How to Use a Curtain Pricing Calculator for Custom Curtains
A curtain pricing calculator can help you estimate the cost of custom curtains before placing an order or requesting a quote.
Because custom curtains are made based on width, height, fabric type, fullness ratio, and heading style, the final price is not only based on the visible window size. This guide explains how to use a curtain pricing calculator in a simple way.
What Is a Curtain Pricing Calculator?
A curtain pricing calculator is a tool that helps estimate the approximate cost of made-to-measure curtains.
It usually calculates price based on the curtain width, finished height, fabric usage, fullness ratio, and selected curtain style.
What Information Do You Need Before Using It?
Before using the calculator, prepare your basic measurements first.
- Curtain track or pole width
- Finished curtain height or curtain drop
- Preferred curtain heading style
- Fabric type or fabric price
- Fullness ratio, such as 2.2x
If you are not sure how to measure, check our measurement guide before calculating.
Width, Height and Fullness Ratio Explained
For custom curtains, the track width is not always the same as the fabric width.
Extra fabric is usually needed to create folds. For example, if your track width is 200 cm and the fullness ratio is 2.2x, the fabric width before pleating may be around 440 cm.
This is why fullness ratio can affect the final curtain price.
Fabric Price and Finished Curtain Size
The fabric price and finished curtain size are two important parts of a custom curtain cost estimate.
Heavier fabrics, blackout fabrics, sheer fabrics, linen-look fabrics, and special textured fabrics may all have different pricing. The larger the finished curtain size, the more fabric may be needed.
Fixed Width vs Fixed Height Curtain Pricing
Some curtain fabrics are priced based on fixed fabric width, while others may be calculated by fixed height or finished size.
This depends on the fabric roll direction, fabric width, production method, and curtain heading style. A calculator can give a helpful estimate, but some projects still need manual review.
How to Use Inches, Feet and Centimetres
You can measure in centimetres or inches, depending on what is easier for you.
If you measure in inches, remember that 1 inch = 2.54 cm. If you measure in feet, 1 foot = 12 inches.
When submitting measurements, it is best to keep all dimensions in the same unit to avoid mistakes.
Why Calculator Results Are Only an Estimate
A curtain cost estimator is useful for getting a quick idea of the price, but the result may not be the final quote.
The final cost can change depending on fabric choice, heading style, lining, fullness, hardware, production details, and shipping requirements.
What Can Affect the Final Quote?
The final custom curtain price may be affected by several details:
- Fabric type and fabric weight
- Curtain width and height
- Fullness ratio
- Heading style, such as pinch pleat or S-fold
- Single panel or pair opening
- Track, accessories, and shipping needs
When to Request a Custom Quote from Lemonho
You can use our curtain pricing calculator to get an estimated price before ordering.
For large windows, full-wall curtains, designer projects, trade orders, or bulk curtain enquiries, it is better to request a custom quote so we can review the details more accurately.
For more made-to-measure curtain options and project ideas, you can also visit our custom curtains Australia page.