. However, if you do not want to spend the additional money for a professional, there are several websites that can help you purchase custom curtains online . This gives you much more flexibility as far as color, size, fabric, pattern, etc. at an affordable price.
The key to buying curtains online is measuring. You've heard the old carpenter's phrase 'measure twice-cut once'? That is a standard rule to any measurement. You can always remove the excess but you can't add it back on if you measure too short.
There are several good websites for purchasing curtains online . Most sites will explain how to measure your window height, width and length. Measurements depend on what type of window covering you are buying.
When purchasing made to measure roman blinds generally the window measurement is done on the inside of the window sill. However, you can install them any way you want. Each website will guide you through the measurement process so you get the perfect fit.
When purchasing made to measure curtains there are several other factors to consider. The first is how long do you want the curtain? Sill length? Floor length? Floor to ceiling? Or perhaps you are using a cornice or a valence with your curtains. This will determine the length but keep in mind...that is your preference so be sure you know the look you are going for. Designers will buy curtains that are wider than the actual window itself to make it look more substantial in the room.