Are you looking for a way to add some style and privacy to your rental home without drilling holes in your walls? If so, you’re not alone. Many renters face the challenge of hanging curtains without damaging the walls or violating their lease agreements. But don’t worry, there are some easy and affordable ways to hang temporary curtains that won’t leave a mark. Here are some of the best options you can try today.
How to put up temporary curtains: You can put up temporary curtains using Command hooks, tension rods, compression shades, no-drill brackets, or drop cloths. These methods are easy to install and remove without leaving any holes or marks on your walls. They also allow you to customize your curtains according to your style and budget.
Use Command Hooks
Command hooks are adhesive-backed hooks that can hold a variety of items without damaging the surface they are attached to. They are ideal for hanging lightweight curtains with rods or rings. To use them, simply peel off the backing paper and stick them on the top corners of your window frame. Then, hang your curtain rod or rings on the hooks and adjust the length of your curtains as needed. You can also use smaller Command hooks along the sides of your window frame to create pleats or folds in your curtains.
Hang Curtains With Tension Rods
Tension rods are spring-loaded rods that can fit inside your window frame without any hardware or tools. They are perfect for hanging sheer or light curtains that don’t need a lot of support. To use them, measure the width of your window frame and choose a tension rod that is slightly longer than that. Then, twist the rod to adjust its length and insert it between the sides of your window frame. You can then slide your curtains onto the rod and arrange them as you like.
Order Custom Compression Shades
Compression shades are fabric shades that can be pulled up or down to control the amount of light and privacy in your room. They are similar to roller blinds, but they don’t require any drilling or screws to install. Instead, they use a compression system that holds them in place between the top and bottom of your window frame. To order custom compression shades, you need to measure the width and height of your window frame and choose a fabric and color that suits your decor. You can also choose between different levels of light filtering, from translucent to blackout.
Use No-Drill Brackets
No-drill brackets are metal brackets that can attach to the headrail of your existing blinds and hold a curtain rod without any drilling or screws. They are ideal for hanging heavier or longer curtains over blinds that stick out from the wall. To use them, remove the valance from your blinds and insert the bracket onto the headrail. Then, tighten the screw to secure it in place and hang your curtain rod on the bracket. You can also use 3M strips to prevent the bracket from sliding.
Make Your Own Drop Cloth Curtains
Drop cloth curtains are DIY curtains made from canvas drop cloths that you can find at any hardware store. They are cheap, durable, and easy to customize with paint, dye, or stamps. To make them, you need to measure the length of your window and add some extra inches for hemming and folding. Then, cut your drop cloth accordingly and hem the edges with a sewing machine or fabric glue. Next, fold over the top edge of your drop cloth and clip it with curtain rings or clips. Finally, hang your drop cloth curtains on a rod or hooks.
FAQs
- Can I hang curtains without a rod?
Yes, you can hang curtains without a rod using hooks, clips, magnets, or Velcro. These methods are great for creating different looks and styles with your curtains.
- How do I make my temporary curtains look good?
You can make your temporary curtains look good by choosing fabrics and colors that match your decor, adding accessories like tiebacks or valances, and creating pleats or folds with hooks or clips.
- How do I remove temporary curtains without damaging the walls?
You can remove temporary curtains without damaging the walls by following the instructions of each method carefully. For example, if you used Command hooks, you need to pull the tab at the bottom of each hook slowly and gently until it comes off. If you used tension rods, you need to twist them to release the tension and pull them out of the window frame. If you used compression shades, you need to push the top and bottom of the shade together and lift it out of the window frame.
