Measurement Guide
Rod Width
No Stackback - equals window width
Stackback Two-Way Draw - equals window width +
stackback
Stackback - The amount of space required to completely draw open the drapery to clear the glass
without obstructing the view. A general rule is to add one-third of window width to allow for
stackback.
Drapery Finished Width - Finished Width = Rod Width + Overlap + Returns
Overlap - The part of a pair of draperies which hides the master carrier and overlaps in the center
when draperies are drawn. A general rule is to allow 2-1/2" - 3-1/2" per drapery panel on a two-