Denisa O asked:


The problem is my window is longer than an average rod size. I want to be able to use only one not two seperate rods. My other question would be what hardware to use if I didn’t buy anything conventional that would include the hardware needed.

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Phil Martins asked:


When new furniture, such as a sofa, is purchased, it is almost always necessary to change the window treatments. Many people dread this activity; however, there are some simple steps that can be taken to choose the ultimate window treatment for your home that will be both easy to install and beautiful to look at.

Examine the room

The first thing to do is examine the room. What kind of room is it? Are there a lot of windows? Is it dark during the day? What kind of furniture is in the room? These questions can help determine the kind of window treatment that is necessary. If the room is already dark, then a lighter set of curtains might be the best option. Larger rooms can take heavier curtains. If the room is very small, then blinds might be the better option. The most important thing to remember for this step is that the window coverings should complete the look of the room, but not detract from the overall appearance of it.

Choose colours and patterns

Once you know what kind of room you have and whether a lighter or heavier window treatment will look better, then you can move on to choosing colours and patterns. Some people choose to match their curtains to a sofa that they have in the room. This is a great idea for rooms that do not contain much colour. However, if the room is papered and the sofa is a dark colour or bold pattern, then this is not such a good idea. The blinds or other coverings should not be the focal point of a room. In general, the smaller the room the smaller the window coverings should be.

Look at materials

The material of a curtain or blind can really make a difference in how a room feels. Heavy draperies can make a room feel stuffy, or in the right conditions, regal. Bamboo blinds offer a different feel than metal blinds. A light, sheer material draped over a rod can make a room feel airy and light or cold. It is always best to follow the theme of the room when choosing materials. Lighter materials often go best in airier rooms. However, this rule can be broken in some cases. Playing around with different textures will yield the best results.

Add dimension

For a professional look, add dimension to your window treatments. This can be drawing interest to the curtain rod rather than the curtains themselves. Many professional window covering installers use the technique of adding several different textures to a window. This could be using a shade or blind in the background then adding a curtain on top. Different colours and textures can help make any window look bigger, brighter, and beautiful. Different rod levels and depths will also help increase the dimensions of a window treatment.

Following these simple steps will have your windows looking beautiful and professionally done in no time.



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StangV asked:


Hanging a valance and draperies — using two rods — cant use double rod as curtains will hang too short, valance will hang higher — very tall windows.

Placing a valance on a decorative bronze rod which, so dont want a white conventional rod showing at sides. Any ideas where I can get colored conventional curtain rods?

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verry_cherry_chica asked:


I am moving to a rental home and do not want to leave marks in the walls where my curtain rods will go?

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Shelly R asked:


Hi everyone,
I need to find curtain rods for one of my walls. Basically, the entire wall is a window (sliding glass doors). So this means that I cannot mount curtain rods using the traditional hardware because there is no drywall, just window basically. Does anyone know what type of curtain rod I wouuld need? I would preferably like to do a double rod.

Thanks!!!!

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elaine asked:


We have a steel framed house that has a steel border around the window and drywall on top. We’ve tried to use drywall anchors to hang the curtains, but the dry wall is not thick enough and we hit the steel frame.

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Sunil Patel asked:


“We feel that Orion offers one of the most beautiful as well as one of the largest varieties of finials and drapery rods in the window treatment hardware industry,” said Sunil Patel, CEO. “Our window treatment hardware has been created to give designers a wide selection of iron, resin, crystal, glass, and wood finials, and also of iron and wood drapery rods in an extensive variety of styles and finishes.”

The CEO added that Orion now offers nearly 300 finials (160 iron finials, 20 glass finials, 27 Crystal Finials, 34 wood finials, and 53 resin finials) and more than 37 styles of drapery rods (12 iron rods, 19 decorative rods, and 6 Inlay rods).

Orion, which sells wood and iron drapery rods up to 30 feet in length, in traversing and non-traversing styles, makes all of them available as custom curtain rods or in standard lengths, in custom and standard finishes. With the acquisition of KBlair Finials early in 2008, Orion added that company’s distinctive Inlay Rods, handcut Crystal Finials, and unique resin finials to its offerings.

Asked about new and innovative drapery hardware products, Patel said, “Our most recent introduction is our Designers’ Choice traversing hardware line,” added Patel. This traversing line consists of heavy duty traversing hardware in both iron and wood. It includes single and double traversing rods, all with track available in 4 designer finishes. “And,” notes Patel, “all of these heavy duty traversing rods are available with and without rings – an industry first.” The Iron Art drapery rods are available in 31 finishes and the Wood Art drapery hardware rods are available in 11 different finishes.

“We want Orion to be known as the company which offers the most unique and the widest selection of window treatment hardware in the design industry,” said Patel. “Through the acquisition of KBlair Finials, we now offer that distinctive line of hand-cut crystal finials, which are available as crystal medallions, crystal drapery finials, and crystal stair newels. One of the many reasons we acquired this outstanding company was because of its lovely hand-painted resin finials and its Inlay Rods, which are another first in the drapery rod industry.”

The Inlay Rods are available in 2.25″ and 3.0″ styles, in traversing and non-traversing, in 20 different finishes, and with and without rings. Both crystal finials and resin finials can be used on these Inlay drapery rods. KBlair celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. The company is noted not only for its Inlay Rods, but also for its custom curtain rods, hand-painted resin finials and unique hand-cut crystal finials. The crystal, which come in sizes ranging from a petite 3″ in diameter to a truly remarkable 6.5″ in diameter, was created to give the designer wide choices in window treatment hardware.

“Orion’s goal is to always be at the forefront in new designs and product offerings. In this difficult economic time, we are reaching out to our interior designers to help them by offering an extensive line of finials in iron, crystal, wood and resin, together with iron and wood drapery rods. We provide custom curtain rods and custom finials. Our drapery rods make a designer’s life easier because they come up to 30 feet in length, in an extensive selection of hand-painted finishes, and in traversing and non-traversing styles and with heavy duty hardware,” added Patel.

Orion Ornamental Iron plans to showcase its beautiful line of drapery hardware at the upcoming Window Fashions Show, which will be in May in Atlanta, Georgia.



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Jeremy Ranson asked:


When purchasing curtains, you may be up in the air on what style, design or color you prefer to try next. When you sit down to figure it out you may realize that you that you have so many different options that you have a hard time making your decision. One option that you have is called the cafe curtains.

The Cafe Ambience

These items are wonderful and look extremely well in almost any setting. The cafe atmosphere can now be in your home. The great thing about cafe curtains is that they are simple and basic but they add such a nice touch to almost any window, especially in the kitchen. They can be as simple as making them from a pillow case and clothes pins to professionally made.

When ordering your cafe curtains online you may find that they are affordable and they are also easy to find when you do a simple search. Because they are so easy to make almost every window covering shop online carries them. You can have your choice of style as well as color. For example the white linen can be dipped into a cup of tea to give it an antique look. This type of look makes your curtains look old-fashioned as well as hide the dust more effectively.

Decide On The Rings

Another choice you can make when it comes to cafe curtains is what you would like the rings to be. Not only do they have simple brass rings but you can get them something as simple as ribbons that are tied to provide loops to thread through the rod. You may also want a raw hem or a blanket stitch hem that will make your curtains look even more authentic.

Cafe curtains can also have a checked pattern as well as a design on the front of them. The design can be of anything you feel is important, memorable and more. Place a photo behind a plastic cover that you can sew on your curtains. The photo can be of your home, family, your favorite pet and more. You may like stripes as well and you can have your choice of red, yellow, blue, green with white stripes. Choose primary colors or go for a soft color.

Measuring

The curtains can come in several different sizes so you can find the one that best fits your window size. In order to find the right size for your windows you must first measure them. To do this you will need to measure from one side of the window to the other, on the outside of the frame. You need to measure the top for the valance and the middle of the window where the other section will hang. You will also need to decide how long you want your curtains to hang. Some people like the longer look while others prefer them to fit neatly inside the frame.

Make sure that the cafe curtains that you choose will be the perfect item that says to your guests that you like that color or pattern and you are welcoming them into your home.



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gardnerwilkinson asked:


Bored of the tired, old look of your house? Designing your new house? Either way, window treatments are very much on the horizon.

Window treatments have changed and evolved with time. From the rich drapes of the Victorian era to the minimalist looks afforded by simple blinds, the options are diverse enough to be confusing. So, the first step is to have some idea about what kind of window treatment you want in the room.

If you have decided to stick with window curtains, then, you need to keep a few things in your mind. The right curtains can add to the ambience of the room. It can breathe an air of beauty, restfulness or excitement to the room. However, if you make the wrong choice, it can spoil the entire feel of the room. So, getting yourself the right curtains needs some planning.

Designs:

Lace? Sheer? Velvet? Silk? Printed? Plain? You got it. Too many options. If you’re a novice who wants a stunning interior without having to spend through your nose for the services of an interior designers, the best way is to grab a few copies of a home-style magazine. Visit show homes and attend exhibitions. You will pick up some excellent color schemes and new ideas this way.

Room specific:

Window curtains have to be room specific. So, the curtains you use in the sitting room will be different from those in the children’s bedroom, which will certainly be different from those that you’ll be using in the kitchen. Window curtains have to reflect the atmosphere of the room. For example, dining rooms can carry off a dramatic look, while the children’s bedroom can make use of a vibrant and colorful look.

Color:

The color for the curtains must blend nicely with the color of the adjacent walls. Do not use a very dark color right next to a light colored wall as this may create a severe effect. Try to reduce the impact of a dark window curtain by using a lighter trim or alternating it with a sheer, light colored curtain. Small windows can do without large, overwhelming prints. Instead go for self prints or small prints.

Material:

In any room, the material on the windows must be in line with the material on the upholstery or furniture. Sheer materials are in vogue these days and they are a fine choice because they impart an airy look to the room. However, sheer curtains allow a lot of sunlight and afford little privacy. So you need to combine them with drapes. While selecting window curtains that are always exposed to sunlight, choose a material and color that does not fade over time. South facing rooms are particularly prone to this problem.

The above tips can help you select the right window curtains. If you find it difficult to imagine your window treatment, try to sketch it on paper. This will help you see whether the treatment is too heavy or just right. Again, a magazine or some pictures from the internet could be helpful.

Buying the curtain is only half the job. Make sure that you get it sewed properly. Only this can give your room the beautiful look that you want.



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J asked:


I have a sewing machine and am planning on making curtains for my living room. I would like some guidance from someone who sews and/or has specific knowledge regarding fabrics. I am not interested in sheer or shiny fabrics. Any help would be appreciated! Thanks!

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