But since we were just replacing our old bedroom curtains when we wrote that post we skipped the crucial step of actually hanging the curtain rods themselves.
Hang curtain rod brick wall.
Otherwise attach the panels to the rod with curtain rings or clips.
The installation is essentially the same as a drywall application so should not trip up anyone who has installed curtain hardware before.
When hanging sheer lightweight curtains such as those shown in this sitting area designed by erica burns interiors pair them with a thin curtain rod no bigger than 7 16 inch for a delicate style.
To do so you ll be using a piece of cardboard with a right angle cut out and a pencil to mark the wall.
Mark the mounting height for your curtain rod on the brick wall 1 to 3 inches above the window opening if hanging curtains over windows.
Last fall we shared our trick for hanging affordable ikea curtains so they look a lot more expensive than their 14 price tag per panel would suggest across an entire house you can save thousands with that trick these curtains alone.
Exposed brick walls can lend enormous character to a room but they also pose a problem every time you want to hang art decorator items or curtain rods.
If your window is located on a brick wall you ll be facing that problem.
Draw the curtains and let them sit for 1 hour to make sure the adhesive hooks can hold the weight.
The key to hanging a curtain is to ensure the rod sits level on the supports.
Place curtains on the rod.
Fortunately modern screws designed for masonry make it possible to hang.
Hang the curtains and double check to make sure your brackets are still secure.
This method works well for hanging wall rods french window curtain rods and even arched window curtain rods though you may need to take the unique shape of those styles into account.
For particularly heavy curtains or rods you might want to install wall anchors to mount the brackets securely to the wall.
If you have traditional paned windows with frames tension rods that stretch from one side of the frame to the other are a subtle and sophisticated way to hang curtains.
Run the curtain rod through the hoops at the top of your curtains and then hang it up again.
Tools and items you will need for this project.
Use the top of the brick wall as a guide for mounting.
If your curtains have large eye holes thread the rod through the openings.
Then set the rod into the brackets to hang the.
If your curtain falls either the adhesive didn t fully stick to the wall or your curtain may be.
Open and close to check that they re functioning properly before finishing.
Hanging curtain or drapery installation hardware on brick stucco or concrete block walls can be challenging if you are not equipped with proper tools and hardware.
