Curtain Rod Placement Above Window

Functional curtains when open must accommodate the folds of the curtain fabric.

Curtain rod placement above window.

Install the second bracket support one end of the curtain rod in the bracket you just installed. Determining curtain placement outside inside the window the ideal position for the curtain rod is 6 inches to the left right of the window trim. Repeat step one on the other side of your window. If you re using a long curtain rod or need extra support for.

Wall mounted rods are usually installed four inches above the window. Position your first wall mount bracket on the wall where you made a mark. For cathedral ceilings leave approximately four to six inches above the window trim as a guideline. Use a carpenter s level to make sure the.

Install the first bracket determine how far beyond the edge of the window the rod will extend. Procedure for hanging traditional curved and track rods step 1. In this case this exact rod positioning works well because the rod is placed parallel with the beginning of the cornice which is very beautiful. Use these tips to make sure you place your rods at the right height.

To find your ideal placement measure down from the ceiling to the top of the trim at the left corner of your window. Drill guide holes where you ve placed your marks for the mounting. For an average single window the 6. In this photo we can see that the curtain rod was placed just about 1 inch above the top window frame.