What's the standard shower curtain size?
The short answer, a full size chart in inches and centimeters, and how to pick the right one for a tub, stall, or walk-in shower.
The standard shower curtain size is 70 or 72 inches wide by 72 inches long (about 178–183 × 183 cm). This is the size made to hang from a standard shower rod and cover a standard 60-inch bathtub or shower stall opening in most U.S. homes.
Every common shower curtain size, at a glance
Sizes vary a little by brand — always check the product label — but these are the sizes you'll see on nearly every shower curtain and liner sold in the US.
Shower curtain size calculator
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Sizing for a specific setup
The standard size is a good default — these guides cover the situations where it isn't.
Sizing for a standard tub
How to measure your tub and rod before buying, plus what to do if your tub is longer than standard.
Read the tub size guide → Guide 02Standard rod size
Rod lengths, mounting height, and curved-vs-straight rods for a standard tub or stall.
Read the rod size guide → Guide 03Standard liner size
Why liners run slightly smaller than curtains, and how to match a liner to your curtain size.
Read the liner size guide →Frequently asked questions
What is the standard shower curtain size?
Most shower curtains sold in the US are 70 or 72 inches wide by 72 inches long. This one size fits the vast majority of standard bathtubs and shower/tub combinations without needing to be trimmed or custom-ordered.
What size shower curtain do I need for a standard tub?
A standard 60-inch bathtub uses a standard 70–72 × 72 inch curtain hung from a rod roughly 5–6 inches wider than the tub opening on each side, so the curtain falls fully inside the tub.
Is the shower curtain liner the same size as the curtain?
Liners are usually made about 1–2 inches narrower than a standard curtain so they hang just inside it, out of view, and drain water back into the tub instead of onto the floor.
What is the standard shower curtain size in cm?
A standard 70–72 × 72 inch curtain converts to roughly 178–183 cm wide by 183 cm long. Sizes outside the US are often labeled directly in cm and can vary slightly by country.
Are all shower curtains a standard size?
No — standard is the most common size, but extra-long, stall-size, and extra-wide curtains are all widely sold for showers that fall outside standard dimensions.
What size rod do I need for a standard shower curtain?
A standard curtain rod typically spans about 60–72 inches, mounted around 6 feet above the tub floor, or slightly higher for a fuller drop.