Guide for Measuring and Fitting Curtain Poles!

Measuring Tips

  • A tape measure made of metal is advised for the accuracy and simplicity of use.
  • Always make sure to check your measurements several times and record them as you as you go.
  • Make sure you are safe using an incline ladder or sturdy chair. Do not over-reach. You will require help with large windows and long poles.
  • When measuring, it’s important to have someone hold the other side of the tape to ensure precision.
  • If you are limited in the space to fix your window, you can take this measurement and write it down. Verify the depth of the bracket of the product you choose to make sure it is able to fit in the window’s opening.
  • If the window space is constrained on both sides of the window, a smaller finial will be better. Finial lengths are provided in the section on finials.
  • If the pole is designed for waves or widely-spaced eyelet drapes, you’ll need the extension bracket. It is also required when you have a exaggerated window sill, to provide enough clearance between your rod and wall.

Fitting Tips

  • Make use of a pencil to mark your ideal locations on the wall, as it will be much more straightforward to remove.
  • Be cautious when taking the fittings and pole out of the packaging. be sure to not use a sharp tool that could damage the contents. For a thorough check of the fittings, take the fittings out and verify their alignment with the fitting instructions that are included inside the box.
  • Before you begin, clear the window sill of ornaments, and shield carpets and furniture from any dust or bricks which may result from the drill.
  • To drill through tiles it is suggested that a drill for tiles is used with no setting of the hammer to protect against breaking them.
  • After you have installed the brackets, it’s an ideal idea to put the pole with curtains off and then stand back to ensure that everything is in order visually. It is crucial to have uneven floors or ceilings.
  • Cleansing the area using a vacuum cleaner after you have put the brackets in place will stop your curtains from being splattered when hanging them.
  • If you’re connecting the pole to wood, you don’t require the rawl plugs or drill simply make a small hole using a bradawl, and then screw wood screws to attach the brackets.
  • If you’re putting your pole to the side of the window, and the size is not determined by the curtains, then place your pole approximately 8-12 centimeters over the frame of the window. This is usually the most commonly used position because it ensures that the tape for headers of your curtains isn’t visible from the outside. It will also limit light leakage when curtains are drawn during daylight hours.
  • If you have curtains, then you’ll have to keep their length in mind at this point, changing the angle of the pole over the window’s opening could help you avoid needing to trim the bottom of your curtains.
  • Pole lengths can be reduced with hacksaws.
  • If you aren’t sure regarding the location of cables or pipes using the help of a detector.

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