[thewongs]

I already own several sets of curtains so I figured rather than have any custom made, I would just use what I've got. The problem is finding curtain rods to fit 75 in. (appx 190 cm) - I have 3 windows with this width. Then a set of sliding glass doors with a width of 134.5 in. (342 cm). I went to the Ikea already and they only type of curtain rods available for this width have a small diameter which looks stupid with my curtains. I need something wider, more substantial.

I am looking for ideas on where else to shop.

Thanks!

[KnowItAll]

Might want to ask this person ..

http://www.geoexpat.com/classifieds/.../13795/cat/all

[thewongs]

Good idea, KIA - I sent the seller an email to see where they were purchased. Thanks!

[goodkarma]

While you are waiting for an answer, you can try IKEA. I think they have about 10 to choose from.

[thewongs]

Thanks, goodkarma, but Ikea only had to choose from and they looked bad with these curtains. The curtains have big loops on the top which show the curtain rod so I need a weighty type of rod. Ikea is the only place I know to look. Let me know if you have any other ideas. Thanks!

[goodkarma]

If you feel a little creative, you can buy dowels or rods made from wood in any thickness. Paint them yourself and voila !

[thewongs]

Interesting idea, goodkarma, I would have never thought to make my own. I need to think about how to do that. Thanks for the suggestion!