The open area between each post is almost 10 feet so i knew any normal exterior curtain rod wouldn t work for my little outdoor curtain ikea diy.
Diy waterproof outdoor curtains.
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A quick note the drop cloths i used have a seam down the middle of them which i didn t mind because it s right where they ll be tied but.
Rope 6 large eye screws fabric waterproofer.
Thread clip on curtain rings waterproofing spray optional.
Bonus you can make these curtains with no sewing.
I measured from my patio cover to about 2 inches from the ground to get my.
How to make your own diy outdoor curtains and secure them so they won t blow away in the wind.
Black outdoor fabric for the banding and tiebacks.
Supplies for diy outdoor curtains 4 canvas drop cloths mine were 6 x9 outdoor spraypaint i used valspar outdoor in oceanic it took about 3 cans.
These diy patio curtains from drop cloths may be exactly what you need to add a bit of shade to your outdoor space.
The porch is big and having that much shade in austin tx really pays off in the summer.
I love our backyard it s just big enough for the kids to run around but small enough that it isn t too hard to manage.
If you need a curtain panel.
White fabric i ended up using 20 yards total grommet kit you ll need 40 grommets fabric scissors 40 7 8 cup hooks 8 safety cup hooks white chain and strong wire or bolt cutters to cut the chain with waterproofing fabric spray i used this one lead drapery weights optional it s totally up to you what kind of fabric you want to use.
Here is what i did.
Of course you can use any color you want.
Standard twin size sheets are 66 inches wide and 96 inches long.
Saved by ashley magliocca.
Our back patio faces west and even though it s covered the relentless texas sun bakes our patio between the hours of 2 and 7 pm.
Step 1 take measurements in your space.
Step 2 create your bottom hem.
With that number i added 5 inches for my bottom hem marked it all the way across my.
Step 3 paint your stripes.