By sunny 
Curtains are a pretty important part of a soft furnishing project. Choosing the right curtains is like adding a splash of colour to your home life, which can make the whole home glow with a different charm. So, how much do you know about curtain installation? For example, what are the installation methods of curtain rods and curtain tracks?
Next, follow the editor together with an in-depth understanding of the curtain hacks and related notes, I believe that these contents will help you.
Curtain rod installation tips
Determine the installation location
The installation position of the curtain rod mainly involves the installation width and height. Let’s start with the width, which can usually be determined based on the width of the window. Generally speaking, 20 – 30 cm more than the width of the window on each side is more appropriate, so as to ensure that there is enough space for the curtains to be pulled open, so that the light can better penetrate, but also allows the curtains to better cover the window when closed.
Then talk about the height, here to distinguish between bright rod and dark rod. The mounting height of a bright rod is usually in the middle of the ceiling to the top of the curtains. This height setting makes the curtains look beautiful and generous without interfering with the normal use of the window. The dark rod is installed in the top position in the curtain box, or side mounted in any part of the curtain box, this installation is more hidden, can make the overall decoration looks more concise.
Positioning holes
Taking into account the firmness of the fixing, to avoid too large a distance between the fixed parts can not withstand the tension, we need to calculate the distance between the fixed holes. Usually, it is safe to fix the fixings at a distance of no more than 50cm apart. After calculating the distance between the holes, you can draw a line to locate the operation.
Once the position of the fixing has been determined, it is necessary to drill the holes and then fill the holes with expansion screws. However, if it is a wooden base, you do not need to drill so troublesome, directly use the self-tapping screws to fix it, which is convenient and fast.
Installation of curtain rods
For Roman rods, after completing the positioning and drilling, you can fix the mounting bracket first. After the mounting bracket is fixed, then place the rod on the mounting bracket, so that the curtain rod is installed. The installation process should pay attention to the smoothness and firmness of the rod to ensure that there will be no problems in subsequent use.
Curtain track installation tips
Measure the height of the track
Before installing the curtain track, the first thing to do is to measure the height dimension of the installation. Curtain tracks are available as single, double or triple tracks. When the width of the window is greater than 1200 mm, the curtain track should be disconnected, the disconnection should be simmering bend staggered, and simmering bend should be a gentle curve, the length of the lap should not be less than 200 mm.
In addition, bright curtain box is generally installed first track, heavy curtain track should be added machine screws, dark curtain box should be installed after the track. Heavy curtain track small corner should be encrypted spacing, wood screws specifications not less than 30 mm, so as to ensure the track’s load-bearing capacity and stability.
Lifting curtain track
To install the lifting clips, rotate the clips by 90° to connect with the track, and then use self-tapping screws to install the lifting clips on the top plate. If the curtain track is made of concrete, it is necessary to add expansion screws to ensure the firmness of the track installation.
Fixing the curtain track
When the curtain track is connected and fixed, the rod or wire are to be installed and pulled on the fixings. Installation to achieve the standard of flat, positive and room elevation. For the installation of standard curtain track (double track), the curtain track base width is usually more than 15 cm; if it is a single track, the width can be reduced according to the actual situation, so as to meet the needs of use, but also to save space.
Adjusting the position of the curtain track
You also need to adjust the position of the curtain track. For floor-standing curtains or curtains hanging over the countertop, the width of the window sill should be given up when installing the curtain track, so as to avoid the obstruction of the curtains when they are hanging down, which affects the aesthetics. Therefore, it is very necessary to adjust the installation position of the curtain track.
Wall requirements and fixing method
In addition, the curtain track installation also needs to pay attention to the wall surface of the solid veneer can not be hollow. Otherwise, the veneer is easy to blow up when drilling, which will not only affect the installation progress, but also may cause safety hazards. If the curtain track is installed and fixed to the wall, you need to use an impact drill to make the holes and plug the wood first, and then fix the track on the wood, which will ensure that the track is installed more firmly.
Tips for hanging curtains
Loop Hanging
The loop method is very simple: the hook is attached to the edge of the curtain and then to the ring above it. Because it only needs to be hooked to the edge of the curtain, this method can be used to hang almost any kind of curtain, which is very practical.
Knot hanging method
The knot hanging method is more romantic and cosy. Directly on the curtains in the rod to tie a bow, you can add a sense of beauty for the curtains. This hanging method is simple to operate, and can make the curtains look more dynamic.
Sets of rod hanging method
The rod hanging method is to set the curtains along the curtain rod can be. This hanging method is simple to dismantle and install, and can reflect a more casual and free atmosphere. If you like the minimalist style of home decoration, this hanging method is a good choice.
Hanging type hanging method
Sewing a set of plastic hanging thread to hook the buckle in the back of the curtain, this is the hanging buckle hanging method. The appearance looks beautiful and generous, open and close is also very smooth, and the hardware is hidden, very suitable for hanging the weight of thick velvet curtains.
Concealed Hook and Loop Hanging
If you don’t like the idea of exposing the hardware, you can try the hidden clasp hanging method. This hanging method is very simple to install, the appearance of neat and clean, so that the curtains look like floating in front of the curtain rod, giving a simple, generous visual experience.
Precautions for curtain installation
Accessories are indispensable
When installing curtains, it is important to note that curtains are equipped with a lot of hardware accessories, such as mantle head, valance, window track and so on. These are important accessories for curtains, and one is indispensable. The lack of any one accessory may affect the normal use of curtains and aesthetics.
Installation order has to pay attention to
Many homeowners will first paste the wallpaper and then install the track, but the installation of the track is easy to dirty the wallpaper, and it is difficult to repair if you make a mistake after the hole. Therefore, it is recommended to install the track first after the wallpaper. So that the wrong hole can be wallpaper to cover up, will not affect the overall beauty.
Reserve anti-mosquito screen position
If the home installation of curtains installed in the inner frame, it must be installed anti-mosquito screens. Can be installed in the track reserved for the installation of anti-mosquito screen position, so as not to affect the installation of anti-mosquito screens in the future, so that the home environment is more comfortable.
Choose durable track
Installing a curtain track suggests using a sturdy aluminium alloy track, which is durable and hard. However, the price will indeed be a little higher, but if you choose a cheap track, the curtains often fall down and have to be repaired frequently, which is very troublesome. Therefore, it is recommended to choose a durable and hard track, which can reduce the maintenance cost and trouble later.
Curtain installation form choice: open or concealed?
Is the living room to do open or concealed curtains, choose Roman rod or ordinary style? Is it better to install curtains openly or darkly? These questions should be decided at the time of design. The following will teach you how to choose the form of curtain installation.
Open curtains
Explicitly installed is to be able to see the track, directly exposed. Generally more in the form of Roman rods. Open curtain track has a unique beauty, can show a retro style.
Concealed curtains
Concealed is to hide the track, non-exposed. Generally hidden inside the ceiling, or do not do the ceiling of the family, will let the carpenter in advance to do a good job of hidden curtain box. Concealed curtains can make the overall decoration look more simple and generous, and the overall environment is easier to blend into one.
And the hidden box pressure will not be dirty, first of all, the top of the ceiling, there is no place to catch the grey; secondly, there is a suspended ceiling cover, so high not to climb a ladder to reach the place how to find dirty? Finally, the curtains every day in the curtain box rubbing around, there are grey also fall on the curtains, the home is not easy to use a high frequency of places to accumulate dust.
Choices for different spaces
- Bedroom: general bedroom space like dark curtains. Simple and from the top to the bottom of the design, as long as you do not need to red tape or large flower pattern, will make the space more visible, give a person a spacious and comfortable feeling.
- Living room: living room curtains are generally divided into balcony and no balcony. Balcony, most people use the Roman rod installed. Without a balcony, the dark installation is able to fall into the atmosphere and some simple. If the width of the window is more than 2.4 metres, to add support points in the middle of the Roman rod. Prevent problems such as deformation of curtain rods.
Blackout requirements and curtain selection
No blackout requirements
If there is no blackout requirement and you just want to avoid exposing your privacy sometimes, you can arrange blinds or light-permeable roller blinds for the balcony windows. Alternatively, gauze curtains are also a good option. You can choose to press the screen curtains directly on the balcony, or you can choose to hang the screen curtains on the doorway. Of course, the doorway will be a lot cheaper than the balcony, because the area to save several square metres it.
Have blackout requirements
If you want the curtains to be more effective in blocking out light, it is recommended that the balcony be fitted with blinds, and the doorway be covered with a thick blackout cloth. For some areas, this layer of blackout cloth, in winter, will also give the interior warmth quite a lot, so that the interior is warmer and more comfortable.
With these curtain hacks, you can be more comfortable with both the installation of curtains, the choice of hanging method, and matching them to your space and blackout needs. We hope these curtain hacks can help you create a warm, beautiful and practical home environment. Whether it’s open or concealed, choosing the right form of curtain installation and type of curtains for you can make your home more welcoming and comfortable.