you could add some DIY curtain rods to elevate your space and make it uniquely yours.
Making DIY curtain rods is an easy project that will only take you under an hour to put together.
They’re also an inexpensive project, with some of them costing less than $10 in supplies.
Design bySigned, Samantha
These projects will walk you through creating them from start to finish.
They have a minimal design but the copper makes the curtains pop.
Copper-colored spray paint makes sure that the brackets and screws match perfectly.
Design byLemon Thistle
You’ll need a drill press to make it but it’s well worth the effort.
The natural-looking curtain rod looks simple yet modern and would go great in almost any room.
You’ll be amazed that they cost less than $30 in materials.
Design byThe Merrythought
Everything is whitewashed to give it a truly rustic feel.
This extra-long curtain rod is also more stable than a store-bought one.
Electrical conduit along with some curtain rod brackets are used together to get this look.
Garrison Street Design Studio
It’s hard to believe that these curtain rods cost less than $10 to make.
A wood closet rod has been used but you could also use a wood dowel if you’d like.
This makes a sturdy curtain rod that can handle even theheaviest of curtains.
Design bySigned, Samantha
Paint and stain are used to create a stylish finish.
These under $20 curtain rods use electrical conduit that’s been spray-painted black to go with her room.
you could choose whatever finials you like to finish the end of the rods.
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There are also some tips on how to change the look of the curtain rod by using different materials.
Liz fromWithin the Groveshows you how to make them extra-long so they can span across multiple windows if needed.
The ends are attached to the walls, making them very stable no matter whattype of curtainsyou choose.
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She used ping pong balls as the finialsgiving this project an extra interesting touch.
Everything gets a generous coat of gold paint before hanging them in place.
After not finding one she could buy, she decided to make one with copper pipes.
Design byGrace In My Space/ Photo by Sarah Symonds
This beginner project is perfect if you have a space that needs a bit of pizazz.
Steel pipe makes up the rod and curtain rod supports, corks, and wooden blocks complete the look.
White spray paint has been used but you could choose whichever color goes best in your room.
Design byDani Koch
Written directions along with a video are also available to walk you through the process.
She decided to make her own and the results turned out fabulous.
The rod is made of conduit and cabinet hardware attached to corks is used as the end caps.
Design byWithin the Grove
This quick project uses a wooden dowel and bracket without the hassle of adding finials.
Small scraps of wood are used for the brackets and inexpensive electrical conduit is used for the rod.
There’s also a video to show you how to make this modern and industrial curtain rod.
Design byShine Your Light
Instead of buying the expensive rods, she decided to make some herself.
The combination of wood and metal is a great look that will prove to be timeless.
It’s a great look and lets you put some decorative accents or books up above the window.
Design byJulie Blanner
She cut some PVC pipe the same length as the windows and got to work.
She took a shortcut and simply butted the ends of the rods together.
They’re covered by thedrapesso end caps aren’t needed.
Design byA Beautiful Mess
Long-Length DIY Curtain Rods
Lisa atShine Your Lightfound herself trying to cover a large picture window.
Instead of buying expensive custom curtain rods, she tackled the project herself.
Danielle atFinding Silver Penniesneeded one to separate two bedrooms.
Design byThe Merrythought
To create a nautical style, she used a boat hook.
At less than $25 this DIY curtain rod is affordable and looks great.
The black spray paint gives it an industrial feel for less than half the price.
Design byA Little Kooky
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Design byLorri Dyner
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Design byKenya Rae
Design byWorthing Court
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Design byFinding Silver Pennies/ Photo by Danielle Driscoll
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