Priscilla curtains are a type of ruffled curtains that have a romantic and feminine look. They are usually made of sheer or lace fabric, and they overlap at the center of the window. They can create a cozy and charming atmosphere in any room.
Hanging priscilla curtains can be done with the help of a double curtain rod or two separate rods, curtain hooks or rings, and curtain tiebacks. The best method depends on the type and size of your window, and your personal preference.
Use a Double Curtain Rod
One of the easiest and most common ways to hang priscilla curtains is to use a double curtain rod. This is a special rod that has two parallel rods attached to one bracket. The longer rod is for the outer curtain, and the shorter rod is for the inner curtain. You can use this method to hang any type of priscilla curtains, from light to heavy.
To use a double curtain rod, you need to follow these steps:
- Measure the width of your window, from outside edge to outside edge. Add 6 to 12 inches to this measurement to get the length of your double curtain rod. This will allow your curtains to cover the entire window and part of the wall on both sides.
- Choose a double curtain rod that matches this length, or cut it if it is too long, using a hacksaw or a pipe cutter. You can also use an extendable double curtain rod if you want more flexibility.
- Install the double curtain rod brackets on the wall above or below the window frame, using a drill and screws. Make sure they are aligned and level.
- Slide the curtain rings onto the double curtain rod, using an even amount of rings for each rod. You will need to purchase the curtain rings separately. Choose rings that match the double curtain rod.
- Hang the priscilla curtains from the curtain rings, starting from one end and working your way to the other. Adjust the length and position of each curtain as needed.
- Tie back the priscilla curtains at the sides with curtain tiebacks, creating a flounced silhouette. You can use fabric or ribbon tiebacks that match or contrast with your curtains.
You can watch this video for more details on how to use a double curtain rod:
: How To Hang Priscilla Curtains
Use Two Separate Rods
Another way to hang priscilla curtains is to use two separate rods. This method gives you more control over the overlap and spacing of your curtains. You can use this method to hang any type of priscilla curtains, from light to heavy.
To use two separate rods, you need to follow these steps:
- Measure the width of your window, from outside edge to outside edge. Add 6 to 12 inches to this measurement to get the length of your outer rod. Add 3 to 6 inches to this measurement to get the length of your inner rod. This will allow your curtains to cover the entire window and part of the wall on both sides, and create some overlap at the center.
- Choose two rods that match these lengths, or cut them if they are too long, using a hacksaw or a pipe cutter. You can also use extendable rods if you want more flexibility.
- Install the rod brackets on the wall above or below the window frame, using a drill and screws. Make sure they are aligned and level. The brackets for the outer rod should be slightly higher and wider than the brackets for the inner rod.
- Slid the curtain rings onto the rods, using an even amount of rings for each rod. You will need to purchase the curtain rings separately. Choose rings that match the rods.
