How to Hang Curtains without a Drill
So you found the perfect apartment. You're all moved in and your decor is coming together just right. Except…every window and sliding glass door has these plain white vertical or mini blinds. Ugh. What do I do???
It seems every apartment in the civilized world has these window treatments. I can understand why from the landlords perspective. They are easily replaced when new tenants move in and they have a uniformed look….but they are not very attractive from a renters perspective.
Now most landlords will not allow you to make holes in the walls that come with traditional curtain brackets. Making holes could really impact your security deposit when it’s time for you to move on. Not to mention drilling holes in a wall isn't particularly easy. To get the job done right, you usually need a stud finder, level, anchors, screws, hammer, power drill, and drill bits. But, you want curtains without all of the hassle.
We have compiled a list of the top DIY window treatments that you can use right away to get the look you desire without making any holes in the walls.
If you love the look of a curtain rod with decorative finials, we highly recommend the NoNo Bracket. This bracket attaches directly to the existing blind head rail. Most blinds are mounted securely to studs in the wall and can hold the additional weight very well. Be sure to inspect your blinds to ensure they are mounted securely. The NoNo Brackets come in 2 different styles - Outside mount for blinds mounted outside of the window opening and Inside mount for blinds mounted inside the window opening. They also have a bracket designed for mini blinds and large faux wood blinds. We recommend reviewing their buyer’s guide to ensure you get the correct brackets. You can find them for around $12-$17 on the manufacturer’s website or $15-$19 on Amazon or Walmart.
Take a look at how these home decor bloggers used NoNo Brackets:
DIY Bedroom Makeover by Isabelle Larue.
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Command hooks attach everything from picture frames to small shelves to the wall, yet one tug on the strip’s tab instantly releases the hold. Command sells metal hooks designed specifically to hold curtain rods, and the brushed nickel finish works with a wide variety of curtains. Consider lite weight or sheer curtains when using command hooks.
Kwik-Hang curtain rod brackets are designed for windows with wooden trim. The window trim should be at least ½ inch wide to accommodate the Kwik-Hang bracket. Every Kwik-Hang curtain rod bracket has a set of pins that attach to the top of the window trim and secure it in place — no drilling, nails or damage required. You can find them on the manufacturer’s website from $12-$16.
Twist & Fit decorative curtain rods mount inside of the window frame and combine the style of a traditional curtain rod with the functionality of a tension rod for damage free installation. You can find them on Amazon for around $19.
