Try the diy stores, Walmart, Amazon...what exactly are you looking for in a tension rod?
They come in a variety of sizes for you purposes, have rubber tips on each end and can hold different weights. The larger diameter ones will hold up more weight than the smaller thin ones. It all depends on what you want to put on the rod and the width of what you want covered.
I have looked at the following places with no success for something that will hold any weight:
Amazon
WalMart
Ollie's
HobbyLobby
Bargain Hunt
Every one I purchased would fall with the weight of one standard shower curtain. I ended up adding adhesive to the ends because there aren't any large spring tension rods any longer, only the kind you twist into place.
I use tension rods all the time and I've found great ones on Amazon. Make sure you measure your space well and know what weight you'll be supporting. Some are round and some are oblong shaped, which can make a difference based on what you'll be hanging on it. Most important, look at the end pads. You want them to be large. Also check the reviews...they're usually pretty accurate.
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Guess that depends on what your definition of a really good tension rod is. What qualities are you looking for?
I would look at your local hardware store or a home/container store.
Your local home improvement store or Amazon should have a variety to choose from.
Try the diy stores, Walmart, Amazon...what exactly are you looking for in a tension rod?
They come in a variety of sizes for you purposes, have rubber tips on each end and can hold different weights. The larger diameter ones will hold up more weight than the smaller thin ones. It all depends on what you want to put on the rod and the width of what you want covered.
I have looked at the following places with no success for something that will hold any weight:
Amazon
WalMart
Ollie's
HobbyLobby
Bargain Hunt
Every one I purchased would fall with the weight of one standard shower curtain. I ended up adding adhesive to the ends because there aren't any large spring tension rods any longer, only the kind you twist into place.
Lowes, Home Depot Ikea and Amazon have some good ones
Hello. I often look to Amazon reviews and Q+A to influence my purchases
It is best to look at hardware stores in your vicinty. But it really depends on your own preference.
Hi, sorry not had any luck with them myself and have returned to Curtain wire and hooks!
-How large of a tension rod are you looking for?
-How much weight will it be required to hold up?
-Will the weight (curtains?) be stationary or moving?
-What kind of surface are the ends of the rod going up against?
Oh I know, they always give out at some point, don't they. Really I find it's just trial and error.
I use tension rods all the time and I've found great ones on Amazon. Make sure you measure your space well and know what weight you'll be supporting. Some are round and some are oblong shaped, which can make a difference based on what you'll be hanging on it. Most important, look at the end pads. You want them to be large. Also check the reviews...they're usually pretty accurate.
Hi Teri, hope this link helps you out
https://products.bestreviews.com/best-heavy-duty-tension-rod/ca