A rule of thumb from architectural digest is that curtains should be hung between 4 to 6 inches above the window frame so install your curtain rod accordingly.
Curtain rod height from floor.
I agree plantation would look nice to but they really cut light levels.
End your curtains 1 2 inches off the floor.
Hanging curtain rods high above the window frame adds height to the wall and works best with long panels or drapes.
The longer the curtain the taller the ceilings look and the bigger the room looks.
Floor length curtains end 1 2 inch 1 25 cm from the floor unless you live in a humid environment in which case they should end 1 inch 2 5 cm from the floor because they will stretch more on humid days.
The standard distance from the window casing to the end of the curtain rod excluding finials on each side of the window should be four to 10 inches.
As a general rule drapes will be open during the day so make sure the curtain rod extends at least four inches on each side of the window s inside frame.
If you plan to puddle your curtains you only need to ensure you have plenty of material left over for the puddle.
Put rod right under your crown molding.
Measure the distance from the.
Interior designers note the bottom of your curtains should fall to the floor and you can even let them puddle a bit.
I personally would not want them to gather on floor in a room that can get dirty like dining room.
First find the curtain length then decide where you want the curtain to fall such as an inch above the floor for example or 2 inches below the window bottom.
One rule of thumb is that they should sit 4 6 inches above the window frame.
Keep in mind that floor length curtain panels come in somewhat standard heights of 84 inches 95 inches 108 inches and 120 inches.
Don t scrimp on length.
A curtain rod usually sets about 4 inches above the window but many people raise the rod even higher to make the room feel taller.
When you hang the curtain rod high it will make the window appear taller.