2021 5 3 nbsp 0183 32 When choosing a curtain rod look for a rod that is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm thick for good aesthetics and curtain support Measure 3–6 inches 7 6–15 2 cm beyond the window frame for rod length Extending your curtain rod 3–6 inches 7 6–15 2 cm beyond the frame of your window makes your window seem larger and allows additional light
Cut the rod down with a hacksaw and just slipped it in Definitely requires two people the rod needs to be balanced because it doesn t screw in but for just over 30 with a 5 coupon at Ace I ve got a very cool looking industrial style French curtain rod
2014 5 30 nbsp 0183 32 When ordering any size curtain you have to remember that the rods always have to be at least 188 smaller then the curtains opening which would mean the correct size rod for a 3 valance would be a 2 189 wide pocket curtain rod You need the rod to have some wiggle room to actually get through the pocket If the rod is the same exact size as
2019 9 22 nbsp 0183 32 If you are opting for wave curtains you will need a curtain track that is compatible with the wave heading style Silent Gliss is the main manufacturer of wave curtain tracks and they advise that their standard wave gliders are suitable for curtains that weigh 2 5kg metre When choosing a wave curtain track you may see the option for wave
2021 2 5 nbsp 0183 32 What size curtain rings do I need for a 1 inch rod Choose a drapery ring with an inside diameter 189 inch larger than the diameter of the pole or rod For example if you have a 1 inch diameter rod the appropriate ring will have an inside diameter of 1 189 inches
Simple steps to measure for drapery rods How to determine the size curtain rod you need 5 Year Guaranteed to Love Who is covered Warranties cover the original purchaser of the window blinds and shades What is covered
Standard Curtain Rod Recommended for eyelet curtains The standard curtain rod is one works perfectly with eyelet curtains The 40mm diameter eyelet rings slide perfectly over a 36mm diameter curtain rod and QuickFit offers many different styles of
What size rod pocket do you need Here are some basic guidelines for determining what size of a rod pocket you will need for various sized curtain rods Having the correct sized rod pocket will make all the difference in how the drapery will look once it
To accomplish that you would need to make sure the curtain rod is at least 20 inches larger than the original window size of 48 inches or 68 inches This would result in all 48 inches of window glass showing when curtains are fully opened
2022 2 8 nbsp 0183 32 The door is 72 inches wide so that means you ll need an 80 inch curtain rod How high do you hang 84 inch curtains with grommets If you are interested in a curtain with grommet tops there will usually be an inch and half of fabric above the top of the grommet
2020 10 13 nbsp 0183 32 Rod pocket curtains also called pole top or casement curtains are a classic and classy way to hang drapery A casing sewn onto the back of the curtain panel at the top allows the rod to slip through unseen Panels bunch in gathers on the rod for a soft look with clean lines No hardware is required to fix the curtain to the rod
2018 12 9 nbsp 0183 32 A grommet that is 1 4 inch larger than the rod diameter slides smoothly along the rod For example a common 1 5 8 inch grommet glides over a 1 3 8 inch diameter rod It s large enough to allow
2021 9 30 nbsp 0183 32 Before getting into the different kinds of curtain rods it can pay to familiarize yourself with the hardware and accessories commonly used to hang curtains Depending on your choice of curtain and rod a few common pieces of hardware you may need include Finials These are the ends of a curtain rod that prevent the curtain from sliding off
Eyelet curtains that is also known as ring top curtains are one of the curtain headings You can use them with curtain poles There is no standard size of curtain eyelets You can find a variety of curtain eyelets in many sizes to suit all curtain pole diameters which can be listed as 25mm 40mm 50mm and 66mm
2019 8 24 nbsp 0183 32 Let s start by selecting your desired style wood metal or wrought iron and then choosing what size curtain rod diameter is needed All curtain rods are measured by their diameter meaning the width of the pole s cross section Common curtain rod diameters are typically between 1 3 inches depending on the weight of your curtains
Curtain rod diameter sizes range between a half inch to three inches varying according to its material and the weight of your fabric Heavier fabrics need thicker rods and sturdy brackets For wood curtain rods the diameters available are between 1 ⅜ inch and three inches Whereas wrought iron hollow rods and other metal rods are more
2020 3 1 nbsp 0183 32 The standard shower curtain height is around 72 inches Subsequently question is what size shower curtain do I need for a curved rod A standard shower curtain 70 quot x 70 quot will work for a curved or straight curtain rod If you want a little more slack in the fabric
2010 8 20 nbsp 0183 32 How to measure for a curtain rod First you need to know that your drapery rod should generally be 10 – 15 inches longer on each side of the window to allow for the fabric to hang on each side In the two photos below it appears as if
Tab Top Panels are manufactured with a fabric tab header that can accommodate a curtain rod up to 1 1 4 quot in diameter This allows the tab top curtain to work nicely with most decorative curtain rods A decorative rod is used since the curtain rod will be visible
Before you buy your curtain rod take the time to measure your window This will help you figure out how long your curtain rod needs to be As a general rule of thumb your curtain rod should extend 3 to 6 inches past your window frame An
I m struggling with curtain rods What size ring should go on a rod If rod diameter is say 1 quot how much bigger should ring diameter be Would 2 quot ring look strange Im looking to match the 2 kinda hard to find a source cost effective I need 9 rods at 120 quot each and 140
Curtain or valance sizes The width of rod pocket curtains is stated as the flat out width You would never use the curtain flat out so keep in mind that a 60 quot wide panel will not look good if you try to cover a 60 quot window with it You need to provide fullness by using
bac717 11 years ago You definitely need AT LEAST 1 1 2 quot for a span that long A larger diameter would be eve better I recently purchased rods to use on two windows one 6 feet wide and the other 10 1 2 feet wide I found 1 3 4 quot rods at Country Curtains They are adjustable The longest rod goes to a maximum of 144 quot
2020 8 12 nbsp 0183 32 Rod pockets are the casings at the top of curtains that you slip over the curtain rod Rod pocket traditionally meant stay in place on the rod falling in soft folds 2 Divide that measurement in
Step 2 Choose the curtain rod s diameter It s important to know the diameter of your curtain rod for a couple of reasons First this will determine if your curtain s heading will fit onto the rod You can learn more about curtain headings in our guide to choosing curtains Second this will help you select a curtain rod bracket if your
2020 1 28 nbsp 0183 32 Do I need 2 or 3 curtain brackets For 1 3 8 Inch Diameter Wood Poles Two curtain rod brackets are sufficient up to a width of 60 inches 5 feet For poles over 60 inches we recommend the third bracket in the center to serve as a center support
Brackets The number of curtain rod brackets you need is determined by the type of rod or pole you are considering Here are some general guidelines Kirsch 1 3 8 quot Diameter Wood Poles Two brackets are sufficient up to a width of 60 quot For poles over 60 quot we recommend a third bracket in the center to serve as a center support
2020 5 25 nbsp 0183 32 We recommend a 28mm 1 1 8 quot diameter for general curtain use and for all heavy interlined curtains you should use no less than a 35mm 1 3 8 quot diameter or above One may also ask how do I choose a curtain rod Rule 1 Hang Curtains Above the Frame To create the illusion of a taller window mount the rod four to six inches above the window
You definitely do not want to use a standard 1 rod with a 3 rod pocket the curtain will not stay shirred properly and will look flat A 1 189 rod pocket should be used on a standard 1 curtain rod or with a decorative rod 13 16 diameter or smaller
2021 5 3 nbsp 0183 32 Choose a curtain rod with a diameter of at least 1 inch 2 5 cm Thin curtain rods tend to look cheap and can bow under the weight of your drapes if they are heavy When choosing a curtain rod look for a rod that is at least 1 inch 2 5 cm thick for good aesthetics