We've been making corner curtain rods for awhile, but now you can order them online.  They are mostly used for wall corners and bay windows.  They are very handy when you have windows close to a corner and can't fit a finial or it would look too crowded.

You can also use corner rods in the middle of a room with ceiling brackets.  The ceiling brackets can support the curtain rods wherever needed.

It may look complicated to measure for corner rods but it's actually pretty easy.  We have detailed instructions on how to measure for one, two or three angles.  If you have more than three angles, please contact us. 

To make the corners, the rods are mitered at the correct angle.  Then, we include a connector that is also welded at the correct angle.  You slide the connector into the two rods and tighten them with the set screws already in the rods.  It's easy to do and very secure.  As with all of our curtain rods, they include brackets.  We will include enough brackets to hang your rods and support the corners.  They are ordered with your choice of finish.

        

                                 

Made of Metal is introducing a new bamboo curtain rod .  It's tubing so it's lightweight and it comes in any of our finishes.  It's 1" in diameter and costs $13/foot.  Like all of our rods, it comes with standard brackets and you can use any finial with it.

        

We got your feedback and now offer curtain rod rings at bulk prices.  You can still order them individually so there's no waste, but you can also order packages of 24 at discounted prices.  This is available in all the styles, sizes and finishes.  Just let us know what you need!

        

twisted curtain wand with a ring

Curtain rod wands, also called drapery wands or batons, are used to move curtains along a curtain rod.  They can attach to the curtain rod by a curtain rod ring or hook to a ring.  They come in different lengths, styles and finishes.

Made of Metal offers a round wand or a twisted wand with a hook or a ring.  They are finished to your choice or to match the rest of your curtain rod order.

What length of drapery wand should you purchase?  Our recommendation is for the wand to end around your shoulder (or the shoulder of the shortest person in your house that's going to using it).  So measure from the top of the curtain rod to your shoulder and round up to the nearest foot.

        

Holdbacks or tiebacks are traditionally installed on the wall beside the window and used to hold curtains back, away from the window.  Hook holdbacks are shaped like a "U" or an "L" and designed to hold the curtains in the "U" or "L" section.  Stem holdbacks are usually made with a "post" with some sort of design on the front where the curtains go to one side of the "post." 

Made of Metal has both stem and hook style holdbacks in different designs.  They are finished to match your rod and other curtain accessories.

There are also some creative ways to use holdbacks.  If you have an arched or other strangely-shaped window, you can hang holdbacks above or around your window to hang your curtains on.

        

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.

        

So let's get back to basics.  What is a custom curtain rod?  First of all, it's a curtain rod that's cut to length.  Most stores sell curtain rods that are adjustable and can expand to a certain length.  Second of all, our rods are heavy duty.  Most store-bought rods are pretty lightweight metal or plastic.  Thirdly, we have many finish options and have brackets with screws, finials and other accessories that are finished the same.

Brackets  are included with your rod.  Our standard brackets have a 3.5" projection.  Projection is the measurement from the wall to the middle of your rod.  Our brackets are made to fit your rod.

Finials are the decorative parts that go on the end of a curtain rod.  Ours are steel or cast iron.  We weld collars onto them and they attach securely to your rod with a set screw.  A rod, brackets and finials are all you need to have a beautiful rod for your window, but there are many more accessories and custom products available.  Check out my next posts for more.

        

What do you hang in your son's room?  Or in your bachelor pad?  Here are some choices.

These navy and gray striped grommet panels are from Pottery Barn Teen from $59.  Use a 3/4" round rod and k683 finials in our matte stainless finish.


These rich chocolate panels from Crate and Barrel start at $99.  Use a 1" round rod with ball finials in flat black.


JC Penney offers these brown circle-print drapes from $70.  Use a 1" round rod with ci7055 finials in the graphite finish.


IKEA has reasonably priced "unbleached" curtains for $49.99/pair.  Use our twisted rod with 8832 finials.  Use the hammered gray finish for a nice contrast.

        

You can find great window treatments at Overstock.com at fantastic prices.  Their products change frequently so check the site regularly.  You can search by type, price and brand to narrow down your choices.  If you choose "curtains," you can narrow it down by color, style, width, length and more.  Right now, they have all sorts of basic styles and colors and more intricate designs and fabrics.

       

Once you chose your curtains, check the style and size so you can order the appropriate curtain rod and finials.

        

Do you have any little performers at home?  Most kids love to sing and dance.  I got this from a customer and thought it was a great idea.



The arched curtain rod is secured at the walls with end mount brackets.  A ceiling bracket is used in the middle to hold the rod in place.  Choose your finish and you are done.