French doors are an attractive design element that let in a lot of natural light. However, there is minimal personal space due to the abundance of glass.
By hanging curtains, you may easily adjust the amount of natural light entering a room and create a more private space when desired. However, what dimensions of drapes do French doors require? In that case, please consider the advice below.
Measure Carefully
Taking precise measurements of your French doors is the first and most crucial step. Take precise measurements of the door frame’s width and the distance from the frame’s top to the floor, or wherever you plan on stopping the curtains.
The smooth, delicate effect of drapes created when they pool on the floor requires a little extra length.
When determining the width, remember to account for the door frame hardware on either side.
Take a measurement across the whole width of the doorway, including the area between the doors. If you want your curtains to fit perfectly, you’ll need to take precise measurements.
Consider Room Size
Your curtain size should also be determined by the ceiling height and room dimensions.
Curtains between 84 and 90 inches in length will provide adequate coverage for normal 8-foot ceilings, pooling on the floor to provide a lovely frame for the doors. Curtains between 108 and 120 inches in length will reach the top of a high ceiling.
The curtains should not be too small or too large for the space. Long, full drapes are the perfect complement to a room with high ceilings and lots of natural light. Too lengthy of curtains can make a small room feel even smaller.
Panel Curtains
Curtain panels that cover the entire width of your French doors are the most suitable option. Panel curtains are sleek and neat in appearance. For example, if you have two 36-inch doors, each panel will be 18 inches broad.
Doors with full panels can open and close completely while still providing a subtle framing when closed. Panels should be large enough to overlap substantially in the center for maximum coverage.
Cafe Curtains
Cafe-style half curtains are a terrific option for French doors, as they create a more relaxed, cottage feel. The bottom portion of the door is exposed.
The lower cafe panels offer privacy without blocking all of the light. Cafe panels can be hung on thin rods at the top of the entrance frame. If you want your café panels to be the standard length of 24 to 30 inches, that’s what you’ll need to measure.
Layer With Sheers
Use full-length sheer curtains as a secondary layer behind your primary curtains for the best in light control and privacy. Curtains should be hung on a separate rod right next to the French doors, covering all the glass.
Then, you can mount the main curtain panels in a complementary fabric a few inches in front of the sheers using a separate pole. Layer by layer, open and close the door. Elegant and versatile best describe the layered appearance.
