A Homeowner's Guide To Choosing The Best Curtains And Drapery Hardware NJ For Your Needs

By Amy Stewart


If you are trying to change the look of one of the rooms in your home, one of the easiest ways to accomplish this is to change the window coverings that you are using. The right drapery choice can transform a room as well as providing more practical benefits. If you are changing the coverings on your windows you may also need to change the drapery hardware NJ that is being used as well. Here are some things to consider.

In the past, there was not a massive selection of hardware to choose from but this has changed. Now, rods, tracks, hanging hooks and other items come in a wide variety of options to choose from.

While many people work during the day, others end up working shift work and may need to sleep at odd hours. For these people, a functional and comfortable room may involve light-blocking panels that will keep a room as dark as possible even during the day. In this case, hardware that allows the panel to sit close to the window and cover it as completely as possible will be a necessary choice.

If you live in an area where there are cold winters you may want to find a way to block drafts and heat loss. Panels made out of heavy, lined fabric can often do this quite easily. Of course, you will need to make sure that they hang in such a way that the entire window is covered and ensure that the fabric is hanging as close to the window as the sill will allow.

You should think about how heavy the draperies are that you will be hanging. If you want a light, delicate look you may want to choose hardware that is not overly thick or industrial. You could either go with hidden hooks that move along a track or with a thin rod and small rings that will slide back and forth easily.

Prefabricated panels usually have a specific hanging system incorporated into the design. There may be several options to choose from but in the end, the only way to have complete freedom you will need to use custom-made drapes. Keep in mind that not every fabric will be able to accommodate every hanging method or type of hardware available.

Many people find it frustrating to install the hardware that their curtains will hang on. While it can be time consuming it is well worth the effort to do so correctly. A good starting point is to determine how low the curtains need to hang to get the look you are trying to achieve. Then, if you measure the length of the panels you will be able to figure out where you need to position the bar that the panels will hang from.

While you may think that you are limited to the curtain options that you find in stores you are not. You can always order custom drapes in different patterns and with linings that will block out any cold or light in your room. You may need to work with an interior decorator or a store that specializes in creating custom home accessories. They may have specific recommendations as to the kind of hardware you should be using as well.




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