How to Hang Curtains on Patio Doors
Patio doors are a great asset to a home. They can provide light and are aesthetically pleasing. If you want the option of privacy, you can hang curtains on patio doors also. Curtains can give the room character and decoration. To actually hang the curtains on the doors, you will need to have a metal or wood door frame. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Measure the width and height of the patio doors with a measuring tape. Start measuring 3 inches above the first set of windows and measure down to 3 inches below the last set of windows to get the length number, which you will need to purchase curtains. Measure the width of the windows on each door. Add 4 inches to the width numbers. These are the measurements you will use to purchase curtain rods.
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Pick your curtain rods and curtains. There are many different options for curtain rods. You can purchase regular metal curtain rods that will need to be drilled into the door, or cafe rods. If your doors are metal, and you do not want to drill holes in them, you can opt for magnetic curtain rod holders. Make sure you choose rods that give the curtains breathing room between the doors and the curtains. To choose your curtains, makes sure you make a selection that will match your room decor.
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Following manufacturer instructions, install the curtain rods. This could mean using the drill and screws to install brackets, holders or other contraptions to the doors. Fasten the rods to the brackets. The holders or brackets should be placed 2 inches above the window on the doors. If you have sliding, full glass doors, then 2 inches on the wall above the doors.
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Hang the curtains on the rods and attach them to the holders or brackets. Depending on what style rods you chose, how you attach the rods to the brackets or holders will differ. Use tiebacks to hold the curtains away from the windows during the day to allow the light to flow into the room.
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