Rod pocket draperies - Chart
Include rod take-up allowance in finished length – see chart:

Rod pocket draperies chart
Standard rod Rod pocket Recommended header Take-up
1" sash rod 1 1/2" 1" 1/2"
1 3/8" wood pole 3" 3" 1"
2" wood pole 4" 3" 1 1/4"
2 1/4" wood pole 4 1/4" 3" 1 1/2"
3" wood pole 5" 4" 1 1/2"

* To be used as a guideline only. Take-up will vary with the weight of the fabric.

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