How Do I Hang Curtain Rods?

To hang most curtain rods you may need to have a pencil, measuring tape, hammer, drill, screwdriver and a level. Obtaining an additional pair of hands is really valuable too. You are able to follow the instructions the include your curtain rod or simply comply with these basic suggestions.

Keep in mind how you measured to get the rods? You decided how far out from each and every side of the window you want your curtains to hang（Curtain Hangers）. For most windows you'll want the curtain to start about 1? inches above the window trim.

Now appear at your curtain rod. For regular hidden rods measure out from the window 3-5" (what ever you decided on) and up in the prime 1?". Mark this spot on every side from the window and ensure it is level, even, straight ¡§C whatever you call it, it's crucial! Now just follow the guidelines that came along with your curtain rod for hanging that certain kind of hardware.

For exposed curtain rods, like today's well-liked Decorative Curtain Rods, you will wish to establish exactly where to hang the brackets. Adhere to the above directions for any hidden rod, except you are going to be marking the spot the bracket hangs ¡§C which could a diverse distance in the window.

Here's some truly useful details: find out exactly where the "cripple studs" are located. They're wood studs appropriate about your window. Learn how far out from your window they extend and you will have an easy-breezy time hanging your rod ¡§C you won't need anchors or cussing or lots of beer later.

How do you do that? You've got to possess a stud finder. It really is an electronic gadget you will get at a hardware shop for $10-50. You truly only need to have an affordable one particular if you're just hanging curtain rods as well as the occasional wall hanging. Adhere to the guidelines to locate your studs after which mark your spots.

If you are not going to mess around using a stud finder, be certain to attach your rods very close for the window trim ¡§C you'll more than most likely discover a stud there.

(It's also handy to know concerning the window's header（Curtain Hook）. It is a solid chunk of wood appropriate above the window that spans the length in the window. It normally does not extend significantly past the window so you will not be screwing into it for many rods, but you never ever know when this sort of info comes in handy!)

Whatever you do, don't waste your time by using screws also brief to complete the job. You've got to acquire that screw by means of the drywall and in to the wood so it doesn't loosen later and fall out!

If you're hanging a rod inside the window trim you do not need to uncover any studs ¡§C you will be screwing correct into solid wood. You'll also be utilizing special hardware referred to as inside mounting brackets.

What takes place if you can not uncover any studs or any solid wood to screw into? You have nonetheless got options, and they're going to operate properly for you personally. Visit your hardware shop and ask for toggles or anchors.

Now, at then finish in the day, just sit back, loosen up and enjoy the view of one's perform as well as the new curtains decorating your area!