Measuring Procedure
How to Measure
Use a tape measure and graph paper, measure as outlined below.
Horizontal Measurement
- Measure from wall to wall at 36" height.
- Measure from corner to window or door opening.
- Measure across opening from trim edge to trim edge.
- Measure from edge of trim to far wall. Compare sum of #2, #3 and # measurements to step #1.
- Mark exact location of water, drain, gas lines and electrical outlets and switches on drawing.
- Measure from wall to wall above window and compare to #1.
Vertical Measurement
- Measure from floor to window sill.
- Measure from window sill to top of window.
- Measure from top of window to ceiling.
- Measure from floor to ceiling — Compare to sum of #1, #2 and #3.

We have provided a PDF document that you can print to help you make your design dreams come true.
You will need a PDF reader (