Measure & fit café curtains

Your bespoke café curtain rod will be crafted to your exact measurements.

Whether you're planning or ready to install, here's everything you need to get the perfect fit.

Floating café curtain rods

Measurement tips

 

Here's how to get the perfect fit with our signature floating café curtain rods:

  • Provide the full width of the rod you need - this includes the finials on each end.
  • The finials sit on small hooks, as shown above. Make sure you have space to screw these hooks into a suitable surface - usually the outer frame, casing, or architrave.
  • If you're fixing to a sliding sash window, plan to fix your rods to the casing outside the sliding portion.
  • When measuring for a bay window, remember to leave a small, even gap between the rods in each corner, for a neat finish.

An ideal setup is illustrated below. As always, please get in touch with any questions.

 

Fitting instructions

To mount your rods, you'll need:

  • Measuring tape
  • Drill with 2mm bit for pilot holes
  • Spirit level - recommended but not essential

Each end of your rod has a finial attached, each of which has a small hole for the mounting hooks.

  1. Hold the curtain rod centred above the window, and mark where your first mounting hook will go. Drill your first pilot hole.
  2. Screw in your first hook and mount the rod on this side.
  3. Now the rod is supported on one end, get it nice and straight using a spirit level. Then mark, drill a pilot hole, and screw in your second hook.
  4. Slide your curtain onto the rod, then mount the rod on the second hook.

Note: When mounting, you may need to turn the finials to align the holes. They sometimes come loose during postage.

Recess café curtain rods

Measurement tips

 

To measure up, simply find the exact width of your recess.

We'll supply a finished rod that's ever-so-slightly shorter than your measurements. 

This fitting allows for small adjustments, allowing you to make your finished rod up to ~0.5cm longer in situ. This helps guarantee a snug fit.

Tip: It's best to measure at the point you want to mount the rod. If you have a period property, you'll likely know some walls can be uneven or sloping. 

Fitting instructions

You'll need:

  • Drill and drill bit
  • Flathead screwdriver
  • Pencil
  • Helper (recommended)
  • Wall plugs if mounting into plaster or brick (not included)

Here's how to mount the rod in your recess:

  1. Test-fit your rod in the recess. If needed, turn the fixings anticlockwise to extend the rod slightly
  2. Hold the rod in position and mark through the countersunk holes for your pilot holes
  3. Drill holes and insert wall plugs if needed
  4. Secure the first mount with provided screws while supporting the opposite end
  5. Repeat for the second mount