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Adding curtains to a window is a great
way to enhance a room or adjust lighting. The most important
part of a curtain is what's holding it up, and installing curtain
rods are the first step to making window treatments look great.A few basic items you will need in
order to install curtain rods are brackets, curtains, a drill and
a level for measuring, and of course, a tape measure and something
to mark with, preferable a pencil. Most curtain rods come with appropriate
brackets that can be purchased in the store, so be sure to find
the proper size rod before installation. Decide whether or not you
want to install the rod on the wall or within the window casing,
and be sure to use anchors if the rod will be attached to
drywall as opposed to wood window frames or studs found in the walls.* Hold the rod in the desired location
on the window or wall and use a level to determine if the rod is
straight. Place the curtain rod brackets about three to six inches
from the edge of the window, depending on how you like it and where
the desired curtains will hang. Use a pencil to mark a location
for the brackets on the wall, as well as mark the location for the
holes.
* Drill shallow holes on the pencil marks that can assist in starting
the screw or anchors into the wall. This can be done with a nail,
a screw or by tapping the curtain rod bracket screw with a hammer.
Not too far! Attach the screws and or anchors through the bracket
into the wall or window casing. Most often, the screws are also
included within the curtain rod assembly, but if not, be sure to
check the size before installation to save time. If you have a larger window and the
rod may be more than 48 inches long, a center bracket is a good
idea to help support the weight of both the rod and curtains. Also
be sure to find a proper rod for the style curtains you are selecting.
Heavy curtains need a sturdier rod than typical aluminum
styles. Use wall fasteners or wall anchors also if the weight of
the rod and curtains puts too much stress on the wall and screws.
Hanging a great set of curtains can
be accomplished in a rather short period of time, but the most important
thing to remember is to take your time. This is not a job you want
to rush through!
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