Do Curtain Poles need a wooden batten?
Usually no need for battens if you have a skilled curtain fitter using the correct fittings and a quality pole, even with heavy weight fabric and interlining.
Can you put a curtain pole on a batten?
Here I show you how you can hang curtains without drilling holes by fixing a curtain pole to a wooden batten. The batten is first glued using Sticks-Like-Sh*t, then the pole is attached to that.
How much overhang should a curtain pole have?
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.
Can I put up a curtain pole with no more nails?
Re: DOES NO MORE NAILS REALLY WORK? DA. No More Nails is not bad but there is no glue in the world that will stick up curtain poles because the substrate will give even if the glue doesn’t.
How do you remove a batten curtain rod?
that’s pretty much the way to do it – try and locate the fixings, cut either side so you just leave a small piece of material. you can then split the remaining piece of timber batten with a chisel (pref an old one, not your best one! a flat screwdriver may suffice) and remove it.
How much wider Should a curtain pole be than the window?
To make sure you achieve the perfect fit, measure the recess width of the window and then add at least another 15cm for each side. How much should a curtain pole overhang? We advise that your curtain pole is 30cm longer than your window is wide (15cm on each side).
How big should my curtain pole be?
We recommend that the track or pole sits 15-20cm above your window, and be wider than your window by 15-20cm on either side. If you have a track or pole already fitted, ensure you measure the full length.
How far above the window should a curtain pole be?
Poles are usually fitted about 15cm above the aperture of a window, but sometimes compromises are needed if there is insufficient space or if the coving obstructs. You need to place the pole the correct height above the floor to allow the curtains to hang correctly.
What size batten screws?
T17 Bugle Batten Screws CL3 14g-10
| Gauge x Length | Coating | Unit(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Gauge x Length Please select… 14-10 x 50mm 14-10 x 65mm 14-10 x 75mm 14-10 x 100mm 14-10 x 125mm 14-10 x 150mm 14-10 x 200mm | Coating Class 3 | Pack Qty.- |
How thick should board and batten be?
Bottom boards: 4-1/2” Top Boards: 3-1/2” Battens: 2-1/2”
How far apart are wall battens?
Typically, batten are spaced anywhere from 12” to 24” apart. I think it looks best to space them as close to 18” as possible, but that’s just a personal preference. Our wall is 164” wide, so we used 8 batten (for a total of 7 spaces) with a distance of 19.42 inches between each batten.
How do you extend a wooden curtain pole?
- Step 1: Purchase the Doweling. Find wooden doweling that has the same diameter as the rod you want to extend.
- Step 2: Prepare the Doweling.
- Step 3: Insert the Doweling.
- Step 4: Install a Double-Ended Screw.
- Step 5: Connect the Rods.
What is batten wood?
Wood battens are the thin strips of wood that cover the seams between the wide boards frequently employed in exterior siding. Board and batten siding, popular for hundreds of years, has moved inside as a design element in homes.
How do you fit a Roman blind on a wooden batten?
Place the batten against the top of the wooden window frame, aligning it to the pencil marks. Insert the screws into the holes made in the top batten, the tips should align with holes made in the wooden window frame. Screw the top batten to the window frame. Re-attach (velcro) the blind onto the top batten.
How do you cut a curtain pole for size?
Metal curtain poles can be cut with a hacksaw, or for a totally square cut, use one of our special curtain pole cutters. Wooden curtain poles can be cut with a fine tooth wood saw. Helpful Hint: Always remember that when you are cutting a curtain pole that is in two pieces you must trim equal amounts from each side.
Can eyelet curtains go on a wooden pole?
Wood pole kits usually contain matching wooden curtain rings, but can also be used with eyelet curtains. If you want to avoid unwanted curtain rings, look out for wood pole kits designed for eyelet curtains as rings won’t be included.
Can you hang curtain rods without drilling holes?
Command Hooks
Similar to stick on curtain rods, Command hooks are another answer to how to hang curtains without drilling into the wall. In fact, they even make some specifically for this purpose. All you need to do is hang a hook on either side of the window and pop a rod it, and you’re done!
What size screws curtain rail?
In terms of the size of hole you need to drill, this should be around 6mm so use a 6mm masonry drill bit. When the holes have been made, screw the brackets into position. Make sure you have screws (see our fixings page) which are not to long and hit the lintel or wall as you are screwing in.
How tall should my board and batten be?
While board and batten trim can be installed on an entire wall, from floor to ceiling, or any height you desire, the most popular interior application is about 32 inches up from the floor, similar to beadboard wainscoting.
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