Where should curtain rods be placed?

In most spaces, a rod with decorative finials hung on the wall outside of the window frame will look best and provide the most coverage. Allow about 3 inches on each side of the window. Mark the wall with a pencil to indicate this area. By doing so, you’ll make sure you get adequate light when the curtains are open.

How should curtain rods be hung?

A rule of thumb (from Architectural Digest) is that curtains should be hung between four to six inches above the window frame, so install your curtain rod accordingly. When you hang the curtain rod high, it will make the window appear taller.

Do curtain rods need to be hang on studs?

Well, you do NOT need a stud to hang a curtain rod, but you will need a special type of wall anchor to hold the weight. There are two different types I like to use: a drywall anchor or toggle bolts. TIP: If you could have a stud in your wall, use a 1/8″ drill bit to check first.

Do you need a stud finder to hang curtains?

Well, you do NOT need a stud to hang a curtain rod, but you will need a special type of wall anchor to hold the weight. There are two different types I like to use: a drywall anchor or toggle bolts. TIP: If you could have a stud in your wall, use a 1/8″ drill bit to check first. You will know if there is wood!

How far apart should curtain rod brackets be?

Use a pencil to mark the drill holes for your brackets. Each bracket should be placed at the height you previously determined and about four to six inches from the side of the window frame. (This will allow you to open the curtains completely.)

Can you install curtain rods without a drill?

A tension rod is a great way to put up curtains without having to drill or nail anything! Tension rods have a spring mechanism inside of them that creates tension when the ends of the rod are pressed against a window frame. If the rod is too short, there won’t be enough tension, and if the rod is too long, there will be too much tension.

How do you put up a curtain rod?

Put the finials on the curtain rod and place one end of the rod in the mount you just installed. Lay the (magnetic) level on top of the curtain rod while holding the curtain rod and the curtain rod mount together and raise them up so that the curtain rod is level.

What is the proper placement for a curtain rod?

Even the height of the ceilings should impact your curtain rod placement decision – the taller the room, the wider your curtains and vice versa. According to Woman’s Day Magazine, the standard mounting for a curtain rod is 4 inches above the window frame and 2 to 4 inches beyond either side.

How do you hang a curtain rod from the ceiling?

Hang Curtains. Slide your curtains onto the curtain rod and insert the rod into the mounting brackets. Tighten the small screw located on each ceiling-mount bracket until the curtain rod remains stationary. If you’re using drapery hooks, slide the empty hooks onto the curtain rod and insert the rod into the ceiling-mount curtain rod brackets.