When a rod is anchored 4" above the window opening/casing it is firmly mounted into the wooden framing header beneath the sheet rock.
Curtain brackets should be installed above and slightly outside the window frame to allow the curtains to hang freely and cover the window properly.
To install a curtain rod above a window, first measure and mark the desired placement. Use a level to ensure it is straight. Drill pilot holes, insert wall anchors if needed, then screw in the brackets. Finally, place the rod onto the brackets and secure it in place.
A short curtain above a window is called a valance. It is a decorative fabric treatment that is typically used to conceal curtain rods or hardware and add a finishing touch to the window decor.
The optimum height for a curtain rod is 2 to 3 inches above the frame.
To hang a valance effectively, first measure the width of your window and choose a valance that fits. Install a curtain rod above the window frame and attach any necessary brackets. Place the valance on the rod and adjust it to your desired height. Secure the valance in place by tightening any screws or clips on the rod.
The curtain rod should be hung about 4-6 inches above the window frame to create a visually appealing look and allow the curtains to hang properly.
You want to install your rod between 3-6" above the window and the same distance to the sides of the window, depending on the look you want to achieve. Some folks like to install on the wooden casing, but I do not care for that approach. It looks too "hung a sheet on the wall" look.
To measure for curtains, start by determining the width and height of the window. For width, measure from one side of the window frame to the other, then add extra inches for the desired curtain fullness and to allow the curtains to hang outside the frame. For height, measure from the top of the window frame to where you want the curtains to fall, typically just above the sill or to the floor. If you're using a curtain rod, measure from the top of the rod to the desired length as well.
For a smaller window such as a 36" X 36", the average height above the floor is about 32" to 36". For a taller window, it may be as little as 20-22" above the floor.
To hang valance curtains effectively and securely, start by measuring the width of your window and selecting a curtain rod that fits. Install the curtain rod above the window frame, making sure it is level. Attach curtain rod brackets to the wall and then slide the valance onto the rod. Secure the valance in place by tightening the rod brackets. Adjust the valance as needed for a neat and even appearance.
To install outside mount blinds, first measure the width and height of the window. Then, mark where the brackets will go on the wall above the window. Secure the brackets in place and attach the headrail of the blinds. Finally, hang the blinds on the brackets and adjust as needed.
Curtain rods can be useful for controlling the amount of light your windowsill plants receive. Not all flowers and vegetation benefit the most by getting constant light; some grow the quickest from indirect rays. Curtain rods are easy to install above any window, and the process will also give your room new decorative options depending on the curtains you want to buy.