# How to Measure Material for a Canopy Bed With a Bed Frame
A canopy bed frame consists of four tall bed posts with small rails that attach to each post. With a canopy framework in place, a small amount of material can make the bed a canopy bed. Having the frame in place gives you a multitude of options for hanging fabric. The first thing to decide is how much fabric you want. Choose a long, flowing swag for just the head of the bed or full curtains for the entire frame.
Things You'll Need
- Measuring tape
- Assistant
Instructions
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Full Curtains
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Measure from the top rail to the floor and record the measurement.
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Add 8 inches to the measurement for extra fabric to wrap around the top rail.
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Add 2 inches for seam allowance.
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Add 4 to 6 inches if you would like the fabric to pool on the floor.
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Trim the width of the fabric to suit your tastes. Most widths are 36 inches, which would make a panel 34 inches wide with 1-inch seams.
Bed Swag
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Extend the tape measure from the floor up over the top rail to the rail on the opposite side, and down to the floor.
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Add 2 inches for a seam allowance.
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Add 8 to 12 inches if you would like the fabric to pool on either side of the bed.
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