We’ll help you discover the perfect curtain style for your space — whether you prefer the sleek look of a contemporary Wave, the elegant structure of a Double Pinch Pleat, or a more relaxed, informal finish. Explore our gallery section to spark ideas.

You can choose from our curated in-house fabric collection or browse through a wide range of samples from our extended library. We also offer a carefully selected variety of curtain poles and tracks, from minimalist modern systems to timeless steel or brass finishes — all tailored to suit different styles and budgets.

Step 1: Choose Your Fitting Type

Decide whether you want your curtains to hang:

• Inside the recess (rare for curtains – more common for blinds)
• Outside the recess / wall-to-wall (recommended for curtains)

Step 2: Measure the Width

Option A – You Have a Pole or Track Already

Measure the full width of the track or pole (excluding finials).

• Add 15–30cm on each side if the pole/track is not yet installed – this allows curtains to stack neatly when open.

Option B – No Pole/Track Yet

Measure the window width, then add:

• 30–40cm total (15–20cm each side)
• You can adjust this based on wall space and aesthetic preference

Step 3: Measure the Drop (Height)

If Using a Curtain Pole

• Measure from the underside of the curtain rings to where you want the curtain to finish.

If Using a Curtain Track

• Measure from the top of the track to your desired drop.

Common Drop Options

• To windowsill – add ~15cm below sill
• To below sill – ~15–20cm below sill
• To floor (full length) – stop 1–2cm above floor for neat lookPuddled look – add 3–5cm extra for a luxurious drape

HIBO offers made-to-measure curtains tailored to your preferred drop, including floor-grazing or puddled styles.

Step 4: Curtain Fullness & Style

We’ll handle the right gather/fullness ratio depending on your heading style:

• Wave: needs wider tracks – 3x fullness
• Pencil pleat / pinch pleat: standard 2x to 2.5x
• Eyelet: depends on pole width – usually 1.5x to 2x

You don’t need to calculate fullness – just give us the correct width and drop, and we’ll do the rest.

How Much Space Will Folded Curtains Take Up?

When your curtains are open, the fabric stacks (or gathers) to the side of the window. This is called the stack-back, and the amount of space it takes depends on the heading style and your window width.

As a general guide:

• * For Double Pinch Pleat: stack = approx. 25–30% of total track width (split between both sides)
• * For Wave Curtains: stack = approx. 20–25%, but needs more width for the track system
• * The heavier and thicker the fabric, the deeper the stack If you want your curtains to clear the window entirely when open, we recommend extending your track 15–30cm beyond the window on each side — especially for wave curtains.

Quick Tips

• Use a metal tape measure for best accuracy
• Always double check your measurements
• Measure in centimetres (cm)Measure each window individually – even similar ones may differ!

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