How to Measure Hook Curtains?
Measuring hook curtains involves determining specific lengths crucial for correct hanging and appearance. Based on the reference provided, key measurements include the "Hook to Top" distance and the "Hook Drop."
When measuring hook curtains, it's important to identify where the measurement starts and ends in relation to the curtain and the hook itself. These measurements help ensure the curtains hang at the desired height and the hooks are positioned correctly for your curtain track or pole rings.
Hook to Top
The Hook to Top measurement is the distance from the top of the hook upwards to the very top edge of the curtain fabric.
- How to Measure: According to the reference, this is "the distance from the top of the hook. To the top of the curtain". You would typically place your tape measure at the point where the top of the hook sits and measure straight up to the highest point of the curtain fabric.
Hook Drop
The Hook Drop measurement, also sometimes referred to in slightly different contexts depending on the system, indicates the distance from the top of the hook downwards. While the reference is concise, stating "move the tape down to the top of the hook. This will give me my hook drop," it implies measuring from the top of the hook downwards to a specific point, though the specific end point isn't explicitly detailed beyond "This will give me my hook drop." In the context of hook measurements, it often relates to the vertical position of the hook attachment point relative to the top of the curtain or header tape.
- How to Measure: As described in the reference, "move the tape down to the top of the hook. This will give me my hook drop." This suggests measuring downwards from a starting point (perhaps the top of the curtain or header tape) to the top of the hook.
These measurements are critical for curtain makers to ensure the hooks are inserted at the correct point on the curtain header so that the curtains hang at your desired height relative to the track or pole rings.
Summary of Measurements
| Measurement | Description | Start Point | End Point |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hook to Top | Distance above the hook to the curtain top | Top of the hook | Top of the curtain |
| Hook Drop | Distance related to the hook's position downwards | (Often from header) | Top of the hook |
By understanding and accurately measuring these specific distances related to the hook's position, you can ensure your hook curtains fit and hang correctly.
