How Do I I Hang Window Curtain Rods?
If you’ve ever hung a picture you can hang curtain rods – same principles, mostly the same tools. Really – you can do this! To hang most curtain rods you will need a pencil, measuring tape, hammer, drill, screwdriver and a level. Having an extra pair of hands is really helpful too. You can follow the instructions the come with your curtain rod or just follow these general guidelines. Remember how you measured to buy the rods? You decided how far out from each side of the window you want your curtains to hang. For most windows you’ll want the curtain to start about 1½ inches above the window trim. Now look at your curtain rod. For standard hidden rods measure out from the window 3-5″ (whatever you decided on) and up from the top 1½”. Mark this spot on each side of the window and make sure it’s level, even, straight – whatever you call it, it’s important! Now just follow the instructions that came with your curtain rod for hanging that particular type of hardware. For exposed curtain rod
