DIY Curtain Tutorial

[In-frame installation]

★ Curtains are fitted into the window opening in the wall.
★ The appearance is relatively simple and flat, reducing thickness and body size.

Measurement steps
1. Width within the frame:
Measure the top, middle, and bottom, and take the smallest dimension.
Add a pre-deduction of 0.5-1cm to avoid work errors.

2. Height within the frame:
Measure the left, center, and right sides, and take the largest dimension.

3. Confirm lock point space:
Window frame depth minus window post thickness
If the height is less than 5cm, it is recommended to use external frame installation. 

[Outside the frame installation]

★ Curtains are installed on the wall or ceiling outside the window frame.
★ Completely covers the window frame, minimizing light leakage from gaps around the perimeter.
★ Adjust the window proportions to visually enlarge the space.

Measurement steps
1. Frame width:
Total width of the area to be covered by the curtains

2. Height outside the frame:
Total height of the area to be covered by the curtains

3. Confirm the coverage dimensions:
Add at least 7-10cm to each of the top, bottom, left, and right sides.
Blackout curtains can reduce side light leakage.

※ Note: The area covered by the curtains must be completely flat and free from obstructions such as air conditioning ducts, furniture, and woodwork. 

[Curtain Box Installation]

★ Conceals curtain tracks and surrounding wiring for a neat and aesthetically pleasing overall look.
★ Conceal the gap between the track and the curtain to enhance light blocking from above.

Measurement steps
1. Inner width of the box:
The total width of the area to be covered by the curtains within the curtain box.
If the box is to be fully filled on both sides, a 0.5-1cm allowance should be left to avoid work-related errors. 

2. Internal height of the box:
From inside the curtain box downwards, the total height of the area the curtains are intended to cover.

※ Note: The area covered by the curtains must be completely flat and free from obstructions such as air conditioning ducts, furniture, and woodwork.

※ Further Reading  How big should the curtain box be? Is a curtain box absolutely necessary?

It only takes three simple steps!

1. Measure the maximum flat area where the curtains can be installed.
2. Determine the size of the area to be covered within this range = Curtain size
3. Start selecting your favorite curtain items.

※ The coverage area of ​​some curtain types may be reduced due to the left and right parts. Please refer to the "Detailed Specifications" section on each product page for system dimensions, or consult customer service for further information.

How to measure? The three steps are explained in detail below:

STEP 1. Obtain the complete window dimensions

The width and height of the curtains indicated by 【MSBT MANBSITE】 are the overall dimensions including all parts after assembly.

Accurately measuring the dimensions of windows or other planned installation locations is crucial to avoid situations such as tracks that are too wide to fit in the frame, window frames that are too shallow to install, or fabric that is too narrow to cover the window glass.

■ Add dimensions around the window frame to obstructions.

Windows are often surrounded by obstructions such as walls, corners, beams, air conditioners, pipes, furniture, curtain boxes, and woodwork.

When deciding on curtain size, ensure that the area covered by the curtains is completely unobstructed.

The distance from the bottom edge of the window to the ground can serve as a reference for determining the length of the beaded chain pull cord.

STEP 2. Decide whether to install the curtains inside or outside the frame.

The terms "inside the frame" and "outside the frame" here do not refer to the inside or outside of the metal frame of aluminum doors and windows, but rather to the concrete window opening. So please do not measure the size of the window glass! 

This image below illustrates the difference in effect between installing curtains inside or outside the frame:

■ Inside the frame: Installed inside the window frame on the wall, fitting into the frame opening.

The appearance is relatively simple and flat, and it is often used inRoller Blinds,Venetian BlindsWait stiff curtains

STEP 1 Measure the inner width of the frame :
Measure the top, middle, and bottom positions separately. Record the smallest of these three dimensions as the width of the curtain.
STEP 2 Measure the height inside the frame:
Measure the left, center, and right positions respectively. Record the largest of these three measurements as the curtain height.
STEP 3 Measure the window frame depth and the thickness of the window frame handle protrusion:
Window frame depth - thickness of the window frame handle protrusion With a gap of ≥ 8cm, most of the curtain can be completely embedded within the wall frame (while fabric curtains require...). ≥ 15cm) 

■ Outside the frame: Installed on the flat surface or ceiling outside the window frame on the wall, covering the outside of the window opening. 

It can completely cover windows without exposing the frame, increasing the area of ​​coverage and reducing light leakage from surrounding gaps. It can also be used to conceal window size and adjust the visual effect of a space.

For example, decorationCurtain,gauze curtainWait Soft curtains Increasing the width of the curtains will prevent them from obscuring the windows when pulled up to the left or right.

STEP 1 Determine the width of the curtains :
Measure the inner width of the frame + the additional width you want the curtain to cover = required curtain width

STEP 2 Measure the height of the curtains :
Measure the window frame height + the desired additional coverage by the curtains = required curtain height

■ It is recommended to increase by 7-10cm or more in each of the four weeks.
The actual additional coverage area depends on the space conditions or desired effect.

■ If the window already has a wooden curtain box
To maintain overall visual balance, even when installing hard curtains, they are mostly installed outside the frame, filling the area within the curtain box.

In this image, the two small windows on the left are [installed inside the frame] within the window opening, while the large window on the right is [installed outside the frame] within the curtain box.

Have you decided whether to make the curtains flush with the wall or let them extend beyond the frame to completely cover the window? Write down the dimensions…

Important things to note when deciding on curtain size!

■ The width and height of the curtains should not exceed Step 1. Maximum installable surface area obtained
■ It is important to note that the area covered by the curtains must be completely flat and free of any bumps or unevenness.
■ If installing inside a frame/curtain box, it is recommended to reduce the width by 0.5-1cm to allow for flexibility and avoid installation problems caused by slight workmanship deviations.
■ The curtain dimensions indicated on the shipped product are the total width and height including all system parts.

STEP 3. Start choosing and buying your favorite curtain styles.

Yes, you read that right! Measuring your windows and buying curtains yourself is not difficult at all. You can get the measurements done in just the third step and get started.for shopping timeAlright!