A traverse curtain rod operates curtains with a pulley system. Once the curtain rods are installed and the curtains are connected to the curtain carriers, the curtains are opened and closed by pulling a cord. Most traverse curtain rod kits come compete with all of the hardware necessary to mount the rods above your windows. With a drill and a screwdriver you can easily and quickly mount a traverse curtain rod and hang your curtains. more »

There are a variety of types of curtains that can be hung on tension rods. Curtains with tabs at the top, curtains with rod pockets, curtains with cafe rings and eyelet-heading curtains can all be hung using a tension rod. more »

Curtains add a needed aesthetic touch to a room. Hanging them with clip rings allows the curtains to be moved along the curtain rod with ease. more »

Stage curtains are an essential part of theater. Each stage has at least two or three sets of curtains --- the main curtain, or grand drape, several sets of side or border curtains and a back curtain, or cyclorama. Nearly all stage curtains are hung on tracks that today are for the most part controlled by mechanized switches. These switches pull the curtains open and shut when told to move. It is fairly easy to hang these curtains on their tracks with some arm strength and a little help. more »

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Got a window that needs sprucing up? Hanging curtains is an easy way to decorate a window. There are various ways of hanging curtains but the most common is using curtain rings. Choose a decorative curtain rod to match your home decor and pick curtain rings to match. Then simply choose the curtains to finish the look. more »

Curtains on a window add ambiance and color to a room. Mini-blinds are great, but having curtains as well adds more privacy. Curtains hang on curtain rods over the top of a window opening. Curtain rods come in a variety of colors and designs to accentuate the room. The curtain rod instructions that come with them can sometimes be confusing, though. There is a simple way to install curtain rods without frustration. more »

Curtain tiebacks hold curtains in place and let the light into your room. They also can serve as accent pieces for your curtains. Tiebacks can enhance the style of your room and dress up or dress down your curtains. more »

Hanging curtains can be a simple task with the proper tools. Your most important task in this project is to hang your curtain rod or rods level. Nothing is more frustrating than looking at your newly hung curtains on an uneven curtain rod. more »