What is the projection of a curtain rod?
Projection is the measurement of the full extension of the curtain rod bracket, front to back, from the mounting plate to the outer point/end. It is measured from the front of the bracket back to the wall.
How far should curtain rods project from wall?
The general recommendation is to install curtain rods so they extend beyond the window by 3 to 4 inches on both sides.
What diameter should a curtain rod be?
The most commonly sought-after sizes and styles feature a 1 and 3/8 inch (in diameter) size curtain rod to a 2 inch curtain rod, typically for windows with a length measuring between 66-120 inches.
How far should curtain rod extend past bracket?
Curtain rods should extend at least 3 to 6 inches past the window frame. Just as hanging curtains above the window frame makes the window appear taller, Bob Vila writes that extending the curtain rod past the window frame makes the window appear wider.
How much wider Should a curtain rod be than the window?
As a general rule, drapes will be open during the day, so make sure the curtain rod extends at least four inches on each side of the window’s inside frame. To create the illusion of a wider window, extend the rod up to 10 inches beyond the window’s frame.
What is a single drapery rod set?
One of the most popular types of curtain rods, single curtain rods feature one mounted bar that rests at the top of your window frame threaded through curtain rings, grommets or pockets of your drapers in order to stay in place. Most single curtain rods can support light to medium weight curtains, sheers and more.
What are curtain sizes?
Standard curtains come in three lengths—84 inches, 96 inches, or 108 inches.
How thick should curtain rod be?
Choose a curtain rod with a diameter of at least 1 inch (2.5 cm). Thin curtain rods tend to look cheap and can bow under the weight of your drapes if they are heavy. When choosing a curtain rod, look for a rod that is at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) thick for good aesthetics and curtain support.