Curtain Rods Made With Pvc Pipe
2 10 long 3 4 diameter pvc pipe i also did the window in my son s bedroom so needed the second pipe 4 90 degree pvc elbows 3 4 diameter.
Curtain rods made with pvc pipe. They are holding up perfectly even after storms and heavy gusts of wind. Although i bought a 60 in. With a few supplies you can complete this project in an afternoon. Due to the elbows and flanges.
Pvc pipe is one of those ordinary construction materials that is very versatile. Step 4 assemble the pipe curtain rod. You can save a bucketful of money by making your own curtain rods and hardware if you are willing to put in the time. Consequently it can be used to create inexpensive curtain rods that will last.
Pipe the overall width was about 65 in. Use a spray primer to begin with as it ensures that the paint will adhere to the pipe. We my darling and handy husband and i fully assembled the curtain rod and measured it. Instead of spending extra money on the expensive metal curtain rods she used pvc pipes to hang curtains on her three angled windows.
5 conduit fittings 3 4 diameter 1 tee 3 4 diameter only needed one for the rod over 48 4 floor flanges 3 4 diameter spray paint i used rust oleum universal all surface hammered. See how i made some really inexpensive pvc pipe curtain rods to hold long sheer porch curtains for around 15. Tips to put into consideration when making curtain rods using pvc pipe. We needed a very long custom curtain rod 15 feet for our space.
Using curtain hooks hang the pvc pipe made rods above the house windows. Ensure that you spray all the hardware using the paint of your choice such that it gets the look which pleases you. It is cheap to buy readily available and easy to work with. We decided to make our own out of 3 4 black steel pipe which can be found at the hardware.
The pvc sits down in the diy rod hardware then you can pinch the pipe strap tight to secure the new curtain rods in place.