How to measure for curtain rods

We talk about this often, but the length of your curtain rod really is a personal choice.  And it is based on your curtains and windows.  A lot of people measure the width of their window(s) and add 6-8".  That leaves about 3-4" on each side for your curtains to hang.  Remember that the bracket uses 3/4" and the finials go on the end of the rod.

You can add a lot more to the length if your curtains are thick or you want the curtains to pull all the way to the right and left of the window.  But make sure you have enough room for the rod between walls (or in a corner) and for finials in you want them.

If you are trying to frame a window, you probably don't want to add too many inches.

If you are going to draw the curtains only one way, you probably need to add more inches to have enough room on that one side for the curtains.