Today on sale a large selection of curtain rods. They differ in design, appearance and scope. One good option is a telescopic curtain rod. It has a lot of advantages. Features of such structures, their features and types will be discussed in detail below.
Design
The telescopic sliding eaves is a design which consists of 2 tubes. They have a different diameter. The smaller tube is inserted into the larger one. Inside, there is a special simple rotary mechanism. Sometimes instead of it, a spring is installed inside the tubes. In this case, the mount is called an expander. The advantage of sliding eaves is the ability to adjust the length of the rod in accordance with the dimensions of the room.
There are models designed for the bathroom or living quarters. They may differ in mounting options, materials and appearance. All cornices of telescopic (sliding) type are divided into 2 categories depending on the type of fastening. The first group includes models that are installed in opposition between two opposite walls (window slopes).
The second group included cornices with installation on the ceiling or one wall. For this, brackets are used. They are the fulcrum. In these pre-installed brackets, a sliding type bar is mounted directly. Cornices of the first group are most often used for the bathroom, and the second group - for the living room.
The difference between existing designs
A telescopic curtain rod for a bathroom is most often set by surprise. On sale are models that have a standard length of 1.2 to 2.1 m. Such cornices have rubber tips on both sides. They are pressed tightly against the surface of the walls.
The advantage of installing a curtain rod at ease is the ease of installation. No need to drill walls or ceiling. It is enough to stretch the bar in accordance with the distance between the opposite walls. This option will be optimal for small openings. They can be hung light plastic curtains. If the curtain material is heavy, the spacer may slide down. For this reason, such cornices are used in the bathroom.
More practical and reliable are telescopic models that are mounted on brackets. Such cornices can withstand significant weight of fabric. It is not necessary that the walls are opposite each other. The maximum bar length reaches 3 m. This type of curtain rods is suitable for residential, office and public buildings.
Cornice Materials
On sale are products that differ in material. They are made of metal, wood or plastic. Depending on the type of material, the operational qualities of the cornices are also determined.
One of the best options is metal. The telescopic curtain rod can be made of stainless steel or aluminum. Both options look stylish. Stainless steel curtain rods are often mounted in a children's room, bedroom, living room. They can also be installed on the balcony. This is a solid, reliable type of construction. Most often mounted on brackets.
Aluminum has a lower weight. Therefore, it is made of structures that are suitable for the bathroom. They are set by surprise. Due to the presence of a coating of a special film, which can be of any color, aluminum is not exposed to moisture and other adverse factors.
Wood
One of the materials used to make the telescopic curtain rod for curtains is wood. She is distinguished by high decorative qualities. It is an environmentally friendly material. It will fit well into the interior of the living room, bedroom, children's room or study. Such cornices allow you to create interiors in certain styles (for example, country, Provence, ethno, etc.).
The disadvantage of wood is its poor resistance to moisture. This option is not suitable for a bathroom or kitchen. But for residential, office premises with a normal level of humidity, this type of eaves can become a real find. They look original and stylish.
Some manufacturers have solved the problem of high susceptibility of wood to decay in conditions of high humidity. They treat it with special impregnations that have an antiseptic effect. There are models for bathrooms made of wood. However, their cost will be an order of magnitude higher than other types of cornices.
Plastic
When choosing a telescopic curtain rod for a bathroom, buyers pay attention to plastic models first of all. They are relatively inexpensive. The color of the bar can be varied. You can choose the option that is most compatible with the existing interior.
Most often, plastic cornices are white. This material is absolutely not exposed to moisture. However, in residential premises, plastic rods are not able to harmoniously fit into the interior. Therefore, they are installed in the vast majority of cases in the bathroom, bathroom.
Plastic is a fairly lightweight material. Therefore, it is easy to install it with your own hands. However, it is impossible to hang heavy curtains on such a cornice. It is also worth noting that plastic rods are more fragile. With careless movement, they can simply be broken. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully install and operate such a cornice.
Stained glass models
It is worth noting that another group of products, called stained glass or telescopic mini-cornices, is on sale. They are also capable of adjusting with respect to rod lengths. Such mini-models or eaves-cafes will make the interior stylish, fashionable.
The rods are thin, but very durable tubes. Most often they are available in the form of spacers, but there are also models that are mounted on brackets. Such cornices are designed to design window openings or doors with glass inserts. It is for this reason that they are called stained glass.
The minimum length of the bar is 40 cm. Stained-glass cornices, which are up to 2 m long, are on sale. Small curtains can be hung on any of these types of cornices. It is better to give preference to light tissues. In this case, the bar will not slide down.
Curtain selection
The telescopic eaves for a room or a bathroom can be used for different curtains, curtains. The material can be very different. It is necessary to take into account its total weight, choosing curtains for the cornice.
On sale are single-row and double-row models. In the second case, the cornice is installed mainly in residential premises. It is designed for tight curtains and thin, airy tulle. Also for such a model, the presence of a lambrequin can be provided. Models with wall or ceiling mounts look spectacular.
When choosing a cornice, you need to consider the style of the interior, the color scheme in the room, the type of material of the bar and its design. All elements must be in harmony with each other. To hang curtains, rings of different configurations are used. They can be round, oval, other non-standard shapes. Hooks and special crabs are also widely used for these purposes. Curtains with grommets look spectacular (including in the bathroom). Hinges can also be textile.
Installation of a cornice
To install a telescopic cornice, you need to make markings on the walls. After that, the rod length is adjusted. To do this, unscrew (or screw in) the moving part of the structure. Before this, read the manufacturer's instructions. The length obtained during adjustment should be 2 cm longer than the opening.
One end of the cornice is pressed against the spot marked on the wall. Then its smaller end needs to be slightly squeezed. Then the second end is also aligned with the corresponding point on the wall. Further, the spring itself will fix the cornice in this position.
Bracket Installation
Mounting the cornice on the brackets is also simple. However, in this case a drill or hammer drill is required. In appropriate places on the wall or ceiling make markings. At these points, holes are drilled using electrical equipment. Then, using the dowels, the brackets are fixed.
After that, you can install the bar. It stretches to the required length. After that, it is installed in the corresponding holes of the brackets, reliably fixing the crossbar. Such a design with proper installation will not slip down under the weight of the curtains.
Having considered the features, types and methods of mounting telescopic cornices, you can correctly select and install this type of structures yourself.