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. Possessing an extra pair of hands is genuinely valuable too. You can comply with the guidelines the include your curtain rod or simply stick to these basic suggestions.

Bear in mind how you measured to get the rods? You decided how far out from each side in the window you need your curtains to hang（Curtain Hangers）. For most windows you are going to want the curtain to begin about 1? inches above the window trim.

Now look at your curtain rod. For standard hidden rods measure out in the window 3-5" (whatever you decided on) and up from the top 1?". Mark this spot on each side on the window and be sure it really is level, even, straight ¡§C whatever you call it, it really is essential! Now just follow the instructions that came together with your curtain rod for hanging that specific form of hardware.

For exposed curtain rods, like today's well-known Decorative Curtain Rods, you'll need 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 might a various distance from the window.

Here's some genuinely useful info: find out exactly where the "cripple studs" are located. They're wood studs correct about your window. Find out how far out out of your window they extend and you'll have an easy-breezy time hanging your rod ¡§C you won't require anchors or cussing or plenty of beer later.

How do you do that? You have got to possess a stud finder. It really is an electronic gadget you can get at a hardware store for $10-50. You actually only need an low-cost one if you are just hanging curtain rods as well as the occasional wall hanging. Comply with the directions to seek out your studs after which mark your spots.

If you're not going to mess about with a stud finder, make sure to attach your rods really close towards the window trim ¡§C you'll more than most likely locate a stud there.

(It is also handy to understand in regards to the window's header（Curtain Hook）. It's a solid chunk of wood proper above the window that spans the length of the window. It generally does not extend considerably previous the window so you won't be screwing into it for many rods, but you in no way know when this kind of information comes in handy!)

Whatever you do, never waste your time by utilizing screws also brief to accomplish the job. You've got to obtain that screw via the drywall and into the wood so it doesn't loosen later and fall out!

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

What occurs if you can not discover any studs or any strong wood to screw into? You have nevertheless got choices, and they're going to function properly for you. Visit your hardware retailer and ask for toggles or anchors.

Now, at then finish of the day, just sit back, relax and appreciate the view of your perform and the new curtains decorating your room!