Don’t use a wood or glass cleaner. These products leave behind residue that make the adhesive strip weaker. Adhesive hooks need an even surface to stick properly. If you have a popcorn ceiling, then this method won’t work and you’ll probably have to drill into the ceiling.
Get a product with a solid hook that doesn’t move. Some adhesive hooks have a hinge for more flexibility, but those won’t work for this job. Always read and follow the directions that come with the product you use. Different products might have specific directions.
If you’re using heavy curtains, make sure to get adhesive hooks that can handle a lot of weight. The product packaging should state how much weight the hook type is designed for, so use this to guide what kind you buy.
If you recently painted, wait 7 days after the paint dries to hang adhesive hooks on the ceiling.
It’s okay to have extra string. You can cut off any excess when you’re finished. If you’re hanging a heavy curtain that’s more than about 5 lb (2. 3 kg), then you might need something more heavy-duty like wire.
Make sure you do this before hanging the string because you won’t be able to mount the curtains if the string is already tied off. If you want a curtain on more than one side, then you’ll need multiple curtain sections. Get a curtain section for each area between 2 hooks.
You might need to use clear tape to lock the string in place if the hooks aren’t tight enough to grasp the string. Working with a partner will make this job easier. One person can hold the string in place while the other loops it through the hooks. If you’re going for more of a canopy look, then you can leave the string loose instead of pulling it tight. This gives your curtains a rounded, crescent shape.
If the curtains don’t come with hooks, you can buy a set of hooks online. You can also get clips instead, which means you don’t need holes in the curtains. Using hooks makes sliding the curtains easy, and also makes replacing them very simple.
You can also only put the curtains in one or two sections if you don’t want to cover your whole bed. This will still give you a nice effect.
