Make a DIY Pipe Curtain Rod for Long Windows

Learn how to make a DIY pipe curtain rod. I love using pipe in my home for unexpected used like my copper pipe hand rail.

Why are curtain rods so expensive? Long, sturdy ones are even pricier! So what’s a girl to when she has 2 patio doors to cover?I really didn’t want to pay a fortune, so I decided to make my own curtain rods with conduit pipe for a fraction of the cost.

How to Make a DIY Pipe Curtain Rod

Supplies Needed

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Conduit pipe
Hacksaw
Spray paint
Curtain rod brackets (I use these because they’re so inexpensive and simple)
Drill or driver
Screws (I like these screws for hanging stuff.)

Cut your pipe to size. A hacksaw cuts through the pipe pretty easily, but you could also get a tube cutter if you have a lot of pipe to cut. Since I like to hang my curtains wider than the windows, I added 2 feet the measurement of the door. This allows 1 foot of extra space on each side.
Spray paint your pipes. I used a flat black spray paint. You’ll have to roll it a few times to get even coverage.
Attach the curtain rod brackets to the wall. I like to hang my curtains higher to make my rooms look taller. It also makes your windows look larger. If your curtains are heavy or will be used a lot, use wall anchors to attach them to the wall. I like these wall anchors the best because they’re so easy to use! These curtain rod bracket come with a cover to hide the screws.
For extra long spans, use a center bracket as well. Shorter spans, like my French doors were fine without a center bracket.