There are 3 standard shower curtain sizes, and they are 70 x 70 inches, 70 x 72 inches, and 72 x 72 inches. One of these 3 sizes will work for the showers found in most homes. However, there are exceptions, and you may need a different size if you have an oversized shower, stall shower, or a curved curtain rod.
Do shower curtains hang inside or outside?
A shower curtain must always be inside the tub, regardless of what it's made of. If you leave the curtain hanging outside the tube, water from the shower will leak out between the tub and the shower curtain and puddle on the floor.
Which side of the shower curtain goes inside?
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What fabric can I use to make a shower curtain?
The Fabric You want to pick a fabric that stands up to moisture, like vinyl, polyester, or a polyester-cotton blend. A typical shower curtain measures 72" by 72" and a stall shower curtain, 50" by 78". As most fabrics don't come in a 72-inch width, you'll have to put together two panels.12 Apr 2012
What can I use if I don't have a shower curtain?
Shower curtain alternatives include hemp, cotton, shower blinds, sliding doors, pivot doors, bamboo panels, half screens, and open showers. Each alternative has it's own benefits and drawbacks and the one you choose depends on your personal situation.
How do you make a shower curtain out of a sheet?
- Measure the width of the opening the curtain must cover.
- Lay the sheet flat on the table and cut off the sides, top and bottom hems along the lines of stitching.
- Turn the bottom hem up 1/2 inch twice and sew close to this fold.
- Turn the top edge over 2 inches and press the fold.
Should a shower curtain reach the floor?
The average length of a shower curtain is 72 inches long and should be installed 75-77 inches from the floor, that way it isn't touching the floor. However, many people deviate from this for reasons such as aesthetic, preferring the look of the curtain touching the floor.16 Oct 2019
How high off the floor should a shower curtain be?
around 75 to 77 inches
Should bathroom curtains touch the floor?
Yes, curtains should be long enough to touch the floor. With a few exceptions, the longer the curtains are the more stylish and elegant it will look. This is why most standard ready-made curtains are lengthy. But the reality is that various decorating styles use different curtain lengths.