Draperies and Top Treatments - Yardage calculation
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LDjohan
04-08-08, 03:00 PM
I have 2 windows that I'm trying to make draperies for:
Window #1, the rod's length will be 122", the drapery height will be 90". I want the drapes to be fully functional, so it can cover the whole rod's length. The style will be pinch pleat.
I calculate the amount of fabric I need for this window is 16 yard given the fabric width is 54"
Window #2, the rod's length will be 78", the drapery height is 90". Every other requirement is the same as window #1. The amount of fabric that I need for this window is 11 yard if the fabric width is 54"
The type of fabric that I'm using is polyester.
Are my calculation correct? Will I have enough fabric? Thanks in advance.
Window #1, the rod's length will be 122", the drapery height will be 90". I want the drapes to be fully functional, so it can cover the whole rod's length. The style will be pinch pleat.
I calculate the amount of fabric I need for this window is 16 yard given the fabric width is 54"
Window #2, the rod's length will be 78", the drapery height is 90". Every other requirement is the same as window #1. The amount of fabric that I need for this window is 11 yard if the fabric width is 54"
The type of fabric that I'm using is polyester.
Are my calculation correct? Will I have enough fabric? Thanks in advance.
Shadeladie
04-08-08, 06:35 PM
You don't say whether your fabric is a solid or has a repeat.
So, I figured this on a solid with no repeat, 2 1/2x fullness and a double 4" hem and double 4" heading.
For the 122" rod I come up with 18 yards.
For the 78" rod I come up with 12 yards.
It's always a good idea to get an extra yard or two.
If the fabric has a repeat, you will need even more fabric.
So, I figured this on a solid with no repeat, 2 1/2x fullness and a double 4" hem and double 4" heading.
For the 122" rod I come up with 18 yards.
For the 78" rod I come up with 12 yards.
It's always a good idea to get an extra yard or two.
If the fabric has a repeat, you will need even more fabric.
LDjohan
04-09-08, 09:26 AM
Thank you for the anwer. You're right, it is a solid color fabric :)