How To Fit Curtain Eyelets?

Can you attach eyelets without tool?

If you don’t have pliers, you can cut a cross-shaped hole in the fabric and use a hand to insert the eyelet.

Do you double the width for eyelet curtains?

Is it necessary to have double width curtains? If you want them to be, then so be it. You have to allow for both curtain panels to be at least one and a half times the width of the curtain pole.

What is the difference between a grommet and an eyelet?

Grommets are usually larger in size and are used for heavier duty materials. Eyelets are usually used to close the opening. An eyelet can be a professional looking detail, but a buttonhole does the same thing.

Which is stronger eyelet or grommet?

In situations that call for a more reinforced and longer lasting hold, such as permanent signs and heavy curtains or drapes, grommetss are the way to go.

Where should curtain grommets be placed?

Most of the time, the grommets are 6 inches apart on the center. In front of the window at the leading edge is where the first and last grommet are located. If there is a window frame, blinds or shades on the window, you want to clear the space behind the rod.

Are grommets easy to install?

This is where you’ll learn how to install the grommets, it’s so easy. Attach a hole to the fabric with a punch, place the washer on it and use a hammer. The rubber mallet is recommended by some manufacturers, but I use a regular hammer. I have never had any issues with it.

How do curtain eyelet rings work?

You may be wondering what drapery rings look like. It is very simple. There is a metal pin in the back of the drapery that you can hang them from. If you want to hang the drapes without using pins, some drapery rings have built in clips.

Can you turn normal curtains into eyelet?

If you want to make your own curtains, you should pick out a strip of curtain fabric with evenly-spaced holes. Once you’ve measured out the size of your curtain panels, you should be able to cut holes in the fabric for each eyelet.