Before we can measure your windows and ensure accurate dimensions for manufacturing, we need certain things in place. Depending on the window treatment and style, the requirements will vary. Read here to discover the conditions needed for us to measure for window treatments.
Measuring For Drapes
Ceiling to Floor
Sheetrock: tape and bed preferred
Windows: frames and glass installed
Finished ceilings
Surrounding finishes that impact treatment dimensions(i.e. molding, recessed ceilings, etc.)
Ceiling to PTAC
Sheetrock: tape and bed preferred
Windows: frames and glass installed
PTAC sleeves or units installed
Finished ceilings
Surrounding finishes that impact treatment dimensions (i.e. molding, etc.)
Wall Mounted
Sheetrock: tape and bed preferred
Windows: frames and glass installed
PTAC sleeves or units installed
Surrounding finishes that impact treatment dimensions (i.e. molding, etc.)
Measuring For Shades
Outside Mounted
Sheetrock: tape and bed preferred
Windows: frames and glass installed
Surrounding finishes that impact treatment dimensions (i.e. molding, recessed ceilings, etc.)
Inside Mounted
Sheetrock: tape and bed preferred
Windows: frames and glass installed with jambs in final conditions
Surrounding finishes that impact treatment dimensions (i.e. molding, cranks, etc.)
General Notes
Carpet or LVT flooring does not need to be down prior to measure.
If any of the above conditions are not in place at the time of measure, we may need a subsequent measure trip, resulting in additional costs.
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