Friday, April 1, 2011

Curtain Rods for Dummies, Part II - Rings

Curtain rings, also called drapery rings, are devices to hold curtains onto a curtain rod.  They are placed on the rod and can attach to curtains in different ways.  The rings can be sewn onto the curtains.  The rings can be hooked onto drapery pins and the pins are sewn on the curtains.  The rings can be attached to drapery clips which are clipped onto the curtains. 

Rings come in different sizes and styles.  We have plain rings, twisted rings and hammered rings and they are purchased individually.  Our sizes range from 1" to 3.5".  We recommend buying rings that are one-half inch larger than the diameter of your curtain rod.  This ensures they will move across the rod easily.  Our rings are finished to match your curtain rod and other accessories.

How many rings do you need?  Depending on your curtains and what look you are going for, 3 rings per linear foot seems to be the most popular response.  You might space them a little farther apart depending on gathering, what kind of fabric you're using and a number of other factors.

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