This would result in all 48 inches of window glass showing when curtains are fully opened.
Curtain rod length for standard window.
Windows with plenty of wall space on either side can afford a longer rod and larger finials.
Also the hung curtains will completely cover the window frame.
You can find curtains in a few standard lengths.
Measure 3 6 inches 7 6 15 2 cm beyond the window frame for rod length.
To accomplish that you would need to make sure the curtain rod is at least 20 inches larger than the original window size of 48 inches or 68 inches.
The most commonly sought after sizes and styles feature a 1 and 3 8 inch in diameter size curtain rod to a 2 inch curtain rod typically for windows with a length measuring between 66 120 inches.
First because the rod extends beyond the width of the window the curtains won t block any light when you choose to push them back.
Extending your curtain rod 3 6 inches 7 6 15 2 cm beyond the frame of your window makes your window seem larger and allows additional light to stream in.
The curtain will hang 3 inches below the bottom of the window sill.
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