Pole Mounted Swags

Measure the Window Width

Measure the width of your window at the top, middle, and bottom of the window frame. Use the widest measurement in inches for the swag width.

Measure the Swag Height

Measure from the top of the rod (or the desired mounting location) to where you want the swag to end. Typically, the swag hangs about 12–18 inches from the rod, but you can adjust based on your preferred look.

Additional Length for Side Panels (Optional)

If you're adding side panels with your swag, measure how far you'd like the fabric to extend on each side of the window. Typically, you'll want to add 2–6 inches on each side to ensure the fabric fully covers the window and stacks neatly when open.

Determine the Rod Placement

If the rod isn't installed yet, decide how high above the window frame you want the rod to sit. Generally, placing the rod about 4–6 inches above the window frame works well, but you can go higher for a more dramatic effect.

Tip: Double-check that your measurements are in the width by height format (W x H).