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Hanging Rental Curtains Without Drilling

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Assess Your Window Frame Architecture

Inspect your window structure first. Recessed jambs of at least 1.5 inches fit tension rods. Projecting wood trim holds tap-in brackets. Bare, smooth drywall requires adhesive hooks. Avoid brittle MDF or textured walls.

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Prep and Mount Adhesive Drywall Hooks

Clean painted drywall only with rubbing alcohol. Wait 7 days after painting. Press the plate for 30 seconds and let it set 60 minutes. Adhesive hooks support up to 10 pounds on rods under 48 inches.

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Tap Support Brackets into Wood Trim

For solid wood casing with a 0.5 to 1.0-inch top shelf, align tap-in brackets at the corners. Tap gently with a hammer. Two brackets support up to 20 pounds on windows up to 60 inches.

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Secure Friction Rods Inside Recessed Jambs

Extend your tension rod 1 inch wider than the opening, compress the internal spring, and position it level. Alternatively, turn twist-cam rods firmly clockwise. These rods best support lightweight voiles and unlined cotton.

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Limit Drapery Weight and Drag

Keep total fabric and rod weight within hardware limits. Choose hollow rods and sheer or unlined panels. Use nylon-lined rings or smooth grommets to draw drapes horizontally, preventing downward shock loads on brackets.

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Remove Hardware Cleanly at Move-Out

Stretch adhesive strips straight down 12 to 15 inches parallel to the wall without pulling outward. Pry tap-in brackets gently using a putty knife to protect trim. Loosen tension rods and wipe away faint dust rings.

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