Originally published August 15, 2014. In the quest to make our screened in porch more intimate, I wanted to add drapes. Given the size and shape of the porch, West Elm’s Industrial Pipe Curtain Rods were out of the question due to budget constraints because of the quantity needed & only adjust in length, unable to accommodate the corners of the room. You all know my love obsession with copper. After we paint the exterior of our house, we plan to add copper light fixtures and hardware. It’s undeniably beautiful when new, but becomes even more gorgeous when it ages. So, we did what I had wanted to do for years, we created custom copper curtain poles for our odd shaped space. They were easier than I had anticipated surpassed my expectations. This project involves a little critical thinking if you’re designing around a bay window or space with angles, but nothing that overwhelmed me. What I loved most about this project is that you can just eye most cuts. Measuring is not my fave.

To create your own custom copper curtain rods, you’ll need: copper pipes {we used 3/4″} flanges {found in plumbing, but come in silver} 3/4″ {or corresponding size} copper male adapter for each flange you need elbows for corners – we used 45 degree copper elbows copper tee – one for each support you need Wall to Wall Instructions: Spray paint your flanges. Keep in mind that it will scratch easily, so handle them with care. ready made curtains droghedaOnce they’re up, there’s no concern.green emily floral print eyelet curtains Screw in your first flange to the wall.curtain factory outlet westborough ma

Loosely screw an adapter in.Mark where you want the next flange {or if doing an extended like ours, the support} to be. Install 2nd flange in marked spot. Loosely screw in adapter. Mark & cut pipe. Insert the pipe and voila! Standard Industrial Curtain Rod Style: Screw your flanges to the wall, ensuring they’re level. Cut two small pieces of pipe at the desired distance from the wall. Insert the small pipe at both ends.steel curtains smokehouse brown Insert the elbows at both ends.argos curtain rail bay Measure & cut the pipe to desired length.black curtains 46x90 Bay Windows & Odd Shaped Spaces:classic winnie the pooh tab top curtains

Mark and cut pipe. Add the tee connector. Put the copper piping back in flange #1. Line & mark where you need to cut it. Remove the pipe, cut it {so easy, even I did it!} and place the pipe in the rod. Working around a large/unusual space? Repeat steps 4, 5 & 6 and add your elbow for corners. If you don’t have the same affection for copper that I do, you can always use pvc or galvanized pipe and spray paint with Rustoleum. Black is always beautiful as well. I have only been successful locating true copper spray paint at Ace Hardware. I CANNOT WAIT to do the same, adding finials for future makeovers in indoor spaces. These custom curtain rods took just one afternoon nap {the kids, not us}! Update – we’ve painted. You can see more of our outdoor dining room / screened in porch here. Do you have an awkward window you’d love to add drapes to? Tagscopperdiyhomehome decorscreened porchthe tudor Massive savings to be had on our quality clearance items.

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