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Gathered Rod Mounted Valance Measuring
| Measuring for "Gathered" Rod Mounted Valances |
A gathered rod mounted valance is a window treatment that extends the
entire length of the mounting rod on the top edge. Depending on the style of
valance, the mounting rod slips through a rod pocket, attached rings or
fabric tabs. The rod is then attached to the wall using brackets.
A gathered valance has a lot of flexibility in the finished width when installed. For example if you order a 100" valance that means it is a 100" long when it is placed on a table and stretched flat. The ideal window for a 100" gathered valance is 50" giving it a nice 2 to 1 fullness. However, you can "cheat" the fullness to 1.5 to 1 and the same valance would now work on a window 66" wide. You can also "cheat" in the other direction to 3 to 1 fullness and nicely cover a window that is 33" wide. Thus, a gathered valance gives you incredible flexibility in this case covering a window 33" to 66" wide.
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Outside Mount
To measure for an outside mount, first measure the width from outside edge to outside edge of the casing. Then add a minimum of 2" to the width so the treatment extends past the window casing. If drapes are going to be used with this top treatment, you need to add a minimum of 10” to the width to accommodate for the drape hardware which is typically mounted 4” out from the casing on each side.
The return measurement can vary depending on the window and if you plan to add any additional products to dress the window. If you are using a flat continental rod, a 3-1/2" return is recommended. Continental rods have an adjustable return up to 5", if you need additional space to clear a drape or blind. If you are using a decorative rod, then you won't need to factor in the return on both sides.
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Inside Mount
Inside mount gathered valances will be on a tension rod. Take the inside-to-inside casing measurement. If that measurement is 46" then order a 100" valance. Review the discussion on fullness above and use that to help you decide how wide you need to order based on your unique window sizes.
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Installation
Installing an Outside Mount continental rod is a very easy project. We recommend that you mount the brackets 1" to 2" on the outside of the window casing (we don't think mounting directly on the window casing looks as nice). We also recommend that you install the brackets at least 1" higher than the top of your window to entirely hide the top casing (some decorators will install the valance several inches above the casing to make the window look taller).
Generally, within a few inches of your window casing there will be wood under the dry wall supporting the window frame. If that is the case, you will just need the screws that came with the hardware to secure it to the wall. The best way to check for wood under the dry wall is to first mark the holes where you plan to position the brackets. Then take a small nail and tap it through the mark. If the nail doesn't hit anything, then you will need a dry wall anchor to secure the bracket in place. If you hit solid wood, then the screws supplied with the hardware will do the trick.
Installing an Inside Mount continental rod is also a very easy project. The rod is held in place with and adjustable tension system. There are no screws for inside mounting.
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