how close to the floor should curtains be
LENGTH OF CURTAINS. 1  Floor length curtains should just skim the floor or hang a 1/2â³ above it. 2  You could allow a break of 1â³ to 3â³. 3  To create a more extravagant puddling effect, allow for an extra 6â³ to 9â³ in length.  To determine the measurement of floor length curtains, measure from the top of the rod to the floor.