Create the perfect window treatments with these 10 DIY Curtain Rods.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to make your windows look amazing! Here are some fun ways to create the perfect look AND it will save you money too!
DIY Curtain Rods
Copper Pipe Curtain Rod
from Brandon and Morgan @ Bomisch on Apartment Therapy
Attractive, simple and affordable- these curtain rods are made from copper plumber’s piping. The project can be done in an under an hour and for under $20.
PVC Curtain Rod
from Seven Layer Studio
The whole setup for these 3 windows – pipes, brackets, spray paint, and finials – costed about $20! – and $5 of that was for the spray paint!
Vintage Door Knob & Industrial Pipe Curtain Rods
from In My Own Style
I LOVE the vintage look of these doorknobs. If you can’t find old knobs, just buy shiny new ones and use paint to age them. Diane will show you how to attach them to the rod and you’ll be all set!
Rope Curtain Rods
from Vintage Revivals
This easy window treatment is way more creative than the regular, boring curtain rods. And lets face it, who doesn’t want a little nautical in their life?
Antique Brass Curtain Rods
from Shine Your Light
Would you believe the ends of the rods are actually PING PONG BALLS?!?! You have to see it to believe it!
Rustic Branch Curtain Rod
from Life Over Easy
Cheap, easy and take just a few minutes to whip up!
DIY Finials from Cabinet Knobs
from Lovely Etc.
Dress up your cheap curtain rods with cabinet knobs! Not only are there a million different styles, they are also so much cheaper than finials! Learn how to attach them with Carrie’s brilliant tutorial!
Affordable Industrial Farmhouse Pipe Curtain Rods
from Liz Marie Blog
I LOVE a good DIY project, but I also love saving money and time. Liz Marie shows us how to get the industrial farmhouse window treatments of your dreams, without the cost or mess of the ones from the hardware store. (Hint: Target lovers will go nuts for this!)
Colorful Curtain Rods
from Selina Lake on Home Talk
PVC piping and finials spray painted in bold colors.
Oar Curtain Rods
from Amber Clark on Country Living
An old oar without a companion makes a great curtain rod in a nautical themed room!
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So there you have it! 10 ways to dress up your windows without breaking the bank!
My neighbor Jami (who was with me last night) totally has these at her house. I'm over there pretty much every day and did not realize they were PVC until she told me last week!
Thanks! I have been looking for curtain rods and the cheapest I could find came to over $50 and I just couldn't do it. I think I could make this work.