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Moving to your new dream home soon? Then, no doubt, you long for all the praises from your friends and neighbors for the home decor you planned for years. Certainly, there are several things to be done before you flaunt it. Giving a gorgeous look to your living room or bedroom requires a nicely dressed up window frame. Window frame, curtains, rods all plays a big role in dolling up your home. If you have not decorated it gracefully, something is going to amiss. And, definitely, you don’t want to settle down with something that is less appealing to your lovely home!

You have decided on the stylish curtain panels and draperies to complement your beautiful window casing; and the next step is selecting the right curtain rods and brackets which match your interior design, layout and color. Things look seamless only if you strike wise dealings and right choices!

Find out a curtain rod design which goes well with your interior design in general.

Gone are the days where people go for some simple straight poles. Now, all of us know, there is a huge variety of trendy and smart curtain rods to decorate our window case aesthetically. You can find them in all classy and modern designs and colors. There are stacked square and stacked round models. You can also find ball, trophy and kamrak shapes curtain rods. Pick up the best design which well integrates with your other home décor articles.

What is the dominant color of your home decor? Just keep in mind this factor when you select your curtain rod as it has a lot to do with the overall color theme. If you don’t want to mess it up, choose a color which harmonizes with your interior.

Another thing that gives you considerable menace would be getting a curtain rod that fit into the height and length of your window frame. You can get rid of this pest by paying attention to the dimension of the curtain rod you want to purchase. Your problem is solved when you choose curtain rod which can be stretched or dwindled.

The next point is, never ever compromise with the quality and durability, you may need to search for a sturdy curtain rod as some of them wobble and fail to give a good support to the heavy fabrics used for curtain panels, valance or draperies. You may want that heavy material for your window curtain just because you look for a perfect look and elegance! Therefore, when you go for selecting these curtain rods prefer a reputed online store that cater to interior designs and home decor.

Plus, you can go for other decorative fixings like stylish finials, chic drapery hooks and rings to add more flair to your living room or bedroom on the whole.

The unique and stylish curtain rods can be the conversation of every room. Window rods or drapery rods add touch of elegance to your window decorations.

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What could make your curtains look better when they are hanging up? Your curtain rods. You could add the same old plain white ones that you can buy standard at any store but what can really make your windows look exceptional are decorative curtain rods. Plain ones are a thing of the past. We now have the choice to brighten up and decorate our windows even more with these new styles. The choices that are available are many and varied.

Wrought-Iron And Brass

Most any curtain looks great with a wrought-iron rod. They look great with draperies. They are sculpted in different designs so your true decorative style can shine through. Buy a wrought iron one that has swing arm that can also be used on French doors. The installation of this product is easy and simple.

Another option you may choose for decorative curtain rods is the steel version. These are stainless steel, brass or cast metal and they come in all shapes and sizes imaginable. When you use these types of rods you will discover that they provide a light uplifting feeling when you look at them. Use them with a light color material and color such as lace or sheers to bring out the full affect of the steel material.

Brass is a wonderful choice when you want a bright metallic rod to shine through your windows. Brass can catch anyone’s eye because it is shiny and attractive. It looks clean and new and that is why it is a great selection as well.

Modern Look For Your Home

Modern curtain rods are another choice that homeowners have today. That is because there are so many different designs available. You can find a design that matches your personality and your d?cor. For example, if you are decorating your kitchen with Ivy you can find a ones with Ivy on each end. That way even your curtain rods can coordinate with the rest of your decorations.

Made From Wood And Bamboo

You can also find this item in wood. These are perfect for a rustic look or a simple look, though they are anything but simple. Each rod has a certain design or pattern that is balanced smoothly. You would be amazed at how many people choose to decorate with wood and using this material on your window is a great way to enhance the look of your home.

You may also like the look of bamboo and now you can look for bamboo in a curtain rod. If you are choosing a beach theme or ocean theme, this style will easily match your decor as well.

Decorative curtain rods can finalize the small details that you need when you are re-decorating your windows. There are several different ways that you can improve the looks of your home, starting with the windows. Make sure you take accurate measurements before you make your purchase. Then do a search online and locally until you find the right that will do the job for you.

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There is no doubt that the right choice of curtains can really add a touch of style and co-ordination when decorating a room.

The huge variety of colours, styles, patterns and textures means that you are bound to find the perfect curtains to suit your taste, but all curtains need to be hung so choosing the right curtain poles is just as important.

Perhaps the most important element to consider when making this choice is the size of curtain poles you require – both in terms of length and diameter.

Lightweight curtains do not require particularly large poles, but you should always make sure that the diameter of the curtain pole is in keeping with the size and style of the windows you intend to dress.

If your curtains are going to cover large glass windows, try to choose poles with a diameter that brings a sense of balance. If the diameter size is too small, the pole will be overpowered by the window. Equally, if you choose poles with very large diameter measurements there is the danger that they will look out of proportion with the weight of the curtain fabric.

Unless you feel particularly bold, try to choose medium-sized poles as these are versatile and fit with most window sizes and curtain styles. They will also support the weight of most curtain fabrics, which is extremely important as you do not want to put unnecessary strain on fixings or have to deal with curtain poles coming loose and falling from the wall.

When you set about trying to choose the right curtain poles, it is always a good idea to keep an image in mind of the look you are trying to achieve. Do you want the poles themselves to be an eye-catching feature, or would you prefer them to blend into the background?

Decorative poles stand out and will serve to enhance the appearance of you curtains, while smaller, concealed poles are more understated and will not be noticed, making your curtains the real focal point.

Jamie Scott regularly contributes articles on Curtain track. To know more visit http://www.polesandblinds.com

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There are many different types of rustic curtain rods available. You can get rustic curtain rods in almost any size. too.

Rustic curtain rods are so simple yet elegant, that they work with almost any type of decorating, from country to metropolitan modern. If you want to give a modern look to your windows, the simplicity of this design is perfect. On the other hand, in a country setting, they add a natural touch to windows and doors and the rest of the home. Using these types of curtains will really work in any setting.

Despite the versatility of rustic style curtain rods, they have the unique advantage of being extremely low cost. Even the lowest priced ones can be found in discount outlets at further reduced prices. Whether you look for them in person or online, you will be able to peruse a wide variety of designs. If you have decorated your home in a country theme, rustic curtain rods are the most perfect choice. The leaf, floral and animal patterns of country style curtains go perfectly with this style of rod, which can also have leaves, scrolls, and ivy on them.

These kinds of rods, despite their low prices, are really well crafted and very artistic. The metal in these rods is hammered and brushed metal so that the rod has a lovely polish or patina to it. They have the unique advantage of not rusting, since they are protected with a waterproof glaze on the surface. These rods are handmade, so the variety available for your decorating needs is almost infinite; each one is slightly different from the others. They can be small, medium or large, so you are sure to find the size that will suit your window frames.

The standard size of rustic curtain rods is 24 to 36 inches, but larger sizes, rods that expand from 36 to 60 inches, and from 60 to 90 inches are available. This makes finding the perfect fit for your home easy, You can also obtain these rods in custom lengths. Add custom finials, beautiful hand finished mounts made of iron, iron rings, and mounting hardware all made in the patina finish unique to these rods, and you truly have a work of art. There are rustic curtain rods available in the market that are up to twenty feet long! Shipping costs would be applicable to the rods if you have them shipped to your home, but well worth it if you want to achieve a lovely new look in your home with rustic curtain rods.

Andrew Caxton writes for http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com . For additional information on drapes and window coverings, including curtain rods, visit his magazine and subscribe to his newsletter

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Before you start fitting a curtain read any instructions that come with the pole and apply the following tips to successful fitting. Do not hurry! Moreover, make sure you have the correct tools for the job. Above all there is no substitute for carefully thinking through the job before hand, and taking your time can save time!

Pole Length

This can be subjective and is influenced by obstructions around the window area. But as a guide the pole should extend about 15-20cm (6-8in) beyond the window recess on each side and it should be fitted symmetrically relative to the window opening. There are exceptions in which case seek help from a professional. Double check the position that end brackets might occupy and be careful if electric sockets or light switches are within 30cm (1 foot) of the window.

Positioning

Poles are usually fitted about 15cm above the aperture of a window, but sometimes compromises are needed if there is insufficient space or if covering obstructs. You need to place the pole the correct height above the floor to allow the curtains to hang correctly. Take your time measuring this accurately and mark positions on the wall with a pencil. If the curtains are eyelet headed you will need to be particularly careful with your measurement since the curtains have no means of adjusting their height other than by moving the pole up or down.

Aim to position the pole on the level using a spirit level as your guide even if the top of the window or the ceiling are not truly horizontal.

Walls and Fixings.

Poles are generally fixed to walls, window frames or doors, therefore you will need to drill holes possibly into unknown material. You need a good drill, possibly with hammer action for concrete, and the appropriate size & type of drill bit. In modern houses you may only have plasterboard into which you drill or you may hit a steel lintel (particularly for the centre support over a wide window). You could hit stone, wood or concrete, or any mix! In bathrooms you may have to drill ceramic tiles before you reach the wall and this will require special care and drill bits.

Take extra precautions to avoid drilling into electric wiring or pipework.

Poles in two halves.

This will sound like common sense and it is, when a pole comes in two pieces make sure the join is in the middle, unless you have a good reason for putting the join in another place to accommodate a bespoke solution. Usually a pole made of two pieces will require a centre support bracket and this will hide the join. Wooden poles usually have a doubled-ended screw that is used to join the two halves. Metal poles sometimes use a wooden dowel to join the two halves.

When fitting a long pole with a centre support fit the it first and then take levels off the the left and right for the end brackets. You should get a more level finished pole than if you start at one end and work across.

Cutting a curtain pole down to size

For wooden curtain poles we use a mitre box and a pull saw although any wood saw will do and if you are stuck use a straight block of wood as a guide. We do however recommend the use of a mitre box to give a straight finish and you will also find that the pull saw will give a cleaner smoother finish with less chance of chipping than a conventional wood saw.

For small diameter metal curtain poles we use a pipe cutter. For large poles use a high quality metal saw with 28 teeth per inch. You can use a junior hacksaw, but they are prone to going offline. Stainless steel poles need a sharp saw.

Remember that with poles in two pieces, you will need to shorten both parts by equal amounts to keep the join central to the finished pole.

Tools

Power drill, with hammer capability; drill bits; masonry for brick etc; titanium for steel lintels; wall plugs and screws; spirit level; screwdrivers; pencil for marking up; saw, pipe cutter & mitre block and a vacuum cleaner to clean up the dust.

Finally – safety first

Fitting a curtain pole need not be an onerous task, but if you lack confidence please get a professional in to do the job. In particular if the curtain is going to be over 3 metres drop or particularly heavy, or if fitting space is obstructed please go straight for a pro. If you do not know a good curtain fitter your first port of call should be your local curtain shop or interior design shop as they will be able to help.

Bronia Suszczenia is co-founder and Creative Director of Art from the Start Ltd a firm of interior designers in Yorkshire England. She has also recently established Fabric Gallery and Interiors a retailer of quality designer fabrics, curtains and blinds in York England.

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