What types of curtain rails are there: types and methods of fastening

Icer October 22, 2016Specialization: master in the construction of plasterboard structures, finishing work and laying floor coverings. Installation of door and window units, finishing of facades, installation of electrical, plumbing and heating - I can give detailed advice on all types of work.

Today I will talk about how to install a ceiling cornice, since this type of product is one of the most popular today. We will figure out how to properly attach to various bases, and what nuances you should pay close attention to during work. After reading this review, you will be able to carry out the work yourself and achieve excellent results.

In the photo: the ceiling cornice is easy to attach and looks great

Wall mounting

Before hanging curtain rods on the wall, you need to decide on the distances. At what distance from the ceiling should it be installed? Curtains look best when there is 1/3 of the entire distance between the window and the ceiling from the cornice to the ceiling, and 2/3 to the window. It must be remembered that the minimum gap from the window is 5 cm.

At what distance from the ceiling should you hang a cornice?

It is also worth deciding at what distance from the window opening the edges of the cornice (pipe or profile) should end. This applies more to the choice of cornices, but it would be useful to remind you: the minimum distance is 15 cm, and the maximum is up to 40 cm (more is possible, but it may look disproportionate).

Types of brackets

To hang curtain rods, you need to consider the bracket on which it is attached. They come in several types:

In the shape of the letter "G". Metal curtain rods are usually equipped with such brackets. They are the easiest to work with: the holes for fasteners are clearly visible.

L-shaped brackets are the easiest to install

The most difficult installation is for round collapsible brackets. The difficulty is that they disassemble and assemble. Otherwise, everything is the same, the installation procedure is the same as for other types.

Installation procedure

Having decided where the cornice will hang, you can begin installation. Attach the cornice and level it using a building level. At this stage, it is advisable to have an assistant who will hold the second edge.

We hammer nails into wooden walls or screw screws in immediately. You can only remove the pipe/pipes to make it easier. You cannot simply install fasteners into brick, concrete, foam concrete and other similar walls. Dowels are needed, and to install them, marks are needed.

How to install a plastic cornice on a wall: installation procedure in pictures

Having aligned the curtain rod, we put marks (right, left, top, bottom) in those places where the brackets will be located - 15 cm from the end of the pipe/profile and at the selected distance from the window and ceiling. We remove the cornice, remove the bracket, install it in the right place, mark the holes for the fastenings. We put all the marks - we put as many holes in the holder.

Drill holes according to the marks. The diameter of the hole depends on the size of the dowel - we use a drill of the appropriate diameter. Having made a hole, insert a dowel into it. It should go in completely - as a last resort, if it is not possible to sink the dowel a couple of millimeters, cut off the excess with a sharp knife.

The principle of assembling curtain rods with round holders/brackets

Having installed all the dowels, attach the bracket, align the holes, tighten the screws that come with the dowels. After all the holders are installed, we assemble the cornice and you can hang curtains and curtains.

Features of installing cornices on a suspended or suspended ceiling

Neither suspended nor suspended ceilings are able to hold at least some mass. Therefore, hanging a curtain rod on a suspended/stretch ceiling “directly” will not work. There are two options:

When installing the ceiling, install the mortgages (usually wooden blocks) to which the holders are screwed. In this case, the load, through the mortgages, is transferred to the main ceiling (floor). When attaching to wooden blocks, the fasteners are self-tapping screws. The length is less than the height of the beam.

Mortgages under suspended ceilings

Both options are working. Only in the second case is there a hidden cornice that is not visible. There are only curtains and curtains. The cornice (blind, curtain) is not visible.

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Fastening PVC rails (ceiling cornices) to the wall or ceiling.

1. Ceiling mount

To carry out installation you need:

1. Make mounting holes in the plastic rail every 50-70 cm.
2. Apply markings to the ceiling through the mounting holes in the plastic rail;
3. According to the applied markings, drill holes for the dowels (with a drill of the appropriate diameter) to a depth corresponding to the length of the dowel;
4. Attach the tire to the ceiling with a screw into the dowel.

Attaching PVC tires to the ceiling

Note: To attach the cornice to plasterboard ceilings, you must use special fasteners.

2. Wall mount

For wall mounting, a standard bracket is used with a distance of 10-28 cm from the wall (brackets are not included in the standard package, but you can purchase them separately in our curtain salon).

To install a baguette cornice to the wall you must:

a) apply markings to the plastic tire after placing a bracket on it as shown in the figure.

b) According to the applied markings, drill through holes with a drill with a diameter of 4 mm.

c) the cornice is attached to the brackets with M-4 screws through a washer.

Fastening PVC tires to the wall1

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a) secure the bracket pressure plate to the plastic rail with four self-tapping screws in places convenient for further fastening (see figure);

b) insert brackets under the clamping bar;

c) measure the distances between the mounting holes on the brackets and apply markings on the wall in accordance with the obtained dimensions;

d) according to the applied markings, drill holes for dowels with a drill of the appropriate diameter;

e) secure the brackets to the wall with screws and dowels;

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The PVC product does not require additional maintenance throughout its entire service life.

In the process of renovating an apartment, cases often arise when a standard round cornice is not suitable for various reasons: a radiator pipe is in the way, a wide window sill, etc. A tire cornice (rail) will help you get out of this situation, which is attached to the ceiling, which means it can be mount at any suitable distance from the window.

Plastic curtain rods - practical and inexpensive

Installation of ceiling cornice

An important component of the overall design of the room are curtains, skillfully hung on the eaves. Manufacturers offer a huge range of innovative curtain holders, including ceiling ones. They are attached to a horizontal surface made of different materials, optically lengthen the height of the room, and allow curtains to be hung in several rows. How to attach the ceiling cornice to the ceiling, what actions need to be taken for this, will be described below.

Advantages

Ceiling curtain rods have a number of advantages:

• made from high quality materials (plastic);
• They are particularly durable and provide easy movement;
• do not change shape during prolonged use and loads of up to one hundred kilograms;
• used in rooms, on terraces, this will help expand the space;
• thanks to the lightness and strength of the bus plate, it is possible to fix curtains of various types in two or three rows (organza, thick tulle, curtains, etc.);
• the ability to mount on different types of ceilings (regular, tension or suspended);
• wall-ceiling fasteners make it possible to visually enlarge the room;
• affordable price;
• wide range of colors.

Variations of tires for curtains and use in the interior

Everyone has long known that curtains are a decoration for any room. For precise installation, you need to select high-quality curtain rails. When choosing, you should consider a number of factors:

• the profile from which the product is made must be simple and safe;
• the cornice must be in harmony with the overall style of the interior and fit into its color scheme;
• the material of the curtains and the volume they will create are taken into account when choosing it.

Ceiling rails vary in purpose and size, color design, method of fastening the cornice and the materials from which they are made. For example, wooden ones are suitable for all types of curtains, they are very durable, look beautiful in any interior style, and are reliable in use.

Metal products for curtains are made of aluminum, since this material is quite resistant, too light and has a long service life. Aluminum rails complement tulle curtains well and can withstand heavy curtains. You can hang lambrequins on them. These cornices are very harmonious in classical style interiors.

Plastic tires are made of durable plastic. They are installed very simply and can hold a noticeable weight, despite the fact that they are very light. They are very popular due to the excellent combination of quality and cost.

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The form of execution of the curtain rods also differs from each other:

1. String - products with metal strings that hold the curtains. Usually one to three rows of strings are used, and maybe more.
2. Round - these cornices, while performing a decorative function, are not covered with a curtain. They come in plastic, metal (wrought iron, brass), stained or painted wood.
3. Profile row products are a plastic rail for curtains or a double-row curtain rod made of aluminum.
4. Baguettes are a decoration for a tire called a baguette strip.

Design Feature

1. The design is a niche made of plastic, which is assembled according to the principle of a designer in a certain sequence.
2. The curtain rail is equipped with special grooves for hooks, which serve as holders for curtains and plastic plugs that fix and limit sliding.
3. The rail cornice mechanism is attached to the wall or ceiling using brackets, screws and dowels.
4. A properly installed tire mechanism can support the heaviest curtains or drapes.

Accessories for curtain rods

Advice! To create a more comfortable use of the structure, you can equip it with a sliding mechanism, which can be either electronic or mechanical.

1. The tire mechanism includes:

• plastic hooks on rollers;
• stopper;
• end caps for profile;
• fasteners.

Advice! If the design looks visually simple, then the outer part can be decorated with a decorative element, and the ends can be covered with a strip or left open.

Ease of installation

Tire curtain rods are:

• hollow;
• with wood filling.

Advice! To install a ceiling cornice structure, a tire is used, both with and without filler, and for mounting a wall cornice plate, it is recommended to use only a plastic structure with filler.

Today on sale there are special rotary designs for baguettes with side folds. Such turns are equipped with special notches, which make it possible to make a cut at any angle and attach a multi-part cornice plate of complex design.

Advice! Before installation, you must make sure that the selected type of cornice during installation will not interfere with the proper functioning of the window, and the curtains will not touch the window sill radiators and window handles.

Classification

You can look at the photo to see how varied the cornices can be.

Most often, such products are made of plastic. They can have different lengths: as a rule, the maximum is 3 m. The width is determined by the number of tracks for placing curtains. The most popular option is a two-row tire. It allows you to place curtains and tulle - a classic approach to the design of a window opening. Therefore, product sizes are selected taking into account conditions and personal requirements.

It should be noted that ceiling rails for curtains can be not only straight, but also curved. Therefore, they are suitable for decorating bay windows - winding plasterboard ceiling structures.

We can’t help but mention the color design. The standard option is white. Models can be painted in virtually any color. Moreover, this can be, or you can paint the structure with your own hands, using paint suitable for this purpose.

There are models that imitate other materials:

• wood;
• stone;
• others.

Installation

To install the cornice with your own hands, you need to prepare the following tools:

• drill;
• roulette;
• building level;
• screwdriver;
• metal hacksaw (for cutting the cornice plate);
• ruler;
• pen or pencil;
• fasteners (dowels, screws, brackets).

How to install

Instructions for installing the cornice structure:

1. Using a level, ruler and pencil, draw a horizontal line at the mounting location.
2. Mark the places where the fasteners are attached.

Choosing a mounting location

1. Use a drill to make holes in the wall.

Installing the curtain rod plate

1. Screw the brackets.

1. Insert the curtain rod plate into the brackets, align and secure with special devices that are included in the kit.

Scheme of fastening the tire to the ceiling

Recommendations for using curtain rods

1. In order to get even folds on the curtains, they must be attached to the rings at the same distance, in increments of 10-15 centimeters.
2. If the kit includes clamps and other fasteners, then they need to be alternated with rings, this way you can achieve greater strength of the entire structure.
3. If the length of the cornice is more than 2.5 meters or the curtains are very heavy, it is recommended to strengthen it using an additional bracket, which must be screwed in the middle of the structure.
4. To make the curtains last longer, you can use a special mechanism to move them aside and close them.

Ceiling cornice is a great way to hang curtains

Preparation

In addition to ready-made tools, you will also need to prepare the base. You need to check how level the ceiling is. If everything is in order with this, then you can begin to determine the dimensions of the product. Measurements should be taken to determine the optimal dimensions. When choosing a tire, you should consider what will be placed on it in order to understand what solution is required, two- or three-row.

After this you can make markings. It should be taken into account that the cornice must be larger than the width of the opening. When determining the tire size, you should take into account the presence of two plugs at the edges.

It is not always possible to choose the optimal length of the product. Often you have to use two models or cut off a piece. In the latter case, you can use a stationery knife or a special hacksaw. Any burrs that may remain after the procedure must be cut off and sanded to obtain a smooth and even edge.

Before fastening the tire, it is recommended to immediately install the clamp on one side, the plug, and then string the hooks in the required quantity, and then close them with the clamp on the other side and the plug.