746 posts, read 1,220,597 times 4,696 posts, read 5,770,194 times 2,387 posts, read 3,215,403 times You can utilize an L bracket (Everbilt 3 in. Zinc Plated Corner Braces (4-Pack)-15307 at The Home Depot) of whatever length you need, and then attach a 1-hole conduit strap (Home Depot - 3/4 in. 1-Hole Conduit Straps (4-Pack) customer reviews - product reviews - read top consumer ratings) to it with a threaded bolt and washer. Make sure the conduit strap is sized to accept the diameter of the rod. Screw the L bracket to the wall. This is all I ever use for curtain rod supports. I never buy "actual" curtain rod supports. I just spray paint them whatever color I want. In fact, I don't even use curtain rods, I just get EMT conduit of whatever diameter I want cut to the exact length I want. No extension poles, sagging due to the extension, or visible difference in diameter where one has to slide inside the other. 2,148 posts, read 2,369,904 times Originally Posted by AnalyzeThis

What about ceiling mounted brackets? I have seen then but never used them - but then you would still have a lot of open space between the window and the actual curtain. Hmmmm.....what about either making or buying a cornice to cover the blinds and any potential rod you might install for draperies - here's a picture I found. Not sure what you style is, but this is an example of what you could do. I have seen cornices in wood, or in elegant fabrics with or without draperies underneath them. Or, you could remove the blinds altogether, patch the holes, paint the room and put up something that suits your needs better. Even though they are expensive - if you don't like them it won't matter in the long run. Time to make this your home with your own tastes. There are many sites online that could provide you a direction to consider - good luck!!!!! 8,633 posts, read 5,907,846 times Yes, and you can even buy adjustable ones. Rod Desyne Adjustable Curtain Rod Brackets - jcpenney

Bronze Window Extension Brackets - Bed Bath & Beyond 23,783 posts, read 29,571,822 times 2,869 posts, read 3,680,310 times Hanging new curtains is a wonderful way to quickly change the look of a room. Getting the curtains hung correctly is the the key to making them look great. This is a guide about hanging curtains.All ArticlesSolutionsQuestionsNewestOldestMost HelpfulLeast HelpfulMost AnswersFewest AnswersBest AnswersRelevanceTip: FlagBy marie cecchiniA simple plastic bag can make hanging lace curtains much less of a hassle. Before sliding a curtain rod through the rod pocket in lace curtains, cover the end of the rod with a small plastic bag. The bag will help the rod glide smoothly through the lace, as opposed to trying to slide a "naked" rod through and dealing with unhooking the curtain every time it catches on the edges of the rod. By Marie from West Dundee, IL Comment FlagBy marie cecchini6I found this unusual item in a collection of items left from the passing of my mother's aunt.

It may look odd, but actually serves a purpose. The slim end slides easily into the end of an ordinary curtain rod and the larger, smooth end helps the rod slide easily through the curtains to hang. This is a homemade item, carved from a cork. Ebay Pets For Sale St LouisIf you're any good at carving things, you could probably make one for yourself. Prom Dress Outlet Stores MnBy Marie from West Dundee, IL Comment Question: FlagBy Margy Hill0How do you hang curtains without damaging the walls and without using tension rods? Tiffany Blue Chair Covers For SaleMy daughters college will not let them put nails or screws in the walls and there is no way to use a tension/spring rod. By coolgsleadr Answer By Margy Hill Flag0I was wondering about sticking to rough surfaces too.

My daughters dorm room is all cinderblock walls. Reply By Cricket Flag0If those 3M things don't work, maybe she could put frosted contact paper on the windows? At the very least it would provide her the privacy that she needs.Hasn't her college ever heard of privacy? What an awful rule! You'd think they'd provide curtain rods! Reply By susan Flag0There are mail -order companies that have rods where the metal ends hook over the corners of the wood molding that are made just for this reason. Or try that static vinyl that you place on windows for privacy. Have your daughter talk to the dorm Residence Advisor to see what other student have used in the past. Reply By Cookie Stephens Flag0Depending on the size of the window wall you could place a tension rod from wall to wall and hang curtains from that. What about using those plastic hooks that have that sticky stuff on the back that is easily removed. I'll bet a rod could be placed in the hook part. Reply Question: FlagBy Jennie0What can I do about my vertical blinds?

I have my own place (yay), but my office has these awful vertical blinds! I'm allowed to take them down since I own the place, but the window is 79 inches across and 50 inches long and I have no clue how I would cover that up! They stick out 4 inches from the wall and I have no clue how I'd put curtains up over them, but I'd still like to! I'd appreciate any tips and tricks!Please be sure to be as detailed as possible. By Jennie from Tempe, AZ Answer By jules Flag0I've used the decorative brackets that mount to the wall and the rod rests in. you can get them in many price ranges and depending in the height of your window, you can even use flat sheets which you can sew (or glue) a border or ribbon on as the curtains. here's a link to a site with good photos, but you can find the brackets in many places. You can also buy cheap inexpensive fabric by the yard and just put in a whip stitch hem if the windows are really high. /Brackets/brackets.php Reply Flag0I also have vertical blinds. There are special rods that jet out another two to four inches further than the blind brackets do and you simply hang them just above the existing window blind brackets.

I found my curtain rod (twelve foot expandable because I have double sliding glass doors) at Penney's. Reply Flag0Oh, I want to add one more thing. Definitely keep those verticals! They greatly help save energy by closing them when it's extremely cold or hot out. Reply By Dana Flag0If you're going to take the vertical blinds down you can replace them with flat sheets. All you'll have to do is sew a hem in them deep enough for the curtain rod to slip through. I buy all mine from Walmart (as they are the ONLY place in my hometown that sells the flat and fitted sheets separately). They come in different width and length sizes. I've used sheets for all the windows in my home (including the patio door windows). Easy to clean (just throw them in the washer), dry and re-hang. Also, as we all know, the bottom fitted sheet of a sheet set always wears out sooner then the top flat sheet. That's why I always buy mine from Walmart because you don't always need the whole set. Just wish other stores would do the same.

Reply Tip: FlagBy baxter5While shopping for new curtain rods, I couldn't believe the prices, ranging from $10 to $29, per rod. I passed on that purchase and went to a local hardware store and purchased a 1/2" x 10 ft. Electrical Metallic Tube Conduit, for $1.58 and was able to hang curtains for three windows. The conduit is much stronger and can be used for an array of different style of curtains and drapes. By baxter from MnLk, MN Comment Question: FlagBy Mary 0I just installed new 2 in. wooden blinds. The blinds stick out 4" from the wall; therefore I need a curtain rod that extends out from the wall more than 4". The curtain rods are not deep enough to cover the blinds. Where can I find simple curtain rods that are 5-6 in. in depth?Mary Answer By kathy Flag0How about getting a another curtain rod at a thrift shop, using a tin snippers, you can cut whatever length you actually need + an inch or so extra? Insert the cut ends into your rod, and hang as usual. Reply By susan Flag0Kirsh makes a valance rod that has deeper sides, since it is made to go over a standard curtain rod.

It fits on the basic hardware that holds a standard rod up. It should work for you. I'm not sure who would sell them in your area, but you could look them up and order them online. Just google "curtain valance rods." They aren't too expensive either. Or I've seen people make their own out of PVC (or copper) pipe, using an elbow for the turn. The PVC probably wouldn't work too well if the curtain is heavy or the the window large (it might bow under the weight), without some kind of support. Reply By Sharon Cross Flag0I bought, at J. C. Penny's;"extenders" to make your curtain rod deeper. I think it makes the rod about an inch and a half deeper. The extenders are pieces of metal or plastic, that fit on the end of the curtain rod. They might be made by Kirsch. I think they cost about $3-5$. Reply By Louise B. Flag0I agree with kaigt, use a small wooden block. That would be far the most economical and easy solution, especially if you are not especially handy. I have seen this done. Reply Question: Flag0I have new window curtains that need a 2 1/2 inch curtain rod to hang them.