Do you put curtains on windows with crown molding?

Do you put curtains on windows with crown molding?

If you have crown molding, mount the curtain rod right beneath the crown molding. If the window is less than 6” from the ceiling, and there is no crown molding, then ceiling mounting the drapery is best.

How far should curtains be from crown molding?

DO: Hang the curtain rod 2″-4″ below crown molding or ceiling. For rooms with high ceilings, hang them 10″ above the top of the frame.

Do you hang curtains above molding?

Generally, hanging curtain brackets on the wall above and outside the window molding looks best; it allows fabric to fall gracefully. If you have detailed window frames you don’t want to cover, an inside mount (hanging curtains within the frame, as you would with a tension rod) can work.

How do you install crown molding around a window?

1. Step 1: Cut the plywood. If you don’t have resources to cut the boards yourself, no worries.
2. Step 2: Cut the 8″ plywood to fit. My husband cut down the 8″ strips to 36″ in width.
3. Step 3: Add crown molding. Next we added 3″ crown molding to the top.
4. Step 4: Add picture molding.
5. Step 5: Caulk.
6. Step 6: Prime.
7. Step 7: Paint.

How do you hang curtains when the window is at the top of the wall?

Place hooks on the glass at the upper window corners or on nearby wall surfaces, and drop your rod into the brackets they have become. You should, however, plan to hang only a light-use rod and lightweight curtains to prevent accidents.

Where should curtains be mounted in relation to the window?

A rule of thumb (from Architectural Digest) is that curtains should be hung between four to six inches above the window frame, so install your curtain rod accordingly. When you hang the curtain rod high, it will make the window appear taller.

How do you hang curtains above a window?

DO Hang High The higher the curtain rod, the taller the window will appear, so fix your curtain rod closer to the ceiling than the top of your window, if you can. One rule of thumb is that they should sit 4-6 inches above the window frame.

Can you hang curtains inside the window frame?

Although most curtains cover window frames, some people like to hang curtains inside window frames. Even if the frames are basic, homeowners may prefer how it looks. These inside mounts can allow in more light, but if your priorities include showing the frame, an inside mount may be warranted.

What trim to use for exterior windows?

Window Trim Materials

• Cedar Trim. Cedar is probably one of the most frequently installed wood trim products.
• Vinyl Trim. Vinyl trim is designed to match vinyl siding.
• Aluminum Trim. Aluminum is one of the first materials brought to market as an alternative to wood.
• Fiber Cement Trim.
• Preservative-Treated Wood Trim.

How far above window should curtains hang?

between four to six inches
A rule of thumb (from Architectural Digest) is that curtains should be hung between four to six inches above the window frame, so install your curtain rod accordingly. When you hang the curtain rod high, it will make the window appear taller.