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Install a Curved Shower Curtain Rod to Instantly Create More Space in the Shower
Is your shower too small? Try using a curved shower curtain rod!
By installing a curved shower curtain rod, you can dramatically increase the amount of room in your shower.
A curved curtain rod is a simple piece of hardware that can be installed without much difficulty.
This is obviously a much simpler endeavor than remodeling the bathroom, and it provides instant results!
Exactly What Does a Curved Shower Curtain Rod Do?
The curved shower curtain rod curves away from the bathtub, drawing the shower curtain back, rather than allowing it to drop straight down or even a bit inward the way a standard straight curtain rod does.
The result is that the "wall" created by the shower curtain moves outward approximately 6-10 inches, depending on the exact design of the particular curtain rod you choose.
The difference inside the shower is remarkable! With a curved shower curtain rod, the shower no longer feels tight and cramped. You can easily stick out your elbows and move around without constantly bumping into the shower curtain. If feels much more spacious and pleasant.
I was personally amazed by the difference after installing a curved curtain rod in the shower, and mine only provides an additional 6 inches of space!
It was a vast improvement for a very modest investment of time and money. Good quality curved shower curtain rods sell for $20-$50, and it took about a half-hour or 45 minutes to install, from taking out the tools to cleaning everything up.
The curved shower curtain rod
is a simple, inexpensive way
to increase the amount
of room in the shower!
The Zenith Adjustable Length Shower Curtain Rod
This shower curtain rod is adjustable, so you can customize the length to fit the space available.
As with other curtain rods, it installs fairly quickly and easily, using screws to attach it to the wall.
This model comes in several different finishes to match your decor. The curved shower curtain rod dramatically improved the shower in my home! It is a very simple piece of hardware that makes a big difference in the shower.
How to Install a Curved Shower Curtain Rod
Installation is pretty simple and straightforward. First, remove the old curtain rod using a screwdriver. A putty knife or other strong, slender object may be necessary to pry the old curtain rod away from the wall.
The new curved shower curtain rod then goes into the walls using screws. You'll have to drill holes in order to screw the curtain rod to the wall. (See below for a helpful video about using a drill to make these holes.) The holes will be drilled either into studs in the wall or into drywall using anchors. All hardware, including anchors, are typically - but not always - included in the packaging.
It is definitely easier to have a second person to help with installation. The curtain rod isn't heavy, but it is rather long and needs to be held in place until firmly attached to the wall.
Tips for Drilling
If there's a stud in the wall where the curtain rod will be attached, drill holes that are a bit smaller than the size of the screws, then attach the curtain rod. Wood screws are best for this job.
If you're drilling into drywall and using anchors to support the weight of the curtain rod, then the holes should be the size of the anchors or perhaps slightly larger. You'll need medium- or heavy-weight anchors to support the curtain rod. Three kinds of anchors to consider are nylon toggle, metal toggle bolt, and expandable metal. The curtain rod may well include anchors in the packaging.
How to Drill a Hole into Your Wall
Put Up the Shower Curtain, and You're Set
Once the curved shower curtain rod is securely in place, attach the hooks and shower curtain.
I recommend an eco-friendly curtain and liner, both of which can be easily cleaned in a washing machine and will last for years.
You can use the same size curtain and liner that fit the old straight rod. They won't come down as far into the shower tub, but they will certainly rest low enough in the tub to do their job with room to spare.
Fabric Shower Curtain and Liner
Fabric shower curtains and liners are better for the environment than plastic.
These can last many years and are cleaned in the washing machine.
Don't forget to pick up a set of rings to go with it!
Is your shower too small?
Feeling cramped?
Try using a curved
shower curtain rod
to create more space!
What do you think? - Your comments are welcome here
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@adammuller003 lm: I'm glad you found this inspiring! You're going to love it!
Yes!
I love your lens!
SO many times after staying at a nice hotel, I've come home and thought of ways to improve bathroom décor, etc. This hits the nail on the head. Great job!
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@hntrssthmpsn: I'm sure you'll enjoy the "extra space" once you install it! Thanks for stopping by!
Simpler than a remodel, indeed! Our bathroom is teeny-tiny, and we are not. A curved shower curtain sounds pretty ideal!
I just stayed with friends who live in a tiny home. The little guest bath had a curved shower curtain rod, and it really did make a difference! Taking a shower was a "spacious" experience.
Wow, that is a very deep artice. Nice to tell all those details in stead of just putting in obvious stuff. Diet
Great idea! I had never thought of the advantages of having a curved shower curtain rod, but I love the way yours looks, and admire your ingenuity and skill in installing it so well.
This is a brilliant tip. I had seen them in hotels, but would like one at home, it gets hard to turn around in the shower!
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@suzy-t: Terrific! Thank you!
I saw these in a hotel and always wanted to install one at home. You've given me the incentive to finally get one. Thank you.
This is a great tip. I can see how it will create more spaces when taking a shower.
The simple ideas are the best!
Great idea! We have a small bathroom so I may try it :)
Almost all of the hotels I stay at have them now. Great to enjoy the extra room when I do.
I've seen these curved rods for clawfoot tubs but never a basic shower before but it makes sense since I hate standard sizes of showers.
I had never even heard of a curved shower curtain rod! Thanks for a great lens ... about something I am now going to have to invest in!
I spotted a curved shower rail for the first time back in January when I was staying at the Amsterdam Hilton. I've got to say it really does make a massive difference giving you a real sense of having a lot more space when in the shower - you don't feel as though you're sandwiched in to a tight space. Right there & then I decided that I'll be installing one at home.
Nice! Interesting way to create more space!
Great lens, didn't know curved once existed so thanks for sharing the knowledge.
The shower curtains are very beautiful!
I love these. I have also, in the past, simply places my shower curtain road further out from the wall to get extra space. If your walls are waterproof far enough out and you get curtains with little suction cups you can add lots of room to a tiny tub.
amazing lens.. very informative
wow great
This is a great idea to increase the elbow room in the shower.
Thanks for sharing. This is a great idea for a small bathroom.
I've experienced how much more room there can be with a curved shower curtain rod. Big difference! Belated congrats on LOTD!
When we remodeled our bathroom, my husband insisted we get a curved shower rod and it really does make a big difference in the shower. We love it. Thanks for sharing...great info!
Very useful article about Installing a shower curtain!
What a fabulous idea! Thank you.
Great Lens. I like the idea.
nice lens~ :D
very cool, easy, and inexpensive way to increase the space in a small shower! great lense!
This is a fantastic lens! Thankyou for giving such clear instructions, and photographs, and the YouTube video is great! Congratulations on being LOTD!
I'd love to try this. My bathroom is all tile. I wonder if they make a curved rod that adheres some way other than screwing into the wall (tile)? I'm off to check it out. Thanks. d
Congrats on your LotD. I would have never known that the curved shower rod existed. Thanks for the info.
excellent lens! thumbs up!
I've seen these used often in hotel bathrooms and now I know why they do it! Great explanation with your smart and easy steps and congrats on LOTD for it. xoxo
Well done lens... I really liked the video about how to drill! Thanks for including it for us novices :)
Very useful tips for taking nice shower with much space..
Congrats on LOTD! What you say makes perfect sense about the feeling of space. I hate it when the curtain just wants to cling to you somehow...static or something.
I have one of these in my master bath...love it! :) Congrats on LotD!
Congrats on lens of the day!
Nice. I never thought about installing a curved shower rod in my home, but I have stayed in hotel rooms that had them. They were really nice. Blessings.!
I have friends who have installed curved shower curtain rods in all the bathrooms of their home and absolutely LOVE them! Now that I've read your encouraging words on the subject, I am definitely going to have to check them out! Thanks for such a great job on this article! Kudos!!
Grats on getting lense of the day! Learnt something new today :)
Great idea and your Lens is well deserving of LOTD!
We stay at a Victorian Bed & Breakfast in Maryland. The bathroom had a classic old curved tub was equipped with a shower. It had a curved curtain rod also. It's true that it did give more room. I liked your lens.
Great Idea and your Lens is well deserved of LOTD!
Creative idea! Nice job on the lens!
Excellent idea. Congratulations on getting LOTD!
great lens, congratulations on LOTD
While staying at a refurbished hotel originally built in the 60's, I was thrilled to experience one of these curved shower rods first hand. I'll keep you lens in mind if I move and need to install one. Great lens. Thanks! PS: I love your my bio, " I believe in striving to live in peace and with true integrity." Me too!
Neat idea nice lens as well.
Great idea to help 'enlarge a small crowded area like the shower - love it - I will look to installing one before too long! Thanks and congradulations on LOTD
Congrats on LOTD. It is great to see a vegan member getting the award the day after a blender lens got it. Squidoo are treating me well this week! LOL What I do not understand is why in the USA showers are built into the baths and have those horrible shower curtains in the first place. Here in Australia, you rarely see a shower curtain anywhere as most showers have glass walls, which are much easier to clean and keep mold free. We had many of the curved ones in our hotels on a recent trip to the USA, so this lens reminds me of my wonderful trip. Thanks :-)
Curved shower rods are the best. We first were exposed to the concept when we stayed at a hotel. So nice not to have the curtain touching you. When we got home we went hunting the hardware stores and finally found one. We would never go back to a traditional rod.
We have talked about installing one of these, hubby and me, he likes glass doors, I'd like to be able to change out the curtains when they get old and it's a pain to keep the glass doors, runners, etc. clean...he likes the curved rod idea so I'll show him this. Only thing is we have a small bathroom and the towels hang on the handle on the glass doors...so he may have me there:-) We'll see. Great tips, thank you and congrats on the LOTD
You have inspired me to make this improvement to my bathroom! Great lens and congrats on LOTD!
I installed a curved shower rod and it made a big difference; ;much roomier.
A surprisingly easy way to spruce up the bathroom. Nice lens!
This is an excellent idea. I can see from your photos how it does make a difference.
I have seen the curved shower rod in hotels. This is a great idea for the house too.
Congratulations on the Lens of the Day! I knew I loved this lens!
We have a curved shower curtain rod, and it's original to our 1926 home. We were going to build walls and add a glass door, but realized we would be forever hitting our arms on hard surfaces. Congratulations on LOTD!
Thanks for the advice on this. I'm might add this to one of my bathrooms.
Practical,well done. I am going to install one or at least be the foreman of the job. Where's Tom? LOTD Yeah!
Congratulations on LOTD. Great idea!
Congrats on LOTD! We just put a curved shower rod in the kids' bathroom, and I'm amazed at how roomier the shower feels!
Wonderful idea! It makes perfect sense. Congrats on LOTD.
Great! Congrats on LOTD.
Thank you for sharing. Congratulations on being lens of the day. Great lens. God bless!
Great idea for a DIY
Great lens idea. Looks like you covered everything.
Congrats on Lens of the Day!! Great lens :)
Congrats on LotD! Great idea and lens. Curved shower rods are great, we love ours!
Great idea, thanks for this cool How-To and also congratulations on LOTD.
Nice job on the lens! I have seen these in hotels recently and like them there...now, getting some great ideas from you for home!
Congrats on LOTD!!
Congrats on a very nicely done Lotd! Gives me an idea for my smaller shower-thank you :>)
Nice and easy explaining :) Congrats on LOTD :)
I have always looked at these, and used them in hotel rooms, and wondered if I could do this. I think you have convinced me!
This is a great idea. I just wish I'd seen this a couple of weeks ago before I installed my straight curtain rod! Oh well. Congrats on LoTD!
Congratulations! This helpful lens was selected as LOTD today. You can read all about it here: http://hq.squidoo.com/lotd/install-a-curved-shower...
Wow Great idea..
Not only do I congratulate you on your LOTD honors, I also LOVE these shower rods! ALSO, I applaud your statement..."striving to live in peace and with true integrity." You're my kind of gal. Bravo! *Blessed!* :) Kath
Congratulations on LOTD! We always have these since my husband is a big guy.
I got one and completely love it - It makes a HUGE difference - litterally ! no more touching the curtain ! - I only wish the curtains were about 8 inches longer now... but I would never go back to straight !
Nice idea thanks
Great idea!
we did, and i love it
I just need the shower to go with it!
Wow this is a great idea. Thanks for the tips
I've been looking for something like this for some time now Thank you.
Thanks for this information, because I think the new house I'm moving to is going to have a lot smaller space than I'm used to, so I'm going to need to learn how to put in shower rods :) Blessed!
I just tried it. It really amazing. Great!
Great idea!
A brilliant idea !
Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing
I thought about doing this but I was afraid I wouldn't get it level. I think I'll give it a try though.
What a great idea. Who knew. I might have to get us one of these!!
That is a really cool idea...i'm going to think about buying one of those. Thanks.
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