Curtain Rod Brackets for Vertical Blinds
Brushed Nickel · Set of 4 · Up to 6 in Projection
Curtain rod brackets for vertical blinds and sliding glass doors: four brushed nickel brackets that reach up to 6 inches from the wall, so curtains hang in front of the blinds. Each aluminum bracket is rated for 25 lb and fits 1-inch rods.
$34.99
Buying for a project or a store? Trade pricing from one master carton
Clears vertical blinds
The arm reaches up to 6 inches from the wall, so curtains hang in front of the headrail and vanes.
Measure your blindsFour mounting points for a wide door
Two brackets at the ends and two supports across the opening.
Plan the layout
Curtain Rod Brackets for Vertical Blinds: Measure First
Vertical blinds stick out farther than most window treatments. The vanes hang in front of the headrail, and when you turn them open they swing out toward the room. A curtain in front has to clear all of that.
- Turn the vanes fully open, perpendicular to the glass.
- Measure from the wall to the farthest point: the vane edges or the front of the headrail.
- Add 1 to 2 inches, so the curtain doesn’t brush the vanes.
If the total is 6 inches or less, these brackets clear your blinds. If it’s more, they won’t. Try your number below.
Mount the brackets above the headrail
The headrail often sits just above the door frame. Mount the brackets above it, so the rod clears it from above as well as in front.
Hanging Curtains Over a Sliding Glass Door
A sliding door opening is wide, and its curtains get pulled every time someone steps outside. On two brackets, the long span bows in the middle. With four, you mount one at each end and two supports across the opening. The demo compares two brackets with all four.
Illustration, not to scale.
Plan the panels around the supports
Rings and grommets can’t slide past a support bracket. Decide where the curtains should stack when the door is open. Over the fixed glass panel is usually best, so the walkway stays clear. Then place the supports so each panel moves within its own section of the rod.
For spacing math, see the curtain rod support brackets. To buy the rod and brackets together, the heavy duty curtain rod for sliding glass doors comes in brushed nickel with three 6-inch adjustable brackets.
Fits your window?
25 lb · up to 6 in from the wall. Four brackets included.
Brushed Nickel Next to a Patio Door
Patio doors often have white or silver frames, and vertical blinds are usually white. Brushed nickel sits quietly with both and reads as part of the door hardware, not a dark line across the glass.
For a single window, the brushed nickel curtain rod brackets come as a set of 2. Prefer black? See the heavy duty curtain rod brackets.
Specifications and What’s in the Box
Key specifications
- Bracket Projection
- Up to 6 in (adjustable)
- Fits Rod Diameter
- 1 in rods only (not 1-1/4 in)
- Pack Size
- Set of 4
- Weight Capacity
- 25 lb per bracket
- Mounting Type
- Wall
- Material
- Aluminum
- Color
- Brushed Nickel
Product details
- Product Type
- Curtain Rod Brackets
- Brand
- A Key Tech
- Item Weight
- 1.3 lb
- UPC
- 054491326675
- Amazon ASIN
- B096WLCBSF
What’s in the box
The rod isn’t included. The brackets take a 1-inch rod, not 1-1/4 inch.
How to Install Brackets Over Vertical Blinds
- Step 1 of 5
Measure the blinds. Turn the vanes open, measure their depth from the wall and add 1 to 2 inches.
- Step 2 of 5
Mark above the headrail. Draw a level line above the headrail and mark all four brackets: ends first, then the supports.
- Step 3 of 5
Mount the bases. Screw each base into the header beam over the door or a stud where you can, and into a wall anchor elsewhere.
- Step 4 of 5
Set the projection. Slide every arm to your measured depth and tighten its set screw.
- Step 5 of 5
Hang the curtains. Lay the rod in all four hooks, tighten the set screw on each and turn the vanes open and closed to check the clearance.
Vertical Blind Brackets vs Other Bracket Types
6 in Adjustable Set of 4
- Holds
- 25 lb per bracket
- Projection
- Up to 6 in
- Fits rods
- 1 in
- Mount
- Wall
5 in Fixed
- Holds
- —
- Projection
- 5 in
- Fits rods
- 3/4 in to 1 in rods
- Mount
- Wall
Ceiling Mount
- Holds
- 5 lb
- Projection
- 3 in
- Fits rods
- 3/4 in to 1 in rods
- Mount
- Ceiling or Wall
Magnetic Cover
- Holds
- —
- Projection
- 3.5–5 in
- Fits rods
- 1 in rods
- Mount
- Wall
- Choose this set of 4 for vertical blinds on a sliding glass door or any wide opening that needs supports.
- Choose the 5-inch brushed nickel brackets for a standard window, where a fixed 5-inch projection clears the trim.
- Choose the brushed nickel ceiling brackets for a ceiling mount or a 3-inch low profile.
- Choose the decorative magnetic cover brackets for hidden screws over shallower blinds, with a 3.5- to 5-inch reach.
Wholesale and Bulk Orders
Trade pricing for interior designers, contractors, property managers, hospitality suppliers and stores.
Or call +1 267 986 1426, 9 AM–6 PM Eastern.
- 30–50 unitsMinimum per finish: one master carton, by model
- 20%+ offRetail price, better with volume
- 1 business dayIn-stock orders ship from Pennsylvania
- SamplesCheck the finish and build first
FAQ
Vertical blinds, patio doors and finish: what buyers ask about these brackets.
How deep do brackets need to be for vertical blinds?
Deep enough to clear the vanes when they’re turned open, plus 1 to 2 inches for the curtain. These brackets reach up to 6 inches, so they work when that total is 6 inches or less.
Should I measure vertical blinds with the vanes open or closed?
Open. Turned perpendicular to the glass, the vanes stick out farthest into the room. Measure them closed, and the curtain may rub the vanes every time you tilt them.
Is the wall above a sliding glass door strong enough for curtain brackets?
Usually. Most framed walls have a header, a solid wood beam over the door opening, and screws hold well in it. Where there’s only drywall, use wall anchors; in plaster, toggle bolts.
Will brushed nickel match white vertical blinds?
Yes, the brackets blend in with white blinds. If your door frame is dark bronze or black, the black curtain rod support brackets will match it better.
Can I buy these brackets in bulk?
Yes. Trade pricing starts at one master carton per finish, 30 or 50 units depending on the model, with discounts from 20% off retail that grow with volume. In-stock orders ship from our Pennsylvania warehouse within one business day. See partner pricing or email [email protected].
