How to Calculate Stack Back Curtains

Here are the steps to calculate stack back curtains:

1. Measure the width of your window. This is the distance from one side of the window frame to the other.

2. Add 12 inches to the width of your window. This will allow for 6 inches of overlap on each side of the window.

3. Divide the total width by 2. This will give you the stack back for each curtain panel.

For example, if your window is 36 inches wide, you would need to add 12 inches to the width, giving you a total of 48 inches. Then, you would divide 48 inches by 2, giving you a stack back of 24 inches for each curtain panel.

Here is a table with the stack back for different window widths:

| Window Width (inches) | Stack Back (inches) |

|---|---|

| 36 | 24 |

| 48 | 30 |

| 60 | 36 |

| 72 | 42 |

| 84 | 48 |

| 96 | 54 |

Note: The stack back is based on the standard curtain width of 48 inches. If your curtains are wider or narrower than 48 inches, you will need to adjust the stack back accordingly.

Tips for Choosing Stack Back Curtains

* The stack back should be about 1/3 to 1/2 of the window width.

* If you have a large window, you may want to choose a larger stack back to create a more dramatic look.

* If you have a small window, you may want to choose a smaller stack back to make the window appear larger.

* Consider the style of your room when choosing stack back curtains. A larger stack back will create a more formal look, while a smaller stack back will create a more casual look.