The world is continuously changing for the better. New inventions come up daily to make our lives easier. The interior decoration market has grown tremendously and the need for good quality accessories has also risen with it. Curtains form the life of each room and no interior decoration is complete without them. They add character to any room. When talking of curtains, the curtain rod cannot be overlooked as it too provides style to the décor. The swing arm curtain rod is the latest addition to the various curtain rods available in the market.
These rods are also known as the crane rods. At first sight they will appear as any ordinary rod. But close inspection will reveal that these curtain rods are not attached to the wall or to the window trim. Rather they are attached on only one side and pulling the rod can open the swing like a hinged door. Mostly they are used in the kitchen. Their opening can be provided from the right or the left side depending upon the need.
The interesting part of this curtain rod is that you can use double fabric, one on the inside and the other on the outside so that when you close the window you see one fabric and when you open the window, you see another. You can also use the swing arm rods to cover areas like laundry or even an open closet. They help in providing functionality to the windows. It is easy to install and can be done by anyone. They are particularly useful in cases where draperies do not work.
It is recommended that only light curtain fabrics are used on these rods so that they can last longer as heavy fabrics will put extra pressure on the rod.
They come in various materials. It can be plastic, wood or metal. Some rods also come with brass finish. The steel rods are the latest entrants in the market. The price varies accordingly. Again the detailing of the rods can be chosen as per the interior designing of the room. They can also be custom made to suit your requirements. Obviously, the price will rise in this case. A wide variety is available in designs. The designs range from modern to antique. Color options are also available.
These rods can be mounted on the inside as well as on the outside frame of the window or even on the wall which is adjacent to the window. They are available in various sizes and finishes. The y can be chosen as per the décor. They suit the French doors and closets perfectly. The crane rod can swing 180 degrees. Every swing arm rod comes with two rods, two finials, two brackets and mounting hardware.
In short the swing arm curtain rod blends usability with style. So use these rods and make them a part of your interiors to dress up your windows in a stylish and practical way at the same time. You will surely get compliments for your choice.