Grommet type drapery treatments have become popular lately and almost all grommets are perfectly sized for a 1 inch or 1 3-8 diameter metal drapery rod. When hanging a curtain that has grommets, you should bear in mind that your curtain will not be able to go past the first bracket that it runs into along your rod. This restriction could present a problem if the curtain is heavy and your rod needs added support. If you discover that you require a center support to add stability to your treatment, then install a curtain that is made using two independent panels that can open from the center to each side of rod. Split draw or center draw are the terms used to describe this type of drapery. You can affix a section of hook-and-loop to the top of the drapery to keep the two panels closed firmly together at the center and decrease the light gap caused by the center support where the two panels come together.A number of metal curtain rods are produced with integrated traverse components.

How Can I Keep My Outdoor Metal Sign A Polished, Attractive Surface?The solution to avoiding rusty hardware in your metal sign is both simple and inexpensive. Simply get the sign shop's guarantee that your custom outdoor metal sign will be installed with hardware made of galvanized or stainless steel.Yes, it's that easy.And yes, it's inexpensive.
Galvanized and stainless steel hardware costs only around $5 more than non rust-resistant zinc plated hardware. So why wouldn't you spend a little more to ensure your outdoor metal sign looks its best for years to come? Wouldn't you pay $5 more to ensure that your wedding dress never get a blemish?Oops - Napkin, Please! There's Already A Spot On My Outdoor Metal Sign!Unfortunately, you can probably only keep the rust on your outdoor metal signage from getting worse at this point. Mild, soapy water or a car cleaner is what we recommend for attempting rust removal. Use a soft cloth. The most important thing to remember about cleaning your outdoor metal sign is never to use anything harsh on your sign.nce you've tried to clean your metal outdoor sign, waste no time replacing the hardware, doing so one piece at a time for the safety of the sign. Sure, this is a hassle, but it's more cost-effective than replacing your entire metal outdoor sign.