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Diy waterproof outdoor curtains.
A quick note the drop cloths i used have a seam down the middle of them which i didn t mind because it s right where they ll be tied but.
White fabric i ended up using 20 yards total grommet kit you ll need 40 grommets fabric scissors 40 7 8 cup hooks 8 safety cup hooks white chain and strong wire or bolt cutters to cut the chain with waterproofing fabric spray i used this one lead drapery weights optional it s totally up to you what kind of fabric you want to use.
Step 2 create your bottom hem.
How to make your own diy outdoor curtains and secure them so they won t blow away in the wind.
Of course you can use any color you want.
The open area between each post is almost 10 feet so i knew any normal exterior curtain rod wouldn t work for my little outdoor curtain ikea diy.
I measured from my patio cover to about 2 inches from the ground to get my.
The porch is big and having that much shade in austin tx really pays off in the summer.
Here is what i did.
Our back patio faces west and even though it s covered the relentless texas sun bakes our patio between the hours of 2 and 7 pm.
But if the sun is too hot or if your neighbors seem close enough to lean over the porch rail and swipe a burger off the grill outdoor curtains patio shades or outdoor blinds might just do the trick.
Bonus you can make these curtains with no sewing.
Materials per panel 1 twin size flat sheet.
Black outdoor fabric for the banding and tiebacks.
I love our backyard it s just big enough for the kids to run around but small enough that it isn t too hard to manage.
Step 3 paint your stripes.
An outdoor space is the perfect place to entertain friends and family or to sit and have a cup of coffee before you start your day.
With that number i added 5 inches for my bottom hem marked it all the way across my.
Supplies for diy outdoor curtains 4 canvas drop cloths mine were 6 x9 outdoor spraypaint i used valspar outdoor in oceanic it took about 3 cans.
Step 1 take measurements in your space.
If you need a curtain panel.
Thread clip on curtain rings waterproofing spray optional.
These diy patio curtains from drop cloths may be exactly what you need to add a bit of shade to your outdoor space.