Repurpose Your Old Door Knobs For A More Stylish Curtain Rod

When updating living space decor, specifically window treatments, many homeowners will remember to change up their curtains, blinds, or shades. The curtain rods, on the other hand, can easily be overlooked because they may seem small and inconsequential in comparison. However, make no mistake: These fixtures can make a bold difference and help wrap up the finished look you were going for. To help achieve this, consider using stylish doorknobs for the curtain rod finials. It's a brilliant curtain rod hack on a small budget that'll add a touch of style and personality to your drapery.

A finial is the decorative piece found at the end of a curtain rod, enhancing the look of the curtain treatment and also playing the practical role of preventing the curtain from slipping off. You can use doorknobs to replace the original finials if they don't match the style of the rest of the room decor, or perhaps you're just craving a new look. At the same time, this is an opportunity to give new life to those unique old knobs (like the beautiful glass doorknobs trend) you're no longer using. Besides the unique styles you can create by turning doorknobs into finials, this DIY project is quite simple to do with just a few requirements.

Turning old doorknobs into curtain finials is pretty straightforward. First, remove the original finials if your rods came with them, then select your preferred doorknob based on style, size, and material. Once you have your perfect match, work on any necessary enhancements on the knobs, like painting to match the color or finish of the curtain rod. Next, if you're using drapery rings, ensure you have enough added to the rod, and if you're using curtains that go directly on the rod, insert them first. Now you're ready to attach the door knob finials. How to do this will depend on the shape and size of the rod ends and the door knobs themselves.

Now, whether you have thick or thin curtain rods, it's the end part we're concerned about for now. You either have hollow or capped ends. If yours have capped ends that are threaded, they'll pair easily with old doorknobs that have a screw at the end, so attach them the same way you would regular finials. If the rod is capped but without threading, you can use a drill to make the screw hole, then thread the doorknob in using double-ended dowel screws. For curtain rods that have a hollow end, if your doorknob has a collar that can fit inside that space, then simply push it in, and use glue to secure the attachment. Alternatively, get a PVC end cap that fits over the rod, drill a hole in it, thread a screw in the hole to attach the knob, and then connect the cap over the rod end using heavy-duty glue. Your stylish finials are good to go.