Stall Size Shower Curtains

Mia Jones Interior Design Expert

Mia is a freelance bathroom designer and writer with over a decade of professional experience. From space planning, cabinetry, storage solutions, and tile design to hardware and fixture selections, she knows a thing about creating baths that strike a perfect balance between functionality and aesthetics.

Updated 01/04/2021

If you have a shower stall versus a full sized shower, the usual curtains are just too big. We give you stall size shower curtains to fix that aesthetic dilemma. These curtains are only big enough to fit your stall shower, and not an inch larger. No wasted curtain. An efficient and pragmatic answer to the issue of having a curtain too big for the shower area.

Buying Guide

If you have recently transitioned from ‘Tub to shower’ like most homeowners are doing these days, then a stall-size shower curtain would be the icing on the cake in your bathroom space.

It ensures that the shower stall, no matter how small the footprint is, gets the privacy it deserves.
It greatly improves the aesthetics. Or at least has the potential to do so, if you get the design right.
More importantly, you can sing, dance, play basketball or do whatever it is that you like doing while showering, without worrying about water splashing all over the bathroom.

However, a lot of homeowners find themselves hemming and hawing while shopping for these. Here are some factors to consider when you go shopping for stall sized shower curtains.

Measure the space

Did the house come with a shower stall? If it did, then you most likely have a standard-sized shower stall for a curtain that runs 54” x 78”. But a lot of homeowners retrofit a shower stall when they realize that it isn’t as comfortable as they expected to climb over an 18” rail every day to get into the bathtub.

Grab a measuring tape and measure the dimensions of the stall:

If you are unsure about which size to pick, measure the width of the shower stall and add 12-18” to it. The extra width allows the curtains to reach the walls on both sides and provides enough flare for those beautiful folds to appear when its pulled.
If you buy off the shelf, shower curtains are available in a variety of sizes. Standard sized ones are 72" x 72" whereas extra wide ones can be as wide as 108".

Fabric curtains vs. Vinyl

Vinyl with its water resistance and low maintenance makes for a great shower curtain material. But off late, there have been concerns about the plastic-like odor and potentially toxic gases that it might be off shooting.

Fabrics like cotton, polyester, hemp, and linen, on the other hand, are completely non-toxic, machine-washable and easy to maintain. Coat it with a layer of beeswax and you have a child-safe water repellant inner lining for the curtain.

Alternatively, you can buy a separate liner for your curtain. It’s an inexpensive, no-brainer solution that prolongs the lifespan of the curtain.

Luxury shower stall curtains made of faux silk or rayon are elegant and can include embellishments like embroidery, borders and patterns. However, these usually require frequent upkeep and aren’t the best of choices for a high traffic household.

Rings vs. Hookless curtains

Hookless curtains are ridiculously easy to install. Just slide the large grommets over the rod and you are done.

Tip: Go rustproof when you pick grommets.

Hooks, on the other hand, are available in a mind-boggling array of shapes, sizes, and designs. There are plastic rings, metal ones, plain, colored, decorative and whatnot.

If you aren’t looking to slide down the rabbit hole, go hookless.

Design

There’s a seemingly endless number of designs to choose from. Before you start to rack your brains, decide whether you want the curtain to blend with the existing bathroom décor or you want a new focal point that stands out.

Solids are timeless and can blend with any type of décor. Whites in particular are a no-brainer choice.
Patterns and prints, on the other hand, need to be carefully picked to coordinate with the vanity or the flooring.