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Overview:
This project will show you how to hang a curtain rod. Curtains can renew a room. Hanging a basic curtain rod takes only minutes and helps give your room a whole new outlook.
Materials:
screws, nails
Tools You'll Need:
4-in-1 level, 10ft. or 25ft. tape measure, 7oz. hammer, power-lite cordless drill or 6-in-1 interchangeable screwdriver
Before You Begin:
Be sure your curtain rod will support the weight of the curtains. If the curtains are very heavy, or the curtain rod is longer than 48 inches, you may want to use a center bracket for additional support.
Barbara's Tips:
Shallow holes made with an electric drill are called "pilot holes" and allow you to use K tip nail or screw with minimal effort.
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Step 1: Plan Your Enhancements
Decide where you want to hang your curtain rod by holding the rod up to the wall or window casing. Use your level to make sure the position is straight. Placing the brackets from 3 to 6 inches away from the edge of the window frame will give the illusion of wider windows. Placing the brackets close to the ceiling will make the ceilings appear taller.
Step 2: Choose Your Spot
If you are placing the brackets on the wooden moldings you can proceed to step two. If you are placing the brackets on the wall, use the stud finder to locate wall studs. You'll need to use hollow-wall anchors if you're going to attach the brackets directly to the walls. Once you've decided on the placement of the brackets, use the pencil to lightly mark the top of the bracket and the nail holes on the chosen site.
Step 3: Secure the Brackets
Use the electric drill to make shallow holes (called pilot holes) to help you start the screws and secure your hardware to the walls.
Step 4: Curtains Going Up
Slide your curtains on the rod, then hang the rod on the brackets. Take a bow! You just did it yourself!
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