such you will require 2.5x the track width or 150% fullness.
How do I choose curtain fullness?
Measure the width of the rod from left to right. A common rule for displaying curtains properly says the curtains finished width should be
at least 2 times the width of your window
(if not more – sheers can be 3 times the window width) to achieve a look of proper fullness.
How do I calculate how much fabric I need for curtains?
There’s a simple calculation to work out how much curtain fabric you need. First,
multiply the track/pole width by your chosen fullness
(eg. Pole width 150cm x 2.5 = 375). Next, divide that figure by the fabric width, which is typically 137cm (375 divided by 137 = 2.73).
How much fabric do I need for pinch pleat curtains?
- Multiply Pole Length by Fullness Ratio.
- Divide this figure by the Fabric Width.
- Round the result up or down to the nearest whole number*.
- This whole number is the number of widths you require to make your curtains.
What is drapery fullness?
Drapery Panels can be flat or they can have fullness.
Fullness is the width of the fabric you use to cover your window
. Store bought draperies typically have 100% fullness. 100% fabric is the exact width of the window. 200% fullness is 2 times the window width.
What is fullness ratio for curtains?
Fullness Ratio is the ratio of the width of the curtain before pleating to its finished width when pleated or gathered. The higher the fullness ratio the more gathered and heavier the curtains will be. We recommend a Fullness Ratio of
1.9 to 2.2 for a double pleated curtain
.
What does double width curtains mean?
The
double 2x panels on a standard window are hung wide so that as much window as possible is visible
. They would cover the window when it was not open. The double 2x panels are hung wide so that as much window as possible can be seen.
How much space should be between eyelets?
Generally, grommets are spaced
about 6 inches apart on center
. The first and last grommet are inset the space needed for the return to the wall, and in front of the window at the leading edge. If there is a window frame, blinds or shades on the window, you will want the spacing to clear what is behind the rod.
Do you need double width for eyelet curtains?
Measuring for ready made eyelet curtains is very simple. There is no need for exact or precise measurements. …
Double the width to determine the total curtain width you need for your window
.
How do I calculate how much fabric I need?
- Width of fabric divided by width of one piece equals the number of pieces that fit into width (rounded down to the whole number).
- Total number of pieces divided by number of pieces that fit into width equals number of rows you need.
What width is curtain fabric?
Curtain fabric is always sold with the length of the curtain (the drop) coming off the roll and the width of the fabric is used for the width of the curtain. Curtain fabrics are
137 cm wide as standard
. Some come wider, some narrower, so it’s worth checking your fabric, but the average is 137 cm so we’ll go with this.
How much extra fabric do I need for curtains?
Fabric calculations – Most curtains will require somewhere
between 1 1⁄2 and 2 1⁄2 times fullness
, depending on the heading and look you want to achieve. I always prefer to be generous and use 2 1⁄2 times the width, skimpy curtains don’t look good and you can always use any extra fabric for cushions or tie backs.
What is the difference between pencil pleat and pinch pleat curtains?
Pinch pleats use more fabric and are fuller than pencil pleats
. The pleats are hand-sewn in and permanently fixed for more luxurious, tailored look. As pinch pleat is a fixed, sewn-in heading, it is important that you quote an accurate track/pole width when ordering pinch pleats.
What are curtain headings?
A curtain heading is
the top piece of the curtain that attaches to the curtain track or rod
. The heading style you choose can dramatically change the overall look of your finished curtains and will influence the type of rod or track you can use.
What is a double pinch pleat?
Double pinch pleat curtains have
small groups of pleats separated by flat sections of fabric
, pinch pleat curtain hooks are used at each pleat, so the curtains are suspended by the pleats with flat fabric between. Pinch pleats give a more formal look and the curtains tend to hang in uniform folds.
