Kirsch Estate Rods
SELECTING KIRSCH ESTATE RODS
The Step-by-Step Guidelines below correspond to the various product options in the drop-downs on the Estate Rod page.
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1. An Important Note about Drapery Hardware Classification: Drapery Hardware is classified by each Collection's Rod or Pole Diameter. Diameter refers to the width of the cross section of the rod or pole. For example, the Product Title 'Kirsch Estate Wood Trends 1 3/8" Traverse Rod' indicates that the product is based on pole with a 1 3/8" diameter:
- 2. Color: Kirsch Estate rods are available in a number of colors which differ for each collection. The Color you select will be applied to all items, including color-coordinated carriers and finials.
- 3. Width: Rod Width is the finished width of your Kirsch Estate Rod. We do not make any additions or subtractions to the Rod Width you select; your Rod will be the exact width specified by you. Please note that if you are installing your Estate Rod as an Inside Mount (wall to wall, for example), you will need to make a deduction so that the Rod is not the exact same width as the opening. Keep this in mind as well for your finial selection, as a rod-width deduction must be made for finial width in the case of a wall-to-wall installation.
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4. Carrier Style: Kirsch Estate Rods can be manufactured for Pinch Pleat Draperies or Ripplefold Draperies. Pinch Pleat Draperies are attached to the Rod with Drapery Pins. If you have Pinch Pleat Draperies, select the Pinch Pleat Carrier Style. If you are selecting Ripplefold Carriers:
- a. Ripplefold Fullness: Ripplefold Draperies are attached to the Rod via Ripplefold Snap Tape. Snap Tape is sewn onto the Drapery Panels at the time the Drapery Panels are fabricated. Kirsch Estate Rods can be fabricated with Ripplefold Snap Carriers to match Ripplefold Fullness of 60%, 80%, 100%, and 120%. The amount of Ripplefold Fullness selected for your Kirsch Architrac Rod must match the fullness of your Ripplefold Drapery panels.
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b. Ripplefold Master Slides: In addition to Ripplefold Fullness, you must choose Master Slide Style:
- i. Overlap Master Slides allow the fabric to 'overlap' in the center (Viewed from above):
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- ii. Butt Master Slides allow the fabric to 'butt' in the center (Viewed from above):
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5. Draw/Stack: 'Draw' or 'Stack' refers to how your Drapery Panels operate. You have three options:
- a. Center-Open/Split Draw: A pair of drapery panels "meet" in the center of the Rod when the panels are drawn and are "stacked" at each side of the Rod when the panels are returned.
- b. One-Way Left Draw: The Rod opens and closes a single panel from the left side of the Rod.
- c. One-Way Right Draw: The Rod opens and closes a single panel from the right side of the Rod.
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6. Optional Motorization: Estate Rods can be ordered with either Cord Draw or AMP Motorization
- a. Cord Draw: A selection of 'Cord Draw-No Motorization' means that your Estate Rod will be controlled by a cord. With this selection, choose Cord Position (Right or Left) and Cord Drop (6 feet to 18 feet). Cord Drop is determined based on how high your Rod is above the floor. Cord Drop should be ordered slightly longer than you need. At the time of installation the cord is then shortened to the exact length
- b. AMP Motorization: With AMP Motorization select whether you prefer the motor to be on the right or left side of the rod. For a one-way draw drapery, you will want the motor to be on the same side that your drapery 'stacks' to. This way, the motor is always hidden behind the drapery fabric. Once you select Motor Position, select the type of AMP Controller you prefer; a Handheld Controller, a Wall Mount Controller, or No Controller. No Controller is selected in cases where you are ordering multiple rods and have already selected a Controller, or if you already have a controller.
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7. Brackets: Wall Mount Brackets are available in two configurations:
- a. Wall Mount Brackets, Adjustable 3 1/2" to 4 1/2": Select these brackets to mount a single rod in cases in which you do not need to clear any other items or obstructions behind the rod.
- b. Wall Mount Brackets, 6" Return: Select these brackets when additional rear-clearance is called for.
- 8. Finials: There are a number of finial styles are available for Estate Rods. Finials are sold as a 'pair' (one for each end of the Rod) and will be the same color as your Rod. If you prefer to not receive finials with your Rod, select 'No Finials'.
KIRSCH ESTATE DESIGNER METALS 1 3/8" TRAVERSE RODS
The 1 3/8" Estate Designer Metals collection combines Kirsch's Estate Rod program with popular Kirsch Designer Metals finishes. Kirsch 1 3/8" Designer Metals is extremely versatile and very popular. Additionally, Designer Metals Estate Rods are a perfect match with all other 1 3/8" Designer Metals products.
Estate Designer Metals 1 3/8" allows you to choose from 8 Colors, 15 Finial Styles, and Cord-Draw or Motorization.
KIRSCH ESTATE DESIGNER METALS 2" TRAVERSE RODS
This collection combines the functionality of Kirsch's Estate Rod programs with the popular Kirsch Designer Metals finishes in a larger diameter, making it easy to find the perfect look for your home, particularly where large windows are concerned. The Estate Designer Metals collection is the most popular Estate Rod we offer.
Estate Designer Metals 2" allows you to choose from 8 Colors, 5 Finial Styles, and Cord-Draw or Motorization.
KIRSCH ESTATE WOOD TRENDS 1 3/8" TRAVERSE RODS
The 1 3/8" Estate Wood Trends collection combines Kirsch's Estate Rod program with popular Kirsch Wood Trends finishes. Kirsch 1 3/8" Wood Trends is extremely versatile and very popular. Additionally, Wood Trends Estate Rods are a perfect match with all other 1 3/8" Wood Trends products.
Estate Wood Trends 1 3/8" allows you to choose from 8 Colors, 9 Finial Styles, and Cord-Draw or Motorization.
KIRSCH ESTATE WOOD TRENDS 2" TRAVERSE RODS
This collection combines the functionality of Kirsch's Estate Rod programs with the popular Kirsch Wood Trends finishes in a larger diameter, making it easy to find the perfect look for your home, particularly where large windows are concerned. Additionally, Wood Trends Estate Rods are a perfect match with all other 2" Wood Trends products.
Estate Wood Trends 2" allows you to choose from 8 Colors, 9 Finial Styles, and Cord-Draw or Motorization.
KIRSCH ESTATE WROUGHT IRON 1 3/8" TRAVERSE RODS
The Estate collection combines the functionality of Kirsch's legendary Estate Rod program with popular Kirsch Wrought Iron finishes, making it easy to find the perfect look for your home. Estate Wrought Iron brings a warm style and graceful motion to your window design.
Estate Wrought Iron 1 3/8" allows you to choose from 6 Colors, 9 Finial Styles, and Cord-Draw or Motorization.