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What is the best curtain rod diameter?

What is the best curtain rod diameter?

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 and curtain support.

Are rod pocket curtains good?

Rod pocket fold-over style offers a casual look. It is a perfect choice for the sheer layer in a double layer curtain setup. It is not recommended for every day sliding, especially for non-sheer thicker fabrics.

How do you install wide curtain rods?

How to Hang a Large Curtain Rod

  1. Set up your stepladder under the window in question.
  2. Lightly draw a straight pencil line using the level.
  3. Find the center of the window.
  4. Count how many brackets are included with the curtain rod.
  5. Pick a side of the window.
  6. Mount the center bracket.

How do you hang a rod pocket valance?

Slide the panel rod through the rod pocket on the panels. Hang the panel rod onto the lower rod brackets. Slide the valance rod through the rod pocket on the valance. Hang the valance rod onto the upper rod brackets.

Does diameter of curtain rod matter?

All curtain rods are measured by their diameter, meaning the width of the pole’s cross-section. Choosing a bit longer curtain rod will give the appearance of a grander window and treatment, while also allowing your window’s full amount of natural light inside when the curtains are open.

Are rod pocket curtains hard to open?

Rod pocket curtains are more difficult to open and close because the material doesn’t slide easily along the rod. Rings or pin hooks make adjusting curtains easier. If you use pins or rings, make sure they are strong enough to support the weight of the curtain.

What can A Graber Dauphine curtain rod be used for?

The Dauphine rod can be used as a combination rod, which is ideal for creating layered wide-pocket toppers/valance treatments. The flat valance rods feature snap-on brackets designed for easy one person installation. Need a bay window curtain rod, no problem.

What kind of curtain rods are used for drapery?

Wide Face Continental Curtain Rods Are Used For Valances For draperies with a 3 inch or larger rod pocket, you may need a Wide Face Continental rod. Wide face curtain rods come in two face sizes, two and one-half inch and four and one-half inch. The pocket depth of your curtain will determine which size you need.

What kind of rod to use for valance?

Combo wide face rods are also available allowing you to install both your valance rod and stationary curtain rod on the same set of brackets. Use the wide face rod for your valance and the rear curtain rod for non-operable sheers.

What to do with a broken curtain rod?

I hope it lasts. Replaced/repaired ancient wide curtain rod. My ancient wide curtain rod broke where it attaches to the wall when taking it down and I could not find anything similar locally to replace it. This part allowed me to continue using the rod and is more sturdy than the original one.