Rods with larger diameters will be able to support more weight. If you know which tension rod you have, many brands will list the weight capacity of the rod so you can choose the correct curtains.

In a kitchen drawer, a tension rod can keep cookware organized and easily accessible. Position a tension curtain rod (or two, or three) lengthwise to create support for narrow items like pot lids ...

Keeping kitchen cabinets and drawers organized is a frustrating task. Instead of letting chaos reign, keep them exactly how ...

Overall, I'd recommend using a tension rod that's suitable to hold whatever you plan to hang from it. If it's just going to hold a lightweight curtain, most tension rods should be fine.

Tension Rod Cafe Curtains Using a tension rod to install cafe curtains serves as a renter-friendly kitchen window treatment solution. Opt for a thin bar for a low-profile look that takes up as ...

A single curtain rod is the most common way to hang curtains. They come in a wide variety of styles, from traditional to contemporary, as seen in this Umbra Cappa Adjustable Curtain Rod ($40).

Tension rods are a convenient way to hang curtains without putting holes in your walls, but the spring-loaded rods can do a lot more than just that. If you’ve had to be resourceful, a tension ...

How to use tension rods in the kitchen When you think of tension rods, you probably think of the long ones that can fill an entire window or stretch the length of a bathtub, but mini ones exist ...

In the upper cupboards near the stove, tension rods paired with Navona 3.5-inch stainless steel S-hooks create a home for hot pads and cooking utensils with a hole in the handle.