Hanging curtain rods high above the window frame adds height to the wall and works best with long panels or drapes.
How high to mount curtain rod above window.
When you hang the curtain rod high it will make the window appear taller.
Assuming you re outfitting a living room or bedroom with average ceiling height 8 feet high an interior designer s rule of thumb would be to mount the curtain rod about a half foot above.
One rule of thumb is that they should sit 4 6 inches above the window frame.
A rule of thumb from architectural digest is that curtains should be hung between 4 to 6 inches above the window frame so install your curtain rod accordingly.
For the ideal middle ground curtains should hover just above the floor.
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Don t scrimp on length.