Are you wondering how to hang your curtains while you gaze at your lifeless windows? Curtains can complete your room’s look, aid in light control, provide privacy and warmth, add to your personal style with provide texture and colour. By hanging them correctly the first time, you can maximise their benefits. You’ll be admiring your stunning new curtains in no time if you follow these straightforward dos and don’ts.
Let’s start with what not to do.
DON’T GO TOO SHORT
Only when installing café blinds should curtains sit well above the floor. All other curtain varieties should fall to the floor. Make sure the fabric rests just on or above the floor with your hanging system, whether it be a rod, rail, or track, by taking meticulous measurements. You can also let them hang a bit longer so that that fabric “puddles” slightly for a more romantic appearance.
DON’T GO TOO NARROW
A curtain rod that is too short decreases the natural light that can come through and makes the window feel smaller. The curtain rod you select should be eight to twelve inches wider than the width of your window. The size of the window and the material of your curtains will determine the exact width. This little ruse can also make your eyes believe that your window is considerably wider.
DON’T SKIMP ON FABRIC
To ensure that the window is adequately covered and appealing to the eye, your drapes should have sufficient of fabric and not be pulled taut over the glass. Your curtains ought to feel and appear full. The drapes should be around 2.5 times wider than the actual window, per our recommendation.
DON’T HANG TOO LOW
When installing your curtain rod, the higher you hang it, the larger your window will appear. Aim to fix your curtain rod closer to the ceiling than to the top of your window. Most curtains will look good around four to six inches above the window frame.
DO CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE FABRIC
The fabric you choose will transform your room so aim to select a curtain fabric that suits both the mood of the room and its function. Lighter blends, such as sheers or linens, can feel casual and filter light, while heavier materials, like blockout curtains, feel more formal and provide more privacy.
DO USE A TEMPLATE
Measure twice, drill once. It will save you from drilling multiple holes in your wall that will need to be patched up! Use a level too, especially if you live in an old house with less-than-perfect walls. You could also use a cardboard template cut out in an L-shape to help you mark the drill hole perfectly every time.
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