An attractively mounted curtain rod adds a subtle layer of embellishment to an entire room. Beyond completing a room's decor, however, a curtain rod possesses yet another secret power: the ability to ...

Cut the top caps (A) and back legs (B) for your curtain rods and nail them together using wood glue and brad nails, forming ...

A grey curtain on a white rod, bunched up in a corner - Aire Images/Getty Images This aesthetically pleasing and curtain styling hack is from Ikea, but similar options are available elsewhere.

Choosing the right curtains depends on the window and room's dimensions and the curtains' purpose. Ideally, curtains should be hung three to six inches above the window trim and just reach the floor.