Wall mounted rods are usually installed four inches above the window.
Where to place curtain rods above window.
If you re not using a double rod you can skip this step.
Use a level too especially if you live in an old house with less than perfect walls.
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.
You may need to adjust the height of the pole for different curtain hanging styles.
Watch the rod width.
Put the main curtain rod in place.
The one above was made using a couple pieces of cardboard and saved time otherwise spent measuring from the corner of the windows.
Hanging curtain rods high above the window frame adds height to the wall and works best with long panels or drapes.
When selecting the right curtain rod go for one that is a bit wider than the width of your window.
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.
A simple template ensures you hang the curtain rod at the same height for every window and that your rods won t be crooked.
To create the illusion of height mount the drapery rods close to the ceiling.
Then you can hang your sheer curtain or blackout curtain.
Step 3 next measure the window height.
Insert the back curtain rod if you re using a double rod setup.
To find your ideal placement measure down from the ceiling to the top of the trim at.
Your curtains may hang from the pole using a sleeve rings or eyelets.
For cathedral ceilings leave approximately four to six inches above the window trim as a guideline.
Attach curtain rings if they are part of your setup.
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.