Get the size of curtain pole or track right

• How to hang curtains beautifully
• Decide on your curtain look
• Choose between lined or unlined curtains
• Get the size of curtain pole or track right
• Deal with awkward windows and bays
• Measure right
• Where to buy curtains and accessories

Standard poles come in three lengths - 120cm, 150cm and 180cm - but these can often be cut to size.

If you need a longer pole, you can buy kits up to 360cm long where poles come in two halves joined with a connector at the central bracket.

If using curtain rings, you'll need one ring for each 10cm of pole. Tracks come in 125cm, 150cm and 175cm lengths.

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