Understanding Curtain Fullness and Curtain Width (Ungathered)

The type of heading you choose can sometimes effect the curtain’s look and cost. There are different fullness for each heading type. You don’t have to worry. We will use the most suitable amount of fabric to create a fuller and luxurious look.















Guidelines for Measuring

●      Pole: Measure the usable section of the pole between the two decorative ends or finials.

●      Track: Measure the full width of the track.


Example

Heading: Pencil Pleat

Fullness: 2x

Track/Pole Width: 40"

Ungathered Curtain Width

Single: 80" x 1

Pair: 40" x 2

Need 1.5X, 3.0X, 4X gather

Example

Heading: Double Pleat

Approx. Fullness: 1.8x to 2.0x

Track/Pole Width: 40"

Finished Curtain Width 

(Gathered/Pleated)

Single: 40" x 1

Pair: 20" x 2

Ungathered Curtain Width

Single: 73" x 1

Pair: 37" x 2

Example

Heading: Triple Pleat

Approx. Fullness: 2.2x to 2.5x

Track/Pole Width: 40"

Finished Curtain Width 

(Gathered/Pleated)

Single: 40" x 1

Pair: 20" x 2

Ungathered Curtain Width

Single: 90" x1

Pair: 45" x 2

Example

Heading: Grommet/Eyelet

Fullness: 1.5x

Track/Pole Width: 40"

Ungathered Curtain Width

Single: 59" x 1

Pair: 30" x 2

Example

Heading: Tab Top/Slot Top

Fullness: 1.5x

Track/Pole Width: 40"

Ungathered Curtain Width

Single: 59" x 1

Pair: 30" x 2

Example

Heading: Pencil Pleat

Approx. Fullness: 1.8x to 2.3x

Ungathered Curtain Width
Various