How To Install Window Blinds And Curtains Without Drilling?

The drill-free installing curtains and blinds comprises multiple benefits such as fast and secure installation, easy removal, time-saving, clean and contact wall surface, and various hanging options. We have provided a complete guide on drill-free roller blinds and curtain fixing individually. You can opt for any option for drill-free fixing of blinds or curtains as per your style and choice. 

Drill-free Roman blinds installation is a straightforward DIY project to start at home. Without making holes in the wall, you can install window blinds using multiple other tools, such as magnetic blinds, tension rods, command strips, and self-adhesive blinds.  

Supplies You’ll Require To Install

• Measuring Tape
• Pencil/ Marker
• Cord Cleats
• Command Hooks
• Mounting Brackets

• The first step is to precisely take the measurements of the window space by using measuring tape.
• After taking measurements, choose a specific type of blinds because each has unique features.
• Prepare the surface and mark the positions on both sides of the window with a marker or pencil.
• For magnetic blinds, you need to attach metallic pads to the window for blinds attachment.
• If you want to utilize a tension rod, adjust the length according to the measured space for exact fitting.
• You need a needle to attach blinds with a window for command strips.
• If you want to hang adhesive blinds, you need to follow the same procedure as given for magnetic blinds.

Without making holes in the wall, you can hang curtains using different curtain tools such as tension rods, adhesive hooks, pleated shades, magnetic curtain rods, or tap-in brackets. 

Supplies You’ll Require To Install

• Measuring Tape
• Pencil/ Marker
• Sharp Knife (Optional)
• Putty Knife (For Pleated Shades)
• Screwdriver
• Step ladder
• Hammer (For Tap-in brackets)

Tension rods have a built-in springs system for easy installation, adjustment, and moveability. This is the best alternative for hanging the blackout curtains without making holes in the wall. 

• Before fixing curtains with a tension rod, you must accurately measure the window space (width) with measuring tape. 
• It must be ensured that the tension rod is 1-2 inches longer than the window space. 
• Always try to use thicker rods for durability and heavy-weight curtains. Consider the width of the windows while choosing the tension rod diameter.  
• Adjust the tension rod length by twisting the smaller portion anti-clockwise. The rod length must be adjusted to equal the window space. 
• To fix the rod inside the window, you must compress one end and the other.
• This adjustment allows the rod to dilate and fit precisely inside the window.
• After checking the rod tightness against the window wall, you can hang curtains on the tension rod.

For fast installation of curtains, adhesive hooks are another excellent alternative to hole drilling. These inexpensive adhesive hooks are available in a variety of styles and materials. 

• Before fixing the adhesive hooks on the wall, you should clean it to make it a smooth surface for proper sticking.
• After cleaning the wall, measure the curtain rod length and adjust the hooks’ distance per rod length.
• Remove the back cover from the adhesive hooks and stick both pins on each side of the window at an appropriate distance.
• Always use thin rods to add clips inside because themes have minimum space.
• If your window has extensive width, you can stick a third hook at the center for complete support. 
• Hang the curtains in the rod and place the rod inside the adhesive hooks.

Self-adhesive pleated shades can be used to install the sheer curtains without drilling holes in the wall. This unique option offers complete length and width adjustability.

• Before fixing self-adhesive pleated shades, you must prepare the surface for properly sticking both ends of these shades.
• If your window edges have already installed brackets, remove them using a screwdriver.
• Remove the brackets and fill the holes with a putty knife to smooth the surface.
• Take precise measurements of window space and then cut the pleated shades following the measurement with the help of a sharp knife.
• Stick the top of the pleated shade with the upper end of the window carefully.

For hanging heavier curtains without drilling, tap-in brackets are a perfect choice. 

• Use a clean cloth to clean the upper end of the window frame. 
• Standing on a stepladder to ensure angle, attach brackets on both ends (window trim).
• Slip curtain grommets into the curtain rod and then fix this rod to the tap-in brackets. 

If you want to avoid drilling holes or adhesive materials, a magnetic curtain rod is an excellent option for hanging the curtains. 

• Use a clean cloth to make the metal surface dust-free.
• Divide the magnetic rod into two equal pieces.
• Slip the curtains to both divided rods.
• At the end, attach the magnetic rod with the metallic portions on the top of the window.