One way to add charm and dimension to a room is to add a fake window. These decorative windows can be used to balance a room, or to add a point of interest. There are several ways to make a fake window, however the easiest way is to use a curtain rod, a couple of curtain panels and hanging hardware.
Instructions
1. Determine where you want the fake window to be located. If you are creating a large fake window, center it in the middle of a wall. If you want to create a smaller fake window, position it on one side of your bed or place one small fake window on each side of your bed.
2. Measure the height of the curtains on your wall and make a small mark with a pencil. This is where the top of your curtain rod needs to be for the curtain to touch the floor. If you want your curtains to pool on the floor, lower the curtain rod 4 to 6 inches.
3. Use your level and a measuring tape to mark where your curtain rod hardware needs to go. Use a cordless drill and drill a pilot hole for your hardware. Install the hardware using the screws that came with it to fasten it securely to the wall.
4. Slide the curtain panels on the curtain rod and place the curtain rod on the hanging hardware. Center the curtain rod and fan out the curtain panels so the fake window looks like the curtains are pulled shut.
