You can use our support brackets for an outdoor kitchen counter top or as roof brackets or to hold up an outside overhang.
The outdoor finish also works if you are using your curtain rods and other hardware outside.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Outdoor finish
We offer an outdoor finish for all of our drapery hardware and our support brackets. It consists of a rust inhibitive red oxide primer as a base coat, a paint finish of your choice (choose from our 18 finishes) and finally, a clear coat. It helps the metal to wear better if the product is going to be placed outdoors. There is a 15% upcharge for this finish. To order, please call us!
You can use our support brackets for an outdoor kitchen counter top or as roof brackets or to hold up an outside overhang.
The outdoor finish also works if you are using your curtain rods and other hardware outside.
You can use our support brackets for an outdoor kitchen counter top or as roof brackets or to hold up an outside overhang.
The outdoor finish also works if you are using your curtain rods and other hardware outside.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Use curtain rods to hang art
Curtain rods are a perfect way to hang art attractively. By using a curtain rod, curtain rings and pincer clips, you can hang art and change it out easily and quickly.
First, measure your space and decide how long your curtain rod should be. A small, simple curtain rod works best. You will also need brackets to support the curtain rod. Secondly, decide whether you want finials, end mount brackets or a cafe curtain rod. Finials will cap the rod in an attractive way. End mount brackets allow the rod to go from wall-to-wall. A cafe curtain rod has returns and allows the rod to be attached directly to the wall with no brackets at the ends of the rods. Thirdly, chose a curtain ring that is slightly larger than your rod. For example, chose 1 1/2" rings with a 1" curtain rod. Additionally, you'll need pincer clips to go on the rings to hold the art.
Place the pincer clips on the curtain rod rings and then place the rings on the curtain rod. You can then hang the art by using the pincer clips to grab the art. The rings can be moved along the curtain rod to be placed in the appropriate place depending on the size of the art. When you get tired of the art, simply take it off the clips and replace it. You'll have a new look anytime you want!
You can see all of these photos on my Pinterest page.
First, measure your space and decide how long your curtain rod should be. A small, simple curtain rod works best. You will also need brackets to support the curtain rod. Secondly, decide whether you want finials, end mount brackets or a cafe curtain rod. Finials will cap the rod in an attractive way. End mount brackets allow the rod to go from wall-to-wall. A cafe curtain rod has returns and allows the rod to be attached directly to the wall with no brackets at the ends of the rods. Thirdly, chose a curtain ring that is slightly larger than your rod. For example, chose 1 1/2" rings with a 1" curtain rod. Additionally, you'll need pincer clips to go on the rings to hold the art.
Place the pincer clips on the curtain rod rings and then place the rings on the curtain rod. You can then hang the art by using the pincer clips to grab the art. The rings can be moved along the curtain rod to be placed in the appropriate place depending on the size of the art. When you get tired of the art, simply take it off the clips and replace it. You'll have a new look anytime you want!
You can see all of these photos on my Pinterest page.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Serene bedroom ideaboard
After a day at work or with my kids, I need a relaxing place to go. My master bedroom is my place. Here is an idea board for a serene bedroom.
Pottery Barn chair
Target lamp with black shade $
silver frame
Lamps Plus black bedside table $380
C2 Dorian Gray paint sample
1" round curtain rod with k683 finial in matte stainless finish
West Elm headboard $349-599
Target sunburst mirror $77
Target faux-silk curtains $37Pottery Barn chair
Target lamp with black shade $
silver frame
Lamps Plus black bedside table $380
C2 Dorian Gray paint sample
Wednesday, January 18, 2012
Double curtain rods and brackets
Made of Metal offers double curtain rod brackets for double curtain rods. You can order our standard projection, which is 3.5" and 7". (Remember projection is the distance between the wall and the center of the rod.) You can also order custom projections.
If you are ordering custom projections, remember this:
For 1/2" curtain rods, your projections need to be at least 1" apart. For example, for a 2" projection in the back, you would need to order at least a 3" projection in the front. For 3/4" and 1" rods, you need at least 1 1/2" difference. And for 1 1/2" and 2" rods, you need at least 2 1/2" difference.
A popular way to order double rods is to order a smaller rod for the back with end caps and use a larger rod with some decorative finials for the front rod.
If you are ordering custom projections, remember this:
For 1/2" curtain rods, your projections need to be at least 1" apart. For example, for a 2" projection in the back, you would need to order at least a 3" projection in the front. For 3/4" and 1" rods, you need at least 1 1/2" difference. And for 1 1/2" and 2" rods, you need at least 2 1/2" difference.
A popular way to order double rods is to order a smaller rod for the back with end caps and use a larger rod with some decorative finials for the front rod.
Monday, January 16, 2012
Grommet curtains
Grommet curtains have become extremely popular. I love the way they look and the fact that they can go straight onto a curtain rod.
You can find grommet curtains at almost every place that sells curtains. Measure the diameter of your grommet before ordering your rod. If you plan to move your curtains along the rod, we recommend you purchase a rod at least 1/2" smaller in diameter than your grommets.
If you are making your own curtains, grommet tape can be purchased by the yard at your local fabric or craft store or online. It sews into your fabric and the grommets snap onto the tape. Grommets come in different finishes, so they can match your curtain rod and other hardware.
World Market
Pottery Barn
Target
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Kitchen islands with breakfast bars
One of the most popular uses of our support brackets is for kitchen counter tops. They are often used on kitchen islands to create breakfast bars.
I love the different heights and materials used in this one.
I love the different heights and materials used in this one.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Holdbacks aren't just for holding back
This is a creative way to use holdbacks. They are perfect for holding curtains that you don't need to move across a window. Holdbacks come in tons of styles, sizes and finishes to match any interior.
custom leaf holdbacks
from Priority Windows
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