Window Planner
Curtain Rod Placement Helper
Plan curtain rod width, height above the window, and curtain drop before buying.
Curtain rod placement changes how tall and wide a window feels. Planning it first prevents buying the wrong rod length or curtain panels.
Common range: 4–10 inches per side
Common range: 2–8 inches above frame
Curtain hem falls to the floor with ½–1 inch clearance. Elegant, formal feel — most popular for living rooms and bedrooms.
This is planning guidance only. Use safe ladders, check wall material, use proper anchors, avoid drilling near electrical wiring or plumbing, and get help for high or heavy installations.
Know When to Call a Pro
Call qualified help for high windows, heavy rods, uncertain wall materials, masonry or plaster walls, electrical concerns, or unsafe ladder work.