How Do You Pull Curtains?

How do professionals hang curtains?

Rest easy — we’ve got you covered with our fool-proof curtain-hanging tips and information.

1. Hang them high. Especially in rooms with low ceilings, be sure to hang your curtain rod as high as possible.
2. Hang them wide.
3. Hang them in the right length.
4. Hang the right amount of panels.
5. Hang the right style of panel.

Are all curtain hooks the same?

Curtains use different types of curtain hooks depending on the type of curtain or and the type of rod on which it hangs. For example, pin hooks often are used to hang pinch pleated drapes but not on a standard type of rod.

Can eyelet curtains go on any pole?

In theory all poles can be used for eyelet curtains, however they do tend to glide more smoothly and are more popular on a metal curtain pole. You can purchase some curtain poles specifically for eyelet curtains and rings are not supplied.

How do you hang eyelet curtains without a pole?

To maintain the formal look of pleated curtain panels without having to install a curtain rod, use hook eye screws.

1. Insert drapery pins across the top of your curtain panel.
2. Measure the width of the curtain along the top edge and note the distance between the pins.
3. Mark the pin positions above the window with a pencil.

How far should a curtain rod extend past window?

As a general rule, drapes will be open during the day, so make sure the curtain rod extends at least four inches on each side of the window’s inside frame. To create the illusion of a wider window, extend the rod up to 10 inches beyond the window’s frame.

How do you get curtains to hang better?

Open the curtains before the fabric cools. Fold the panels with vertical pleats. Wrap each vertical stack with wide strips of fabric or other soft bindings to keep the folds in place without adding unwanted creases.

Do curtains lengthen after hanging?

Drapes may stretch. Fabric is made of threads woven together, and there is no glue holding these threads in place. Knowing how the fabric may react after hanging will help you choose fabrics that should not stretch.Loose-weave fabrics tend to stretch more.

Are metal curtain hooks better than plastic?

Metal Curtain Hooks
Our metal hooks are brass or zinc plated and are much stronger than plastic hooks for hanging curtains. Metal hooks are very strong, can be used in direct sunlight and are suitable for hanging heavy weight curtains.

How do you put pleats in curtains?

Seamstresses and drapery professionals keep folds aligned by using steam. If you do not have a steamer, an iron that steams in the vertical position can work. Hang the drapes inside out, with the lining visible into the room. Open the drapes to either side of the window to arrange the pleats neatly in folds.

What is pull pleated tape?

Pull-string tapes produce a range of looks, running from simple shirring to the most intricate pleated heading designs. Like French-pleat tape, pull-string tape for goblet, diamond and pinch pleats is sewn to the drapery heading. One or more pull-strings control the size, depth and complexity of pleats.

How do you use curtain tie backs?

Hang each tieback hook a third of the way up from the bottom of the curtain. Buffer three inches from the edge of the window. For example, if your curtain is 84 inches long, you would place the tieback about 28 inches from the bottom. A tieback for a 36-inch long cafe curtain would be placed 12 inches from the bottom.

What are the curtains called that need hooks?

Pencil Pleat
They are widely used in all sectors and homes. Pencil pleat headings are normally three rows of string threaded through it for three hook positions. The hooks which can be metal or plastic can be put in 1 of 3 pockets depending whether you want the curtains to be underslung or to cover the track.

How thick should curtain Pole be?

Metal curtain poles are generally stronger than wood, so thinner diameters may be used when hanging medium to heavy weight curtains. We recommend a 28mm (1 1/8″) diameter for general curtain use and for all heavy interlined curtains you should use no less than a 35mm (1 3/8″) diameter or above.

How much fullness do you need for eyelet curtains?

– An eyelet curtain will usually have 2 x fullness = 100% of the track width. – A pinch pleat curtain requires more fabric to sew in the pleats as it gathers up tighter. As such you will require 2.5x the track width or 150% fullness.

Where should a curtain pole be placed?

For a typical window without architraves, we recommend poles/tracks overhang the width of the window by not less than 15cm (6″) each side (excluding finials). Mark the pole/track and check your measurements again. Then cut the pole to your required width (excluding finials).

Why don’t my curtains hang straight?

In order for curtains to hang straight, there has to be some heft to them. The weight of the curtains will work with gravity to pull your curtains to your floor and keep them from billowing out.

What to use to weigh down curtains?

How heavy should drapery weights be for outdoor curtains? Heavy link chains sewn in the bottom hem seem to be the most effective at keeping curtains still. Three feet of stainless steel chain with 5/32-inch diameter weighs about one pound. Try to weigh every foot of the curtain with at least one pound of chain.

How do you iron curtains while they are hanging?

If you choose to iron your curtains, use a steam iron (on a low setting) directly on the wrinkled portions while curtains hang. Curtains requiring more intense ironing should be placed on an ironing board with a cloth placed over them to steam iron, flat, on a higher setting.

How can I hang curtains without drilling holes?

Put your drill and spackle aside, and let’s get started.

1. Use 3M Command Hooks.
2. Try Kwik-Hang Curtain Rod Brackets.
3. Use Tension Rod Curtains.
4. Get Creative With Coat Hooks.
5. Try Magnetic Curtain Rods on Metal Doors.
6. The #1 Way to Hang Curtains Without Wall Damage.

Can you install curtains with a screwdriver?

A handheld screwdriver works well for the last few turns. Once you have your brackets attached to the wall, you’re ready to hang your curtain rod! It’s easiest to thread your curtains on the rod beforehand.