Curtain Rod Placement Above Window

Install the first bracket determine how far beyond the edge of the window the rod will extend.

Curtain rod placement above window.

Position your first wall mount bracket on the wall where you made a mark. Drill guide holes where you ve placed your marks for the mounting. 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.

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. Use a carpenter s level to make sure the. Functional curtains when open must accommodate the folds of the curtain fabric. Then make a mark.

Repeat step one on the other side of your window. For an average single window the 6. For standard drapes that hang on either side of a window the typical height is halfway between the top of the window. If you re using a long curtain rod or need extra support for.

Install the second bracket support one end of the curtain rod in the bracket you just installed. You may need to make. For cathedral ceilings leave approximately four to six inches above the window trim as a guideline. Wall mounted rods are usually installed four inches above the window.