Where To Place Curtain Rods Above Window

When selecting the right curtain rod go for one that is a bit wider than the width of your window.

Where to place curtain rods above window.

Ideal position for the curtain rod is 6 inches above the window trim but you may need to adjust this up or down so the curtains end where you want them. Watch the rod width. Attach curtain rings if they are part of your setup. To create the illusion of height mount the drapery rods close to the ceiling.

For cathedral ceilings leave approximately four to six inches above the window trim as a guideline. Go for a curtain rod that is between 8 and 12 inches wider than your window as it will give the illusion that your window is larger than it is. A simple template ensures you hang the curtain rod at the same height for every window and that your rods won t be crooked. Hang the curtains and double check to make sure your brackets are still secure.

Step 3 next measure the window height. For example on a 54 inch wide window you could extend your curtain rods up to 9 inches on each side 54 divided by three equals 18 so your rod can be up to 72 inches long. To find your ideal placement measure down from the ceiling to the top of the trim at. The one above was made using a couple pieces of cardboard and saved time otherwise spent measuring from the corner of the windows.

Put the main curtain rod in place. You may need to adjust the height of the pole for different curtain hanging styles. If you re not using a double rod you can skip this step. Hanging curtain rods high above the window frame adds height to the wall and works best with long panels or drapes.

No matter what the ceiling height the minimum distance from the top of the window casing to the curtain rod is two inches. Then you can hang your sheer curtain or blackout curtain. This will allow whatever curtains you chose to cover the window at all times. Insert the back curtain rod if you re using a double rod setup.