An Easy Way To Upgrade Curtain Rods

Here’s an easy way to upgrade curtain rods to better suit your room’s decor! This is a super easy DIY that anybody can do!

An Easy Way To Upgrade Curtain Rods

In my opinion, curtain rods that are greater than an inch in diameter are more pleasing to the eye and are better for heavier drapes. In other words, I think thicker curtain rods make more sense for the type of curtains that I like (for instance, velvet curtains). The thicker curtain rod is thus more versatile.

Therefore, I consistently try my best to only buy curtain rods that are one inch in diameter or greater. In that case, I can easily swap out different curtains without thought.

However, for some unbeknownst reason, curtain rods are uber expensive, especially when you need one that is more than 60 inches long! So, I bought this curtain rod on sale despite it not being quite my style.

Buying a boring curtain rod, of course, is not the end of the world decor-wise. That’s because you can still swap out the finials for a more elevated look!

What are finials?

Finials are end pieces that screw onto the end of a curtain rod. Think of them as end caps for curtain rods.

They can make the rod look more finished while also adding extra “jewelry” for windows. They often match the finish of the rest of the rod. At the same time, finals can be made of plastic or glass (for a crystal-like look) or even wood.

How to get finials (the end of a curtain pole) off

Finials are super easily removable. You can simply screw them off! Left loosely, righty tighty. Remember, you’ll probably need to remove these finials to remove and/or hang curtains.

How to upgrade curtain rod finials

Step 1: Choose your finial

Firstly, purchase finials. They can be super affordable!

Be creative (many things can be a finial!)

I got mine on clearance. Originally, they were designed to be used with drapery tie backs. However, I thought they were a cool design and a departure from most finials I see with curtains.

I made sure that the screws of my new tie back finials fit my curtain rod. I’m so glad they fit perfectly! 🙌🏾 So, remember to be creative when looking for finials! You may be able to use tie backs as well!

Choose the correct size screws

For this to work, one thing to look out for when swapping finials is the size of the screw of the original finials that you’re trying to replace.

All screws are not the same size! If you want to change your finials, I suggest carrying the original finials with you at the store. If you want to know the exact size, you could do what I did: I compared the screw of my finials to other screws I have in my variety pack of screws that I keep on hand!

Step 2: Paint

Next, paint your finials in your preferred color!

My new finials were still too traditional for my decor taste. Plus, I knew I wanted to integrate some more gold into my guest bedroom makeover. That’s nothing that a little spray paint can’t solve!

So, I painted two coats of my favorite gold spray paint on both my previously silver curtain rod and rubbed bronze finials. Then, paint two coats of my favorite clear spray paint for more durability against scratches from siding the curtain rings.

In the end, I love how my painted curtain finials came out! The gold paint really transitioned the finials from a traditional style to boho chic. Now, the curtain rod with its updated finials look like it belongs in the guest bedroom’s decor.

Sincerely,

Felicia.