DIY Curtain Rods for under $5
I am always surprised at how expensive curtain rods can be. Ikea tends to have the best prices for them, but their selection is very slim. So, we decided to try our hand at making our own.
We purchased electrical conduit at our local home improvement store for $1.67 for a 10 foot rod that was one-half inch in diameter...
We purchased electrical conduit at our local home improvement store for $1.67 for a 10 foot rod that was one-half inch in diameter...
We did it ourselves for under $5 with semi-gloss black spray paint, electrical conduit, and second-hand knobs and brackets. This caliber of rod usually starts at $20.
Here is the finished product in our library. We love it.
Found the knobs and brackets cheap at a second-hand store.
Electrical conduit works great for the rods. It cuts easily with a hack saw.
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thank you Bernice!
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hello Redfly, I loved the green color drapes. where did you buy them?
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