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    How do I know where to hang the curtain rod?
    Angelica Savard
    Angelica Savard
    Home Stager, Realtor, & Interior Designer
    Angelica Savard is a Home Stager, Realtor, and Interior Designer based in Long Beach, California. She is also the Co-owner of Elegant Domain Interiors LLC, a business that offers design consulting, home staging, and window treatments. She has over 15 years of interior design and consulting experience. She earned a BA from California State University Long Beach with an emphasis on Interior Architectural Design.
    Angelica Savard
    Angelica Savard
    Home Stager, Realtor, & Interior Designer
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    It's best to choose a spot about halfway between the top of the window moulding and the ceiling. If you want a more dramatic look, hang the rod right at the ceiling level.
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    Is there a tool to reach high curtain rods to open and close the curtains? If so, what is it called?
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    Tools specifically made to reach high curtain rods are called curtain wands. In a pinch, you could also use a broom handle.
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    Can I hang grommet curtains together with pocket curtains?
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    Yes, you can hang grommet curtains on one side and pocket curtains on the other. You risk, however, creating a mismatched look. It is not recommended to hang curtains on top of each other because this would look bulky and risk overbearing the curtain rod brackets.
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    What kind of anchors are best?
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    The type of anchors you use depend on your brackets and curtain rod. A simple sleeve anchor may work for some rods but others (especially heavier curtain rods) may require anchors with extra support.
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    Which curtains are best to use with hooks?
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    You can use any light-weight curtain with hooks.
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    What kind of rod would I use to hang sheers, drapes and valances? Do they make just one to do all three?
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    No, there are many different kinds and sizes. A lot depends on the weight of the fabric. Check with your local home improvement store -- they will be able to help you choose the right rods.
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    How do I hang ready-made curtains?
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    Feed each eyelet over the pole; make sure that the leading and outside edge of the curtain points inwards towards the window. Position the final eyelet between the bracket and the finial.
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    I only want my drapes on each side of the window - can I use a 30 inch rod?
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    The measurements of your rod depends on your window width. Use a measuring tape and write down your window width to determine the right size.
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    Where should I place a curtain rod in relation to the window frame?
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    You should place the curtain rod several inches or centimeters away from the frame. This will make the window appear wider.
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