Hanging curtains can be tricky, especially if you’re dealing with thicker fabrics or heavier curtains. Luckily, you have plenty of options available to you when it comes to getting those curtains hanging in the right spot! In this guide, we’ll cover the different types of curtain rods and hardware that you can use as well as give you some tips on what factors might affect your decision-making process. Following are some curtain headings ideas you can follow easily. Let’s get started!
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Tab curtains
If you don’t like or can’t install rods, or if you want a more informal look, try tab curtains. Some have tabs sewn into them, while others have pre-punched holes; either way, they’re simple to hang. With tab curtains, it’s easy to change out your window coverings whenever you feel like it because all of your hardware is attached directly to your curtain rod (instead of individual rings for each curtain). Your range of options with tab curtains is virtually limitless—they work well with both sheer and blackout fabrics and will accommodate any size window (from small dormer windows to big bay windows). They also provide a great deal of privacy when pulled closed since there are no gaps between each curtain panel.
Rod pockets
These pockets are built into your curtains, allowing you to easily hang a rod through them and into your curtain rod. This is by far one of the most common ways of hanging curtains and can be used on both sheers and heavier draperies. There’s usually no stitching involved in rod pocket curtains, so it takes very little time to hang them. If you want to get fancy with rods and finials, though, installing a more decorative rod pocket may not work for you. The basic ones tend to just be holes sewn into your curtain at whatever width is appropriate for your needs.
Drapes on rods
If you have standard window frames, you can hang curtains on top of your window frame, with a rod on top to hang your drapes. All you need are some drapes to hang! This is an extremely simple and inexpensive way to create privacy and soften up a room. Just measure your window first, then buy curtains or fabric that’s wide enough for your curtain rod plus a little extra for seam allowances.
Hooks on a single pole
This can be as easy as hanging a curtain rod from a sturdy picture-frame hook on your wall. It also works for thicker curtains and blinds, as long as you anchor it to studs in your wall for extra support. If you choose to use several curtain hooks like these along one pole, install them close together so there’s less chance that both curtains will get caught up on each other while they’re being drawn back. Don’t forget to buy some tension hooks along with your regular hooks, because even though thinner curtains may look beautiful and flowy right after installation, they tend to sag eventually.
Curtain rails
Using a curtain rail is a great idea if you have standard-sized windows and want to maximize your style potential. With these, curtains can be clipped on and off with ease, meaning they're ideal for temporary installations or display pieces. And as they take up less wall space than traditional curtain rails, they're also a good option if you don't have much room in your home or workplace. Curtain rails are generally sold as pairs but often require a third fixing point to keep them secure. The most popular materials used in curtain rails are wood, chrome, and metal; with some brands offering additional customization options like walnut veneers or glass inserts.
Difference Between Grommet and Rod Pocket Curtains
Grommet and rod pocket curtains both allow you to hang curtains on a curtain rod, but there are two main differences between them. The first is that grommet curtains have a small opening at each end of every pleat or gathering, while rod pocket curtains do not. This means that grommet curtains use more fabric than rod pocket ones. Second, grommet holes allow for much more fullness in curtain fabric than does a simple rod pocket. If you like to decorate your windows with sheer fabrics rather than solid panels, grommets are what you need. Grommets create an excellent shadowbox effect by letting light pass through delicate sheer fabrics and illuminating them from behind.
What Type Of Heading Should I Choose For Curtains?
The heading is also referred to as intersection or simply as the intersection. This term is derived from the old days when curtain rods used to be a separate pieces of furniture and headings (also known as intersections) were fitted into windows to hang curtains. Nowadays there are four types of headings that you can choose for your curtains- Grommet back, tab top, rod pocket or lined tab top. In order to help you understand better how each one works, we have written a comprehensive guide below on all of them. Here’s everything you need to know about how different headings work with curtains.
