How to Hang Curtains: A Complete Installation Guide for Picture-Perfect Window Dressings

 Curtains Installation Dubai provide privacy, block sunlight and soften the abrupt edges of a window. They also help with sound insulation and can complement the overall design aesthetic of a room. Choosing the right fabric, color and length of curtains is essential to making a room look its best. Hanging them at the correct height can make a room appear taller and wider, while incorrectly anchored or hanging them too low can create a droopy appearance.



 Give you an approximate line for how high to hang the curtains

Before purchasing your curtains, determine the length you would like them to be by aligning a piece of steel measuring tape vertically in the center of the window and then lowering it to the place where you want the bottom of your drapery to rest. Mark it lightly with a pencil and then extend the tape out on either side a distance equal to half of your rod’s width (minus six inches for brackets). This will give you an approximate line for how high to hang the curtains.

 This creates the illusion of larger windows and higher ceilings

Aim for the top of your curtains to be 6 to 12 inches higher than the windows themselves. This creates the illusion of larger windows and higher ceilings, which tricks the eye into thinking a room is larger.

If you prefer a more traditional style, choose drapes that are long enough to touch the floor, or even puddle slightly on the ground for a more formal look. However, many designers prefer a more modern approach that isn’t so close to the floor and allows natural light to filter through the curtains.

The wall where you will be placing the first bracket

Once you have your measurements, enlist the help of a friend to hold the rod and curtains up against the wall where you will be placing the first bracket. If possible, take a photo with your phone to see the rod and curtains from multiple angles to ensure you’re happy with the placement.

 As these hooks can pull free from the wall with enough force

Before screwing the first bracket into the wall, use a level to ensure that it’s straight. Once it’s secure, mark the location for the second bracket with a pencil, being sure to account for any moldings or trim at the sides of the window.

For renters or homeowners who aren’t able to drill holes into drywall, consider using command hooks to hang your curtains. Be sure to choose a size that can support the weight of your curtains and rod, as these hooks can pull free from the wall with enough force.

Conclusion

If you do plan to drill into the wall, be careful not to over-drill and create a divot that could weaken or damage your walls in the future. For a quick and easy fix, you can even cover the holes with removable painter’s tape until you can get around to fixing them. In addition, there are a variety of damage-free rod solutions that can be used in lieu of drilling, including sturdier tension rods and nonintrusive rod designs. Some of these can even be Curtains Installation Dubai without a bracket, making them ideal for areas where drilling may be prohibited.


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