Curtains for rental apartments: Stylish solutions without drilling
Rental-compliant, attractive, removable: Clamp and telescopic rods, as well as adhesive rails, make curtains possible – without drilling holes. With proper planning, they look high-quality and hold reliably.
1. Systems at a glance
- Clamping rods (niche): compressive tension between reveals; ideal for light fabrics.
- Telescopic poles (wall-to-wall): Variable width, decorative end caps; medium loads.
- Adhesive rails/hooks: For light to medium fabrics; degrease the surface thoroughly and allow the curing time specified by the manufacturer.
2. Fabric & length tips
- Light inbetweens/voiles for daylight; light dim-outs for evening.
- Length just above the ground: easier movement, less contact with dirt.
- Few, wide lanes: quieter, easier to handle.
3. Upgrade optics
- Tone-on-tone to the wall; matte surfaces; end caps/covers in matching finish.
- Glue a narrow cover (adhesive mounting) over the rail – technology disappears.
4. Assembly in 5 steps
- Clean/degrease the surface; check dimensions.
- Adjust the system dry; match the load-bearing capacity to the fabric weight.
- Attach the adhesive parts and observe the curing time.
- Hang the fabric; adjust the pleats.
- Test operation, readjust if necessary.
5. Maintenance & Dismantling
- Gentle wash, hang damp; prefer light fabrics.
- Remove without residue: Follow the manufacturer's instructions; if necessary, use heat (a hairdryer) to gently remove.
6. Common errors & solutions
- Fabrics that are too heavy: Overload the adhesive/clamp – switch to dim-out lightweight qualities.
- Unsuitable surfaces: Check porous/structured surfaces beforehand and use primer if necessary.
- Too narrow: light gaps; plan for lateral overhang.
7. Scenarios
One-room apartment
Clamp rod in window recess with in-between; slight dim-out in the evening via telescopic rod in front of the recess.
Old building without drilling
Adhesive rail close to the ceiling + panel; in-between + dim-out; tone-on-tone calms stucco and lines.