Shades of shade for doors and windows that receive a lot of sunlight are provided by curtains.Unless you do away with the rod, putting them up usually requires a lot of measuring, drilling, and messing with complicated bits of hardware.It is possible to hang curtains in any part of your home without the need for a curtain rod.
Step 1: You can choose a location for your curtains.
The advantage of hanging curtains with wire is that you can put them anywhere.They can either surround a window or door like normal, or they can be strung between two walls to serve as a partition.They can be stuck in the middle of a wall to highlight or cover a piece of art.You are limited by your imagination.Make sure your hanging site is large enough to extend your curtain or curtains.If your curtains are only for ornamental purposes, you may be able to get by with only 1–3 feet of wall space.
Step 2: There are two level marks on the wall.
If you hang your curtains over a window or doorway, you can use a tape measure and carpenter's level to align the distant marks.To determine how much room they will take up, you need to measure them from end to end.If you saved it, you will find the exact dimensions of your curtains listed on their original packaging.
Step 3: There are pilot holes for the screw hooks.
The threaded body of the hooks should be specified on the product package if you want to fit a power drill with a bit that matches the diameter.Hold the tip of the drill bit against the wall, squeeze the Trigger, and pull it out again.You can open a small pilot hole with a hammer and nail if you don't have a drill.If your curtains are on the heavy side, it is a good idea to confirm that each of your screw hooks is going into a wall stud, which will provide a stronger anchor than thin, brittle drywall.
Step 4: Turn the screw hooks clockwise to get them into the wall.
You can screw them in by hand.If you can't get them to go in, you should grab a screwdriver or pliers.Make sure that the curved ends of the hooks are pointed upwards by twisting them until they are no longer visible.You can use a drill to drive wall screws.Attach your drill with a round hook or eye bit.If you can, screw the hooks into the wall.If you move them around too much, you will end up with a larger hole than you need, which could cause the hooks to come loose more easily.
Step 5: The metal wire should be extended to the desired length.
Feed out an additional 8–10 inches (20–25 cm) if you want to untangle the loose end of the spool.You can loop the ends and suspend the wire between the hooks.Any type of lightweight, durable wire or cable will work just fine for this project, but galvanized steel aircraft cable is your best bet if you want your rig-up to endure weight, friction, and time.You can buy a small bundle of aircraft cable for $30-40 at your local hardware store or home improvement center.To add tension to the wire, subtract the length of your turnbuckle.Standard turnbuckles are usually between 6 and 8 in when expanded.
Step 6: The wire needs to be cut.
Attach the jaws of your cutter to the wire.To get the section free, squeeze the handles together forcefully.You might need to use both hands here.A pair of high-tensile wire cutters can easily slice through thick cables.If you don't own a pair of specialized wire rope cutters, you can use bolt cutter, hacksaw, or a tool with a steel cutting wheel.
Step 7: To form small loops, double the ends of the wire.
Try to make each loop as small as possible, but not so small that it won't fit over the curved ends of your screw hooks.When you are happy with the size of your first loop, use one hand to keep it pinched together.The points where the wire will connect to the screw hooks can be marked with strips of tape.This will show you the amount of spare length you have to work with.When you hang your curtains, you will need to slip these loops over your screw hooks.
Step 8: Attach the loops with wire rope clips.
Attach the two pieces of your first clip over the open end of the loop to make sure that the U-shaped top half is on the live wire.The two nuts on the saddle need to be turned clockwise to tighten the clip.The process should be repeated with the opposite loop.The wire rope clips keep the two sections of wire together.The project calls for a single clip for the small gauge wire.You should separate them by at least a full saddle's length if you decide to use more than one.
Step 9: The wire should be passed through the holes in the curtains.
The wire is snaked through both the front and back of the hole.When the curtain is drawn open, it will bunch properly.Pull the wire straight through if your curtains have rings on them.If you lay the curtains out on the floor, you won't have to hold them upright.You should gather the curtains near the middle section of the wire to prevent them from getting in your way while you hang them.
Step 10: The screw hooks are on the wall.
A turnbuckle is a small device that adds tension to ropes and wires.To expand the turnbuckle, turn the shaft connecting the eye and hook counterclockwise.It will allow you to gradually stretch the wire once it's in place and guarantee that it won't droop under the weight of your curtains.You will have a bit of wiggle room because most turnbuckles are designed to expand beyond their starting length.When you go to purchase the rest of your supplies, you can pick up a turnbuckle at the hardware store or home improvement center.
Step 11: Attach the screw hooks with the looped ends of the wire.
Place one loop over the end of the turnbuckle.Slip the other loop over the opposing screw hook after pulling the slack out of the wire.The curtains are hung.One more step to take care of!If you have an assistant hold the curtains from below, you can concentrate on attaching the ends of the wire.
Step 12: The turnbuckle must be tightened until the wire is taut.
The tension on the wire will be created as the shaft shifts further down the threads.It takes a few quick turns to get your curtains to hang straight.If you discover that your curtains are still sagging after you tighten the turnbuckle all the way, you may have to unclamp one end of the wire and move the loop closer to the middle.