Love the privacy with these outdoor curtains (review)

[@user-ws9xg6he8o]

If you can attach to the bottom I would put a second curtain rod and slide it through the hem this way they would not flap in the wind. If you can another approach is to add grommets.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Actually, this is the solution I finally decided on. It's working like a charm. The key was having a very secure and good size rod cause our winds here in the coast can be strong.

[@debinindiana]

I wish I could do that, but my pups run through our porch area when playing and might get tripped up? Or would they “figure it out” after one time? Can you tell I’m an overprotective dog mom? 😂

[@annettecam9287]

You can also run a rod through the bottom of the curtain hem for a weight close the siding in by sewing and you can also use beautiful waterproof shower curtains

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Yes, this is def the best idea so I got me a rod from ikea. It promises to be the best solution. I also used those little rings at the bottom so it doesn’t create weird pleats and slides easily. Thanks for your input!

[@doloresjackson6801]

Buy some playsand ,places sand in small zip lock baggie, use three bags per curtain, one on each end and one in the middle, use a safety pin to keep the san bags from moving

[@janyshendrickson3833]

Your video just popped up in my feed. Thank you for your "honest" review, knowing the issues that crop up is super helpful👍 I have a raised deck that is about 3.5 to 4 feet above ground level and that means it is subject to strong winds and, more importantly, blowing rain. In the past, I've used shower liners to help block the blowing rain. It works, but quite honestly, it's not an attractive solution. This year I've been on the hunt for something more visually appealing and was looking at the Amazon waterproof curtain selection. It never occurred to me the curtains would snag. Think I am going to have to break out the sewing machine and am give waterproof drop cloths a try.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I just posted an update after 2 years of hanging them. I’m glad this original post was helpful to you. Have a lovely week!

[@MsCookiebaker]

i bought white fabric shower curtain liners and also bought extra so that i could add fabric to the lenght . I have been using the same curtains for three years now and they look like new. I have a wrought iron fence around my deck so I use fabric ties that I tie to the fence and then tie the curtains at the midway [point so that they do not blow in the wind.

[@monkeymann684]

I did the same and it’s been a little over a year now. Very affordable

[@dianaborges7857]

Love this video you did such a great job. Thank you all for your advice. Working on this in a few weeks for the first time.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

So glad this was helpful!

[@MarcMeeuwissen]

Thank you for sharing your diy adventure! I got a lot of wisdom from this video, so thank you. I am going to do a similar design but use riveted buttons to hold tension through severe conditions.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

That’s wonderful! So glad it was helpful.

[@leac2874]

you can sew loops on the corners of the curtains and add self tapping hooks at various intervals along the bottom metal of the porch.. this way you can hook the bottoms to the loops but offer yourself different amount of opening widths for the curtains by having several hooks at different intervals

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

That’s a great idea! I ended up getting rings with clips and used a rod at the bottom just like the top. It ended up working out great and pleating perfectly. Thank you!

[@pamgrimm8850]

Darn, I was so excited to see what you’ve done with your curtains on your patio. Then I remembered why I can’t have them. I have a male dog. Yours look beautiful.

[@tinaknutsen]

😂 I have 3 females and a male that’s the leader…they all twinkle in the same spot. 😂

[@canddysaunders7178]

Thank you so much for all details review and helpful hints, from someone who usually don’t leave any comment at all. Good job

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

That means a lot, thank you! I’m so glad you found it helpful ☺️

[@Laura34601]

You answered so many questions I had! Our new home has an enclosed patio and I just purchased a conversation set from Lowes (literally today) set so I'm anxious to get curtains up. 👍👍👍👍

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Glad I could help. I procrastinated for a while for the same reason. When I actually did it is when I learned. You know how it goes. Lowes is pretty awesome with legit returns so hopefully that eases your mind and your patio turns out amazing.

[@sheronjervis]

I was going to say add a curtain rod to the bottom but someone also mentioned it.. you can also use cord if cheaper..

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Yes, I first bought one of those cheap rods at Walmart for like $3 and the wind just laughed at me and blew that too. 😂🤣 so I definitely need something pretty sturdy. This wind and I keep fighting 🤨. Thank you!

[@mandypdx]

Thank you for sharing. My plan is to add hooks & ties so on windy days…I just tie them back :)

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

That helps some. I do tie them when not in use. I think I’m finally going to opt for putting another rod at the bottom

[@shannonfbc1]

Stitch bean bags to the backside bottom they wont move anynore out side of a fierce storm

[@smorris9138]

Try using a 1" pvc pipe for the bottom hem. I'm currently using pvc for my outdoor curtains and plan to try placing the pipe in the hem to prevent the curtain from blowing so hard.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I did end up using another pole at the bottom and also making sure it was secure because otherwise it would also shift too much. But it finally solved the problem, yes!!!

[@rachelm.7435]

I’m looking to do the same for my outdoor fireplace area. I have thought about putting a cvp pipe with sand or h2o to weight them from the wind... thanks for you info on weather proofing

[@nichettehill8819]

Thank you! Love the video and info

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

So glad you enjoyed! Thx

[@lindaharwood7462]

I put a round rod at the bottom. When placing the piece were your rod sets in put upside down...that will prevented the rod from coming out when windy. Hope this helps..worked for me

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Yesss! Thank you. I finally ended up doing that. You are right. It worked!

[@niecek.6473]

I just ordered them because of length… for my screened porch in Ai Cal, I was wonder about putting weights on them, great video 😎

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I tried the weights but the wind still shifted them, unless you can find something really heavy but idk if that would make them look weird. I finally did add another rod at the bottom and hooked them with those little rings that have hooks (they sell them at Walmart, Amazon, etc). That finally solved them problem. Hope that helps.

[@gman504ification]

I just ordered some curtains for my patio cover . I plan to use magnets that should adhere to the bottom part of my patio cover since it is aluminum. My other thought was to put some catches at the bottom and attach it to the frame of the patio cover. gonna see how the magnets do

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

The magnets didn’t work for me but we have so many storms the winds can get very strong. We are on a hurricane path area. I ended up having to install another rod at the bottom. I made another video but haven’t gotten around to posting it.

[@branchesofYAH]

You could put a full length piece of chain in th bottom, and inset a few neodymium magnets at the base/bottom. strong magnets to hold.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thanks so much for your input. I finally decided to put a rod at the bottom. I love how much the community cared to help me out. Thank you. 😘

[@branchesofYAH]

@@homeandlifewithcynthia thank you for taking the time to make the videos.

[@taurus1127]

To avoid your curtain from blowing away..just buy metal chain from any D.I.Y stores and put it down inside the hem n this works great and stays equally along the curtains..

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thanks for your idea! 😉

[@slbvinasco]

Could you put sand bags in the hem? might help it be a little quieter!

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

You know I wonder too if I could make like a whole cylinder out of the fabric I cut and put sand in it to hold it in place. 🤔 kinda like the ones people use to prevent air from coming in the door (at the bottom). Thank you for the suggestion!

[@Angie-ci1lp]

Thank you for sharing! Awesome!

[@Angie-ci1lp]

Love ‘em🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

[@Darlene528]

Velcro on each panel to keep them closed when open use tie backs to sway to keep them off the floor.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I like the Velcro idea, very clever. Thank you!

[@debinindiana]

Thanks for that idea, might be simplest option for me. I love velcro fixes! 😊

[@mtz1717]

I wish I had this problem… don’t even have a porch! Ja… what about a curtain rod in the bottom, more of a stretched look… they would definitely not have “kiss the floor” kinda look!

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Yes, yes. I’m actually thinking about adding something like that. Excellent idea!

[@tinaknutsen]

You asked if anyone knows how to weatherproof fabric-I do. HERE IS HOW: You can weather proof by taking a large black or white trash bag-1.) ADD A tube of weather proof door and window caulking. (you want the cheap 100% silicone) 2.) 1 quart of Mineral Spirits OR /VM&P NAPHTHA. Mix the 2 ingredients together for 5 minutes in the trash bag. Add your curtains in the mixture until completely saturated. Place the whole bag in a plastic square bin like sterilite. Ring out excess liquid; like you would twist a wet towel…ringing it out in a downward spiral works best over your container with the trash bag opening hanging open down the sides of the container.(less mess) 3.) Hang your damp material to dry on your clothes line. Should dry within 24 hours. Basically you want a 50/50 ratio of silicone caulking to Mineral Spirits or VM&P Naphtha . This works great on bedsheets (use as tarps), backpacks and can be painted on cushions to weatherproof your patio cushions.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Very interesting. I hadn’t heard of this before. It merits an experiment 🤔

[@tinaknutsen]

@@homeandlifewithcynthia In your experiment you can shoot it with a garden hose and watch it bead off the material; looks like when you put Rain-X On your car windshield and the water just beads up and rolls off. The silicone is what waterproofs it and the mineral spirits evaporates out thus, creating a barrier.

[@juliahelland6488]

Thanks for sharing this! 💯

[@debinindiana]

Thank you, so helpful!!! Great job!

[@sweetdreamz4166]

Very very informative! THANK YOU!!!🌷

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

So glad it was informative! Have a fantastic day!

[@TTBChicken]

Thanks for sharing. What color is you living room painted? I love the color and I am looking to paint my livingroom a simular color.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

It’s called pearly white. Have you seen the video where I talk all about it? I love it so much. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eH2wqYNmhNh1hKMsi=WCsV6CDUfBx7EvPf

[@IsabellaRodriguez-js8cs]

I was thinking maybe little bags of sand to keep the curtains more windproof since sand is so dense in weight

[@evb1601]

Run a heavy chain through the entire bottom of the curtains and Voila! Thanks to Catherine Arensberg on KZbin!

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thank you for sharing 😉. I ended up putting a rod at the bottom and it worked out awesome.

[@heidilanier3090]

Purchase some Jude rope tie each panel separately with the rope and then hang something heavy at the end and pull your fabric through the rope so that it’s not hanging on the floor. I hope you understand what I’m saying.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thanks so much for your idea; kind of like a curtain tie back :), makes sense to me. I ended up adding a second rod at the bottom cause of the storms. Again, thanks!

[@tracyjones9104]

We have used fishing weights before.

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thx - I finally used another rod at the bottom. The wind and I had a final draw and I won! 💪 I used those ring clips at the bottom

[@darkchocolate5362]

Love the living toom curtain who are they by or send me the link to purchase them

[@TrinidadandTobagotoday]

You need to use a curtain rod in the bottom to make it windproof

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Right on! I finally did that and it surely worked! I should make an update video but it was definitely the only thing that worked.

[@rosemareesays5503]

Did you end up making this video? 😊

[@ruthgoliath8683]

What about using shower curtains

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

That’s not a bad idea. My only problem with that was finding the right size, particularly for length. However, if you have some sewing skills you could unite two of them cleverly for sure. ☺️

[@travsyl]

What about magnets?

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I definitely thought about that. Fortunately, after a couple attempts, I finally put another rod at the bottom with some hook rings. I probably should make an update video. I love how much everyone has been chipping in with ideas to help! Thank you! ☺️❤️

[@moestew2368]

Or double sided velcro 🤷🏽‍♀️😉 so many ways 🥰

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

@@moestew2368 that’s a thought worth considering! I finally put a rod at the bottom and that has worked - our winds are so friggin strong over here around the coast. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@bzbee2]

I have a question. What kind of rod did you use and from where?

[@PattiFinnerty-km8xo]

Velcro tape may work

[@andrealittle5296]

Where did you get your shades in the house

[@kristinaclendenin81]

I love these. I have a gazebo outdoors, bought magnetic screen to keep bugs out, but I have orange outdoor curtains that during winter I can't see out of 😭😭😭 what do you guys suggest?

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Hi there! There are sheer curtains that you can try but they won’t block the sun as well. Of course you could also have a summer and winter pair. Some that block the sun for the scorching hot summer months and some that are a tad more sheer for the winter where a little sun is actually good. Is that what you mean?

[@rochelleturner8610]

What type of rod did you use?

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Hi. I used a normal rod for interior spaces but I got one that would mount to the ceiling.

[@golden_rul3]

Thank you very informative and after watching your review of this product I will not buy it

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Well, that is good if it brought clarity 😉

[@jonnfrankcoizvillafranca3296]

How did you actually attached the rods?

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

I used a drill and attached it with screws just as you would any other wall - on top there was wood. I ended up attaching rods as well on the bottom. I drilled the screws onto the metal at the bottom. Hope that clarifies things.

[@traciecotter2783]

Where did you find your rods for your patio

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Hi there! The rod used at the top was purchased at my local TjMaxx. (I took off the finials on each end). Later, based on everyone’s comments, I bought a second rod for the bottom to keep the curtains in place. That bottom rod is from IKEA . (That’s not shown on this video since it was an update I made after the filming of this video). Hope that helps!

[@traciecotter2783]

Thank you

[@stephkotouc8344]

Rod along the bottom

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Yes, that is the best solution I finally opted for. Thx!!!

[@monmur7952]

What method did you use to put the curtain rod up? Do you have an aluminum framed porch structure? Thank you!

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Hi there! It’s an aluminum cover plate but underneath there’s plywood to which I was able to attach as you would any other curtain rod. I was originally afraid I couldn’t do it but once I peeled off the aluminum i was able see there was plywood. Thank goodness!

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Oh and by the way, at the bottom I ended up adding another rod after the video was made. That part is definitely aluminum. I was still able to use a drill and screws all the same. Hope that helps!

[@Legacy_125]

New Subbie

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thank you!! 🤗❤️🌟

[@rjdodgerz2776]

I was going to hire someone to do and install patio curtains. He's charging me $2000 is that a lot?

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Did you end up putting curtains yourself? How did that go?

[@goodfellazbushcraft8301]

Buy a extendable poles no need for drilling

[@AssembledUSA]

magnets

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Thanks! I finally settled on putting another rod at the bottom

[@tammyschindewolf8455]

Chain

[@Elizabeth_Hardy]

Yes, you can pick up colored chain at Lowes/Home Depot and sew them in the hem. You can also use the chain for tie backs.

[@ruthshellnorth-troup7351]

Broomstick 🧹 handle

[@homeandlifewithcynthia]

Oh I see … to weigh them down. Mmmm. Thanks for sharing the idea.