How Do I Hang Curtain Rods?

To hang most curtain rods you'll need to have a pencil, measuring tape, hammer, drill, screwdriver as well as a level. Having an extra pair of hands is genuinely beneficial too. You can adhere to the guidelines the come with your curtain rod or simply adhere to these general recommendations.

Keep in mind how you measured to buy the rods? You decided how far out from each side in the window you desire your curtains to hang（Curtain Hangers）. For many windows you'll want the curtain to begin about 1? inches above the window trim.

Now appear at your curtain rod. For standard hidden rods measure out from the window 3-5" (whatever you decided on) and up in the leading 1?". Mark this spot on every single side from the window and make sure it's level, even, straight ¡§C what ever you call it, it's essential! Now just comply with the directions that came together with your curtain rod for hanging that particular sort of hardware.

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

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

How do you do this? You've got to have a stud finder. It's an electronic gadget you can get at a hardware retailer for $10-50. You really only need an inexpensive one particular if you're just hanging curtain rods and the occasional wall hanging. Comply with the directions to locate your studs then mark your spots.

If you're not going to mess around having a stud finder, be certain to attach your rods really close towards the window trim ¡§C you are going to more than most likely find a stud there.

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

Whatever you do, do not waste your time by utilizing screws as well brief to accomplish the job. You've got to acquire that screw through the drywall and in to the wood so it does not loosen later and fall out!

If you're hanging a rod inside the window trim you do not need to discover any studs ¡§C you'll be screwing right into strong wood. You are going to also be employing unique hardware referred to as inside mounting brackets.

What occurs in the event you can't locate any studs or any strong wood to screw into? You have nonetheless got possibilities, and they're going to function well for you. Go to your hardware store and ask for toggles or anchors.

Now, at then finish in the day, just sit back, loosen up and enjoy the view of the function and the new curtains decorating your area!